The Secrets behind Cheap Flights

 You may have heard that the best day to book flight tickets is on a Tuesday. The standard clarification for this is that the aerial transports discharge their best costs ahead of schedule in the week - compelling contenders to battle it out to match their admissions. Indeed the miniscule measure of truth in this proposal is entangled by a few different variables.

There are a few instruments available to you to help you explore this dim methodology of attempting to book shabby flight tickets – Google's Explore Flights and Kayak's Price Trend are the most prominent. A couple of months prior, a firm called Hopper, who work now has been serving as an aggergator of travel sites, began discharging intriguing gives an account of how to chop down your travel costs. Examines and ponders on travel patterns are dime twelve and the vast majority of them give just a cloudy picture with no solid takeaway. The report by Hopper varies in their recurrence, transparency and clarity contrasted with different reports. Here are some valuable conclusions that rose up out of taking the devices from Hopper for a twist.

At the point when to Book & When to Fly

For the greater part of goals, weekends are the most exceedingly bad time to book and for around 65% of the objectives, Wednesdays and Thursdays are the best day to book. The Hopper report uncovered that the day of the flight and takeoff and landing conveys much more weightage than the day of the booking. For residential flights, leaving on a Wednesday will spare you to the extent that $40 and returning on Tuesday will spare you an astounding $50. For international flights, leaving and touching base on Wednesdays will render noteworthy funds on your travel plan.

Where to Fly

It about when to fly as well as where you travel to that has a huge effect in your air charge. The Hopper report analyzes the most sought European objectives from New York, Los Angeles, Boston and Chicago. London, Paris and Rome were at the top for the majority of the urban communities. Anyway interestingly, the least expensive European objective from each of the urban areas fluctuated significantly. From New York, it was least expensive to travel to Oslo and Copenhagen; for Chicago, it was Warsaw and Stuttgart; for Los Angeles it was Moscow and Stockholm and for Boston it was Istanbul and Lisbon.

The value contrast was extremely critical – in specific cases, more than an intra-European flight ticket. Lets say you need to fly from Boston to Paris and an immediate flight may work out to be around $1,089. Rather, you can fly from Boston to Lisbon for $677, and after that discover a modest flight from Lisbon to Paris for as meager as $150. On top of sparing a cool pack of dollars, you have gotten yourself a smaller than normal Lisbon excursion.

Similarly as with any information dissection, there are sure admonitions to the Hopper reports – the normal costs are figured focused around the least expensive 10 for every penny of the results. This makes since most individuals overlook the illogical and pointless results like a flight flying from New York to Washington with a stopover in Mumbai.

How to Book Cheap Air Tickets

The tourism industry is witnessing a silent revolution pronged on by tourists who are looking to explore newer and previously unknown destinations across the world. While reaching these exotic locales was a daunting task once upon a time, but thanks to major carriers launching cheap air tickets, it is now easy and simple process. With just the click of a mouse, it is now possible to compare air fares from thousands of carriers for millions of routes across the globe, this allows the travellers to choose a flight and hotel that is best suited for his/her budget. Despite being a fairly simple process, there are certain nifty aspects to booking cheap flight tickets that an average traveller might not be aware of. An inexperienced traveller may inadvertently end up paying more for a ticket if he is not aware of how the airline industry works. Once you decide on your travel destination consider the following tips to ensure you grab the cheapest air ticket.

Booking Online: - The internet is inundated with online travel portals where you can search, compare and book cheap flight tickets. One thing to keep in mind is to ensure you cover at least 3-4 sites before you make the final purchase. Register for newsletters of popular online travel portals to make sure you get instant notifications for the best deals and discounts.

The Right Time: - Flight tickets must be booked at least 6 weeks in advance to get the best prices. As you get closer to the departure date, you will notice that the ticket prices tend to keep increasing. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are the best days to book your cheap flight ticket as they tend to be cheaper compared to other days. It also been observed that early morning and late night flights tend to be cheaper.


Travel Consultancy Services: - Another trick is to book your tickets directly through a local ticketing agent. Airlines keep launching new offers and deals which are quickly bagged by the travel agents as they get the information faster than normal customers. While the travel agents will add their markup on these ticket prices, it will still be cheaper than the prices you see in online travel portals. In conclusion, buying cheap air tickets to your destination is more about information and preparation than anything else. Plan well in advance and you should be on your way to cutting down on your travel expenses.

Top Wellness Resorts for 2014

Health usually makes a prominent presence in most people's New Year resolutions. Here are the top wellness resorts across the globe to help you stick to your resolutions.

Can Amonita, Ibiza: - A plush, six bed room finca that overlooks the beautiful San Lorenzo Valley. The complex has a beautiful pool and a large wooden deck for meditation/yoga. You can rent out the retreat for B&B stays, for special activities around the year (Joel Rice's Life Drawing sessions are popular). The place is owned by Lizzy Webster who is a certified therapist who offers in-room holistic treatments. Her husband, Dominic conducts retreats for people in recovery.

Serenity Retreat, Greece :- Setup by Kim Bennet, a Zen Buddhist meditation teacher, this is great anchor point for pottering around the village, relaxing on the beach, interact with like minded people and  go on quite walks. Kim radiates and infectious energy and sense of humour and somehow telepathically knows when you want company and when you want to be left alone. Located on the island of Lefkada, the retreat is open from May.  With rising number of airline carriers to the country, it is easier than never before to book cheap air tickets.

Joie de Vivre Retreats at Yobaba Lounge, France: - They conduct five day breaks in an artsty, rustic chateau in southern France. Conducted by former fencer and massage therapist Gertud Keazor, you can choose from yoga, meditation, nutritional consultation, local wine tours and gourmet healthy meals. The rooms in the chateau are comfortable and beautifully decorated. Book early as they accept only 8 people for one session.

Mobile Mermaid pilates retreats, Spain:-  Managed  by Susie Mermaids, a hove-based pilates teacher and holistic therapist, this place organizes six retreats every year for only six people. The program is held at Finca Amorosa, a beautifully renovated farmhouse and comprises of 90 minute pilate sessions, evening walks, massage treatments and cultural excursions. They prepare their meals from locally sourced ingredients using their own olive oil.

Discover Your Depth retreats, Egypt:- Run by four times free diving world record holder, Sara Campell who also happens to be a kundalini yoga teacher.  The retreat is located in the tranquil village of Dahab floating on the Red Sea. Every from the last week of March to the first week of April, she and Danish instructor Joern Noertoft offer a mix of yoga, meditation, snorkeling sessions and safari into the Sinai desert.  Participants stay at the beautiful beachside Amanda Hotel and Art Cafe which serve vegan food. Sara conducts year around yoga, meditation and life coaching sessions in her own villa in Dahab. With numerous online travel portals opening up in the country, you can do online air ticket booking to Egypt at some of the lowest ever prices.

Yogashala, India:- This unpretentious retreat in Kovalam offers both private and group sessions on a  palm thatched rooftop platform near Light House Beach. Owner Padma Nair combines iyengar, sivananda and ashtanga in her teachings and practices. The 10 day programme includes chavutti thirummal, the famed Indian foot massage which is supposed to leave you brimming with energy. You can either opt to stay in the simple Pink Flowers guesthouse or Padma will help you arrange more luxurious hotels in India.

Things to do in Melbourne

Melbourne is the cultural capital of Australia and probably one of the easiest cities in the world to fall in love with. What's more? The increased airliners operating to the city has resulted in cheap flight tickets.  Here are a few tips to help you balance between exploring the coast and the urban adventures. 

Federation Square :- The good thing about starting your trip from Federation Square, apart from the fact it is the heart of the city, is that you can meet a lot of Red Shirt Ambassadors who will give you helpful advice on how to spend your time in the city. The best way to ensure you get cheap air tickets online to Melbourne is to browse multiple portals before booking your air tickets.

Culinary Scene: - Melbourne is home to numerous immigrant communities mostly comprising of Chinese, Greek and Italian. The good thing about having a thriving immigrant scene is the chance to experience some lip smacking world cuisine without having to set foot out of the city. Start your trip at one of the Italian bistros in Lygon Street and end it at the Queen Victoria Market where the entire city's cuisine comes under one roof.   

Coffee Tour: - Melbourne is crazy about coffee. The espresso culture brought in by the Italian immigrants evolved over time into a city that is obsessed with coffee and currently its home to more than 2500 cafes and roasting houses. Try out the best ones by taking the coffee tour with Maria Paoli of Coffee Tours Melbourne, or you can wander the city and randomly explore on your own.

Victorian Queenscliff: - Catch a ferry to the other end of Port Philip bay and spend some time at the historical Queenscliff. This is a quaint Victorian village situated at the mouth of a harbour and used to serve as a weekend getaway for Aussie aristocrats.  Drop in at the impressive roof top bar in Vue Grand Hotel for an impressive selection of craft beer.

Surf in Torquay: - If you are into watersports, make your way to Torquay, the legendary home to some of the best surf spots in the world and the Bells Beach. You can sign up for a lesson with the Great Ocean Surf Tours where you will be taught the basics like stand-up paddle boarding.

Global Travel Trends of 2014

The travel industry saw a whole of changes in 2013; today we extrapolated the trends to predict upcoming travel industry trends in 2014.

Rise of the digital traveler: - The rapid proliferation of digital channels has empowered travelers to use online tools and mobile apps to find his way around town. We are rapidly witnessing the growth of a new breed of travelers who shun hand holding by the hospitality industry. It will be interesting to see how the industry evolves to fulfill the needs of the new age customers.

Curation gains prominence: - Travelers are getting bombarded by a huge amount of data and advertising and they are getting tired sifting through them to find what they want.  As a consequence, many travel portals are adopting intelligent curation powered by big data and analytics. HotelTonight has adopted an interesting curation algorithm whereby it displays a set of same day deals for each market. For 2014, expect a whole lot more intelligence to creep into your search listings. As portals become more intelligent, they are expected to lure more travelers to book cheap air tickets online rather than through their agents.

Weightage to Visual: - The stratospheric rise of Instagram and photosharing on Facebook is a clear indication of the power of visual in the digital age.  Over the past year, Visual Content Marketing has been fast gaining prominence; with even corporate brands like American Express utilizing imagery to communicate with their audience.  Brands like Starwood are increasingly utilizing their customer's photos, videos and social network to create marketing collateral that are more likely to resonate with other potential customers in the same demographic.

The march of the Low Cost Carrier (LCC): - Low Cost Carriers (LCC) are expected to continue their glorious march onwards in decimating every other aviation sector.   With the success of the sector, many more carriers like Norwegian, WoW Air and West Jet are set to enter the LCC sector; further increasing the competition.  Expect international air tickets prices to plummet further in 2014.

Relaxed Visa Regulations: - Many nations around the world are realizing that visa fees and complicated processes is stunting inbound tourism.  The realization has led to the introduction of visa on arrival by numerous Asian and European countries.  Even traditionally closed countries like Russia, China and India are slowly seeing the benefits of easing their visa regulations. The changes could serve as a huge impact in driving tourism from previously untended sectors.

6 Budget Destinations to Experience in 2014

2014 is coming around the corner and travel enthusiasts everywhere are already chalking out their travel plans for the year. Here is a list of budget friendly travel destinations to consider in the coming year.

Nicaragua: - Not the place for the casual traveler, but for those who love a splash of adventure and even danger to their travel escapades, Nicaragua is sure to impress. When done right, Nicaragua is one of the most beautiful countries in Central America, also the cheapest. You can easily spend two weeks here for the price of what you would spend on a two days in a European city. Head to San Juan del Sur, the upcoming surf town where the parties stretches to noon the next day.

Cambodia: - For a country still nursing its wounds from a rough past, Cambodia is one of the friendliest country in South East Asia. An added bonus is that their language is one of the easiest to pick up for English speakers. Base your itinerary around the Siem Reap, Phenom Penh and Sihanoukville.  It is rare to find cheap air tickets directly to the country, best bet is to fly to Bangkok and then take a bus to cross the border.

India: - Probably the country that is most talked amongst travelers and not without a reason. Visiting India is akin to visiting 4-6 countries all at once. The country can be overwhelming but those ready to brave the challenge will be rewarded with a unique and unforgettable experience. Hotels in India tend to stretch across all budgets so you will find a place to stay regardless of your wallet power.  The best way to hotel booking India is through the official website of the property.

US Virgin Islands: - Long a favored haunt for Americans without passport and those who can't afford a European trip. The Virgin Islands give you that remote and exotic feeling that you have gotten away but can be gotten to in a bearable flight duration. The recommended islands are Saint Thomas, Saint John, and Saint Croix. Most of the hotels in the island accept online booking which makes it easier to find an accommodation online.

Portugal: - Easily one of the best budget travel destination in Western Europe, despite its diminutive size, Portugal is home to a diverse range of landscapes. From the pristine beaches in the south, to the sprawling metropolis of Lisbon in the center to the rugged mountains in the north – Portugal has enough to keep you coming back.  Whats more? You can order a bottle of wine in most of the restaurants for fewer than 3 Euros!!

Lithuania: - Eastern Europe has been witnessing a steady upslope in tourism and Lithuania is one of the destinations leading the way. Most tourists to the country head to the capital city of Vilnius, home to some spectacular architecture in the form of churches, town halls a medieval towns. Lithuania was one of the last countries to adopt Christianity and has several interesting Pagan remnants apart from World War II sites.

Top 5 Cities to Celebrate Christmas and New Year

Ring in 2014 somewhere new - from Valparaiso to Sydney, here are the cities which rocks the New Year with some of the biggest parties and firework displays.

Valparaiso, Chile :-  Chileans sure know how to ring in the New Year in style – Valparaiso organizes one of the biggest New Year bashes in Latin America and welcomes the new year with a 20 minute firework show in the Valparaiso harbour. The fireworks are fired from 17 points across the coast and signals the start of the dance party that lasts till dawn. The festivities start around the 28th and in the preceding 3 days, Valparaiso attracts almost a million people who come to experience one of the biggest party in the region. If you are looking to book cheap flight tickets to Valparaiso, make sure you check multiple online portals before making the booking.

Reykjavik, Iceland :- Iceland's capital has a  massive nightlife scene despite its diminutive geographical size and  New Year's eve is when the party freaks come out in full glory. The party starts of with community bonfires and firework display that symbolizes burning away of last year's troubles. For the best view, head to Pearl which offer panoramic views of the city, as a plus you get to gorge on delicious food and dance the night away. If you make it till 5 am then you can join the hotdog queue to curb that hangover. International flight tickets to Reyjavik is not cheap but the unique experience more than makes up for it.

Bratislava, Slovakia :- This quaint town hosts more than 10,000 people every New Year who come witness the amazing fireworks over the Danube, dance away in the open air dance floors and attend concerts. On the eve of the New Year the city gets demarcated into “concert zone” where music lovers gather to watch live music and “party zone” for those who looking to socialize and dance.

Edinburgh, Scotland :- No other city in the world celebrates New Year with as much zest as Edinburgh. The celebration lasts four days and includes a grand torchlight parade, open air concerts and  a crazy street party in Princes Street. Townsfolk believe in the tradition of “first footing” where the first guest to arrive in the new year brings in gifts; usually Scotch or shortbread. On the first day of the New Year, people gather to witness brave ones jump into the icy cold water in the Queensferry Loony Dook charity.

Sydney, Australia :- Sydney leaves all other cities in the dust in the race to be the first metropolis city to celebrate the New Year.  The city also hosts one of the biggest New Year parties- attented by a whopping 1  million people and wathched by more than a billion on television screens. The celebration starts on the morning of 31st  and features an air and water show, a Harbour Parade featuring more than 50 vessels and two brilliant firework display at midnight.