Katie Harris’ STA World Traveling Intern Video
Recent years have seen a huge increase in the number of students taking a year out from their studies in order to travel. Students are always on a tight budget, keen to find the best deals on air fares and accommodation.
You can find student discounted air fares on offer directly from various airlines. It’s always worth paying a visit to their websites to find out what may be on offer. Luckily there are a growing number of excellent websites that cater for student travellers.
Student Universe is one of these websites. They are a specialised and experienced student travel agency who know where students want to go and what times of year are best to travel. Once registered you will be eligible for some great student discounts, but you first need to verify your student status.
Other big sites that specialize in student travel include the well known STA (student travel agency) along with Travel Cuts. You will need to have an International Student Identity Card in order to use these services.
Orbitz provide another excellent website that offers student discounts. They are also great for cut price domestic flights for students.
In order to get the best air fares you need to plan your travel arrangements as early as possible. The old saying ‘The Early Bird Gets the Worm’ was never truer than when looking for discounted airfares. The earlier you can make your booking the higher the discount you are likely to receive.
Another way to save money is to remain flexible. If you can be flexible over your date of departure and your flight time you will stand the best chance of getting a good deal. For example, weekday flights will tend to cost far less than weekend flights.
Hopefully these simple pointers will help you to save money by making the most of your student status.
For great savings on Gatwick parking and Heathrow parking be sure to book well in advance. Also, be certain never to travel without adequate travel insurance.
