How to Find Student Travel Discounts

Every student needs time to relax after spending long hours in class writing papers and studying. Taking a much needed vacation does not have to be expensive. There are many ways to save money and get discounts on travel expenses, hotels and entertainment. With some information and a little research, take a vacation using student discounts.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Get an International Student Identity Card at the ISIC website. The site also gives information about worldwide discounts available to students. Some of these discounts include retail stores, entertainment, hotels, transportation, restaurants and museums.

2. Visit STA travel. They are travel experts who help find discounts on airfare, accommodations and rental cars. STA travel has a website as well as offices located around the world.

3. Research your destination. Many destinations offer special discounts and activities for students. Visit the destination's website or call the city's Chamber of Commerce to find student discounts.

4. Book your vacation at the appropriate time. Most airlines give discounts the earlier you book your flight. Hotels however are the opposite. Find half-price or special discounts on rooms closer to the actual travel date.

5. Ask about student discounts while you are on vacation at the hotel and in other tourist spots. Many locations and services offer discounts for students.

Tips & Warnings

• Consider traveling in a group. Create your own student travel group or join a tour. There are often discounts or deals when you travel in larger numbers. Just be aware that traveling with a large group sometimes limits your ability to choose exactly what you want to do when you want to do it.

Resources

• Get an ISIC card at the International Student Identity Card website.
• Visit the STA travel website.
• Discounts