How often do you see a cruise or tour advertised as ‘Fly Free’?
That’s Bulldust! . . . It should really say just say ‘Flights included’
Stay Longer
If we are travelling long haul we would much rather stop longer than take the flights included in the package.
If you arrive on the day, or the day before the tour starts you are probably in a trance for the first few days.
If your luggage gets delayed will it ever catch up?
Going to Europe we typically want to visit friends and relatives in Britain before the tour starts.
We may also want to use our frequent flyer points to book business class travel.
Our Experience
We generally find that as soon as we ask for the package without the ‘Free Flights we get a significant discount.
The discount is likely to be a little less than the cost of booking the flights yourself. . . . but for us it’s still worthwhile.
Also
If you are booking a “free flight’ you might find the fare class you have been booked on:
- Doesn’t include airline points!
- Can’t be upgraded with either points of cash!
