We all want to save money when we travel. That's why deals from third-party travel websites and apps look so enticing. With all the money-saving that can come from travel deals, there are also potential disadvantages of using these offers versus booking directly through hotels and airlines.
Full disclosure, we typically book directly whenever possible, but sometimes use third-party sites and travel rewards portals to book award travel.
In this episode, we'll look at the pros and cons of booking direct and through third-party travel sites.
Takeaways
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why booking direct is generally the cheapest option when paying cash
How customer service is hit or miss with third-party travel sites and hotels, airlines, and rental companies
Booking through third-party travel sites could mean losing out on valuable travel rewards
Tips for finding travel deals and booking travel
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