Airline Tickets: Everyone's Worst Enemy

Photo by Michael Kelley, LAX Take Offs

I think the most common question I get asked is how to get cheaper airfare. There is no simple answer to this because honestly, the airlines are scumbags. They know the majority of us want the same travel plans. Hmm, a trip during the summer you say? And maybe Friday - Sunday? Direct? I don't think anyone else wants those days ever so sure, no big deal, have a discounted flight! I wish this happened (I'm sure you do too) but obviously it isn't the reality of the situation. This alone is the biggest barrier to many people even beginning to look into travel. Below are some rules that you should have a look through before you consider booking flights for your next vacation that I hope will help you get past that barrier and ultimately save money.

Travel While You're Young

I cannot count how many times I have heard the following phrase: "I wish I had the money (and/or time) to travel." This is so self defeating that it hurts me deep down every time I hear it. Stop wishing and start trying, it is incredibly feasible to do this when you are in your 20's and if you don't do it now, then when will you do it? People always ask me how I do it, and honestly, there are a few easy rules to follow but first, a bit of my background as this is the first post...