As you decide your travel destinations for the next vacation, you need the right travel resources to finalize the itinerary. Here are some of the travel resources that we often use for our travels.
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Flights
The first step after finalizing the vacation itinerary is to look at the flight options. The flight aggregators provide the best options from multiple flight providers.
Skyscanner
The flight aggregator is our go-to option for finding the best options in terms of flight itineraries and prices. Skyscanner also provides star ratings of the booking companies to help decide whether to go with them even if they show the cheapest prices.
Momondo
Momondo is a flight aggregator that also provides machine learning based prompts if it is the right time to buy at the price or if there is a chance for a lower price. It is another reliable option to find the best prices.
Google Flights
Google Flights is the option from Google to find the flight options and get started with the planning. It might not be as comprehensive as the other 2 aggregators, however have some great charts that show the price trends for the next calendar months.
Accommodation
As you go ahead with the flight bookings, the next step is to look for the places to stay. Whether you like the all-inclusive resorts, the boutique luxury hotel, the best B&B in town or a budget stay, the accommodation aggregators bring together the amenities, prices, ratings and reviews to choose the perfect options for your vacation.
Booking.com
Booking.com is an accommodation booking site/app that has a deep coverage of most places. This is where we go first, after deciding the tour itinerary. The site has a comprehensive listing covering all budgets and facility types. Their ‘Genius’ loyalty program reveals room upgrades or additional benefits.
Airbnb
If you want to have a localized feel or cook your own food or stay in unique accommodations, Airbnb is perfect for you. As owners list their homes on the site, it takes you to remote places and decors that feel homely. The prices can range from a few bucks to thousands of dollars.
HotelsCombined
The HotelsCombined is an accommodation aggregator that shows you the cheapest prices and can be great for your initial search. Look for the deals and assess the reviews collated from several booking sites. It provides a calendar view of cheaper and higher price days.
Hostelworld
If you are a backpacker or want your travel budget to go longer, consider Hostelworld. It collates a list of hostels and budget stays to choose from. Whether you want a bed in a dorm or a private room, it shows and makes it easy to navigate between the options.
Tours
Every place has something to offer. Find the local tours or bucket-list experiences to make your itinerary exciting.
Viator
Viator holds a galore of tours and experiences offered by the local individuals and companies. You can compare and choose the activities based on your and your families’ interests. It provides an interface to find and book tours and activities near the destinations of your itinerary.
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GYG offers similar features and options of tours and activities. The diversity of listings may vary depending on places, so you can check listings from both before booking. Browse tours for Costa Rica, tours for Guatemala, tours for Colombia, tours for Peru.
Insurance
A great vacation also requires peace of mind from the uncertainties of travel. Purchase insurance from your home country to cover for any unexpected incidents.
Otherwise, there are global insurance providers that can cover everything from flight delays, loss of luggages to medical emergencies. We have not used any of these nomad insurances yet, as we have international insurance coverage from our country of residence. But these are perfect to have when you are planning a travel for a longer time away from your home base.
World Nomads
World Nomads is a common nomad insurance providers for long term travelers. Add your travel plans and some basic personal info and get a quote with multiple plans having different benefits.
SafetyWing
SafetyWing, as their tagline says, by the nomads for the nomads, offers quotes curtailed to your need. You can choose plans that accept payment on a monthly basis, a good way to have cheaper cover while you lead a digital nomad life.
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