How to Book Travel on ArkeFly

ArkeFly, an airline based in the Netherlands, flies to exotic destinations all over northern Africa, the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands, the Red Sea, the Caribbean, Brazil and Netherlands Antilles. They work primarily with the Arke tour operators. Follow these steps to book a flight.

Things You'll Need

• Valid passport and other pertinent travel documents

Instructions

Book a Flight on ArkeFly

1. Book a flight on ArkeFly through an agent. Choose someone with experience booking trips in this portion of the world. A working understanding of Dutch wouldn't hurt, either.

2. Ask your travel agent about ArkeFly's best deals. Your agent may be able to work with the Arke travel organization to provide a package that suits your budget.

3. Expect to pay mid-range prices when you book airfare on this regional carrier. Your total, however, will depend on your destination. Keep in mind that ArkeFly offers complete travel packages. Take advantage of one to significantly trim your costs.

4. Make sure all your travel documents are current, including your passport and visa.

5. Check the U.S. Department of State's Web site for any warnings concerning travel to ArkeFly's destinations and for immunization requirements. Trips to the tropics often require malaria vaccines.

6. Bookmark a currency exchange site so that you can "translate" the prices of your airfare and monitor how much your money will be worth during your trip.

Tips & Warnings

• ArkeFly does not currently offer an English-language Web site or phone number for direct booking.

• In spite of the Dutch-language Web site, you can glean some information by looking at pictures, lists and words similar to English.

• ArkeFly charges for food. You can purchase anything from a Mars Bar to a sandwich to a split of champagne.