Take Your Family Vacation to the Next Level - Learn How to Travel in VIP Style

Tired of the same old family vacation? Ready to take your next trip to the next level? With a VIP-style family trip, you can be a rock star on your next family vacation!

Enjoy the convenience of special VIP access and travel amenities that offer you more than just a regular experience. Get first-class treatment with luxurious accommodations and activities for you and your family members all without breaking the bank. It’s time to give your family something special; let us show you how!

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Luxury Vacation You Can Afford

Traveling like a VIP can get incredibly expensive very quickly, and even parts of a VIP vacation are unaffordable for most people. However, when you are wanting to take a family vacation, a luxury getaway can be a great way to make everyone in the family feel special, and that doesn’t have to break the bank.

With careful planning and research, you can find ways to get great deals on luxury travel or even VIP experiences with amenities like private jet transfers and exclusive access to events. Even if you are just looking for luxurious accommodations, there are many ways to get discounts on luxury lodging.

There are some tricks and tips you can use to not only have an unforgettable vacation but also have an unforgettable luxury family vacation without breaking the bank.

Credit card travel perks

The first thing you need to do is to find a credit card that will give you some travel perks. These perks can range from discounts on hotel stays to a discount on a private jet charter or some other type of travel.

Considering you will be using your credit card often anyway, finding a program that lets you gain rewards for your vacation is a no-brainer. It also enables you to save money and spend it elsewhere when needed.

Always look out on social media for deals on hotels, flights, or activities. While it is almost impossible to find a 90% off deal on a luxury suite, being able to save money in some places enables you to spend more on your flights or hotel rooms.

Loyalty programs

Loyalty programs are another way to get great discounts on hotels and flights. Many airlines and hotel chains are partnered with stores, banks, restaurants, and so on, so shopping with these retailers earns you points.

Travel Tip: If you have program status with select airlines and hotels, you can apply for a status match on Statusmatcher.com or google “status match” for the different travel brands that offer a status match. Note that travel brands often require.

Look for business-class sales

Considering business class flights are often very expensive, and airlines prefer filling up a flight instead of sending it with empty seats, you can often find great discounts on these premium seats.

While this does require an element of luck and timing, doing your research and keeping track of flights could enable you to get business-class seats at a highly discounted price.

If you want to go all out, and if budget isn’t an issue, you can also opt for hiring a private jet. Depending on where you are and how far you want to travel, a private jet charter can be relatively affordable.

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Ask about “off-rooms”

When it comes to staying in a luxury VIP suite, one of the best questions you can ask the hotel concierge is if they have any “off-rooms” available. An off-room is often a luxury suite that isn’t quite ready to have guests, more often than not, because of a minor problem.

Since the rooms aren’t “perfect,” the hotel isn’t putting guests in them, but if you are willing to pay a discounted price and not have a perfect suite, you can possibly stay in one of these ultra-luxurious rooms.

Travel to places with great exchange rates

When choosing a destination, opt for somewhere that has a weak currency compared with your own. Many countries in Asia, Africa, and South America are incredibly cheap if you are using the dollar, pound, or euro.

This is why countries such as Thailand and South Africa are so popular. South African family safaris, for example, are a great way to experience the beauty of nature while also learning about different cultures and wildlife. Thailand has beautiful beaches, delicious food, and rich history.

American and European tourists can live like royalty for three or four weeks in places like these for the same price as a regular week-long holiday in their own country.

Downgrade your hotel

While we’ve already shared some tips with you for getting a great hotel room, there is another option: you can just choose the simplest and most affordable rooms from the start. What better way to save money on a hotel than to just choose the most affordable option? This enables you to spend more money on flights, activities, meals, and everything else on your holiday.

Travel in the off-season

This tip is fairly well known, but traveling in the off-season is one of the best ways to save money across the board. Many countries have a tourist season, and this is also when the prices of almost everything will go up.

While you may need to make some sacrifices, such as being okay with cold weather or lots of rain, you can often save a lot of money to put toward the VIP upgrades you want.

Check-in as late as possible

A small tip that could lead to a cheap or free room upgrade is to check in as late as possible. By this time, the hotel staff will have a good idea of who has canceled and who will be a no-show; however, the rooms are still prepared, and they don’t want to lose money on them.

This enables you not only to ask if there are any room upgrades available but also to ask if there’s a chance of getting one at a highly discounted price or even free.

Book early and be flexible

By booking early and being flexible with your plans, you can save quite a bit of money while still enjoying all the amenities and extravagance of luxury travel.

Choose a cruise

Finally, another way to travel like a VIP is to choose a cruise. Almost every cruise is all-inclusive, and not only do you get to visit and explore several countries but luxury cabins and cruises are also often cheaper than their on-land counterparts.

While cruises aren’t for everyone, and you often have to be far more flexible with where the cruise is stopping, a luxury cruise is actually far more affordable than many people might think.

Rent a vacation home

If you’re still looking for more ideas on how to save money and have a luxurious experience, consider renting a VRBO or staying in boutique hotels instead of traditional accommodations. This can often be more cost-effective than booking luxury resorts if you’re traveling with a group.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a luxurious travel experience but don’t want to break the bank, there are several ways you can save money without compromising on your dream vacation. From taking advantage of online deals and discounts to opting for luxury cruises, with a bit of planning and research, you’ll be able to enjoy the benefits of a luxurious vacation without going over budget.

So, start planning your dream luxury getaway today!

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