By Olivia James
One veteran flight attendant shares this must know advice — her top tip for friends and family who want to travel for cheap:
With more than a decade of experience, I've pretty much seen it all. You wouldn't believe how many empty seats are left unfilled, especially in business class. And with airlines aiming for full flights to maximize profits, unsold business class seats end up out there at ridiculously low prices...you just have to know where to look.
Airlines know months in advance when ticket sales are trending low, which is when they start releasing secret deals, priced far below their regular ticket prices. Usually offered first to high tier travelers, these discounted tickets can end up being 70% off the regular fare.
The dirt cheap prices are a widely-known secret that many companies offer to help get travelers on an "insider list" for (but usually for quite a hefty price). What most people don't know is that you can quickly gain access to the same discounts without paying a dime.
Capital One Shopping finds lower prices on flights, hotels, and other travel essentials. This means you can enjoy an upgraded experience without the upgraded costs. From price comparisons to coupon codes, this extension knows almost every frugal hack you can imagine.
Here's how it works:
As you make flight reservations on platforms like Tripadvisor, Expedia or CheapOair, Capital One Shopping silently works in the background, searching for the best coupon codes to apply during checkout.
These business-class tickets have been discounted by $540, allowing you to upgrade for the same cost as a standard coach-class ticket. Finally, you can get the delightful perks of an upgrade without the hefty price tag.
When it comes to hotel bookings, you can also enjoy significant savings, whether you choose to book through travel sites like Priceline or directly with Hilton, Choice Hotels, and others. Along with promo codes for the best hotel rates, you'll also enjoy cash back rewards of up to 30%, further enhancing your savings!
Not only does Capital One Shopping find money-saving coupon codes, but it also compares prices on Amazon. While you shop, it checks hundreds of other sellers to find a lower price. Capital One Shopping found $41 off this Samsonite luggage set. And yes, that includes shipping + tax.
The best part? It's 100% free.
