Where to go for Student Travel Discounts
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There has been a massive increase in the number of students who take time out from their studies in order to travel the world. Students are always on the lookout for great deals and ways to save money.
You can find student discounted air fares on offer directly from various airlines. Its always worth paying a quick visit to the airline websites just to see what they might have on offer. Luckily there are a growing number of excellent websites that cater for student travellers.
Student Universe is one such website. They are an online student travel agency who know exactly what students are looking for and the most popular student destinations at various times of the year. To register on their site you will need to provide enough details to allow the site to verify your student credentials but once you are registered you are then eligible for some excellent discounts.
Other big sites that specialize in student travel include the well known STA (student travel agency) along with Travel Cuts. To use the services provided here you will need an International Student Identity Card.
Orbitz is another excellent site for student travel discounts. They are also a great place to go for discounted domestic flights, ideal for that journey home for the holidays.
A key tip in getting the best possible deals is to make your travel plans as early as possible. Keep in mind the old saying ‘The Early Bird Gets the Worm’ and you will stand a good chance of getting a great discount. You are likely to get a far greater discount the earlier you book your flight.
Another useful tip is to be 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. Flying on a weekday, for example, can be a lot less expensive than a weekend flight.
I hope that these simple tips will help you to save money on student air fares.
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.