How to Book Travel on Palmair

Don't let the small size fool you: Palmair has been voted the best British airline despite only having two airplanes in its fleet. The top-notch customer service of the flight crew, delicious and hearty meals and exciting destinations make this a favorite for its loyal clientele. Palmair's prices are typically quite moderate.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access

Book Travel on Palmair

1. Contact your travel agent to make reservations. Unlike most airlines, Palmair does not offer online reservations. Agents will have in-depth information on the various travel choices offered on Palmiar.
2. Fill out a winter or summer booking form, which is found on the company Web site (see Resources below).
3. Call the Palmair customer service department directly at 011 ([phone] to book your flight.

Experience Palmair Destinations

4. Take a day trip to one of several popular destinations. For very affordable prices, travel to sites in the United Kingdom, Portugal, Italy, Greece and Switzerland. You'll receive round-trip airfare and a guided coach tour of attractions at your destination.
5. Book airfare and hotel accommodations simultaneously. Palmair offers package deals for either 7 or 14 days at 3- and 4-star hotels. Prices range from reasonable to expensive.
6. Rent private villas in Majorca. Palmair offers rentals of two-bedroom villas that can sleep up to seven. With beautiful grounds, including a swimming pool, these villas are a great alternative for those traveling in large groups. Call Palmair for prices and availability.
7. Purchase a seat-only ticket for travel to the many Palmair destinations. Verify availability online or by calling customer service.

Tips & Warnings

• Palmair does not currently offer online booking.
• Book your travel online to enjoy convenient 24-hour access to reservations.
• Limit your baggage to no more than about 44 lbs.
• Day trips leave at about 7:30 a.m. and return at about 10:30 p.m. the same night. Prepare for a full day of travel and sightseeing at your destination.
• With Palmair package deals, children stay either free or at reduced prices during summers. Check early to determine which properties are offering these deals. The Palmair Web site offers advice on which hotels provide the best accommodations for visitors with children. There are also specials for single parents.
• All phone numbers include the United States international prefix "011." When calling internationally from outside the United States, check which prefix to use. All country codes are within parentheses and begin with a "+" sign.
• All credit card purchases are subject to a 2 percent surcharge. Cash, checks and debit cards are not subject to surcharge.
• Remember that Palmair only flies out of Bournemouth Airport, which is about 105 miles from London. If you plan on taking a Palmair flight, allow time to get to Bournemouth.