Top 10 travel tips from EL AL Airlines

Traveling during the holidays can be stressful. EL AL Airlines, Israel's national airline, has 10 travel tips to make holiday travel a bit easier.

Bad traffic on the way to the airport? Forgot your passport and now you're not going to make it on time? Don't panic.

"If there is availability in the same class of service on the same day, EL AL will place the passenger on that flight with no additional fees," said EL AL Airlines spokesperson Sheryl Stein.

EL AL still charges fees for those who have to take a flight on a separate day ($170 penalty plus $50 change fee). If you anticipate a missed flight, the airline suggests calling the airline immediately to start making adjusted accommodations. Good advice.

Top 10 holiday travel tips from EL AL:

Plan your trip as far ahead of time as possible - Book NOW. As the holiday season gets closer, the prices will inevitably go up. If possible, try to purchase the tickets for your flight as far in advance as possible.
Try to fly during the week - If at all possible, book your flight sometime in the middle of the week. Normally, weekend departures have a much higher demand than mid-week flights, and often times the best prices can be found during the week.
Check for hotel/airfare deals - Many airlines offer packages and discounts on hotels, as well as combination air/car rental packages, depending on the airline and destination. Call the airline or check out the airline's website for deals as many of these combinations are very competitively priced.
Check for special discounts - Many airlines offer discounts for families, children, and anyone over the age of 60 as well as their travel companions. Call the airline or view the website to find out discounts and special accommodations.
Consider late flights or red eyes - Red eyes and late night flights offer several advantages. First of all, when leaving at night, travelers can have a full day at the office or home. On the return, when taking a late night flight, travelers have a full day at their destination and don't have to pay for an extra hotel night. Evening flights offer early morning arrival, as well as a quieter flight that allows for a better nights sleep on board.
Plan to arrive at the airport or station earlier than usual - The holiday season means many people are traveling, so there are more traffic jams and long lins. The important to budget travel is to prepare in advance. When it comes to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved holidays and/or going to see new spots we have never been before, the reality of cost and budgeting is often in the back of our minds. Preparation and spending our travel budget wisely is a priority for most families. Reducing spending and costs, while still delighting your vacation to its fullest, is the key to certain achievements and fiscal responsibility. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The thought behind economizing money while touring is simple: Even if your personal funds is extremely small, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or departing the homestead! Also remembering that while traveling, regardless of whether on a price range or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a big vacation or travel expenses!. Allowing for a margin of time will pay off in reduced stress and could also mean the difference between a missed flight and one caught in plenty of time. Two hours is ideal for a domestic flight and at least two-and-a-half hours for international. Be sure to check with the airline prior to your flight, but always leave extra time.
Prepare your pets for travel - As pets are often part of the family and hence the holiday travel plans, help prepare them accordingly. Pets should exercise before the flight: taking your pet for a quick jog or walk will help calm your pet before the flight so they will sleep easier and be more comfortable. Pets should be fed a few hours before departure.
Dress airport appropriate - Wear slip-on shoes to make your trip through security checkpoints easier. Wear an outfit with plenty of layers to be appropriately prepared for various weather conditions and in-flight temperature changes. For children, get them ready for the flight by dressing in loose, easy to change, comfortable clothing and shoes. It is best to have the child dress in layers of clothing.
Prepare children for travel - Leading up to any flight or planned trip, gradually adjust the child's sleeping schedule in order to prepare for long flights or when traveling through different time zones. Have them stay up a bit later every night.
Plan activities for your children while at the airport - Pack a bag with a lot of supplies to keep your child involved in fun games and activities. Bring items such as a sketch pad, crayons, stencils, books, educational games, etc.

KAYAK - Cheap Flights, Hotels, Airline Tickets, Cheap Tickets ...
www.kayak.comFlights Hotels Cars Vacations
Find and book cheap flights, hotels, vacations and rental cars with KAYAK.com. Hotel, flight and travel deals. Search hundreds of travel sites at once.
AirTran Airways - Best Deals on Flights, Air Tickets, and Travel ...
www.airtran.comReservations Check-In Flight Times Specials Find Itinerary
Find great fares and cheap flights for the U.S., Mexico and Caribbean travel on AirTran Airways.
KAYAK - Cheap Flights - Deals on Airline Tickets - Airfare ...
www.kayak.com/flightsExplore Fare Deals Hotels Airline Fees - Kayak Las Vegas Flights
Find cheap flight and airline tickets on KAYAK. Get cheap airfare and book airline tickets online without fees. Search hundreds of travel sites at once.
BestFares.com finds Cheap Flights, Travel Deals, Travel News ...
bestfares.com
BestFares.com finds Cheap Flights, Travel Deals, Travel News, Cheap Tickets, Airline Tickets and Discount Airfares
Cheap Flights, Cheap Airline Tickets, Plane Tickets, Buy Cheap ...
www.bt-store.com
Search and compare cheap flights using millions of discount airline tickets. Best Travel Store is a cheap airfares leader since 2002. Buy cheap plane tickets and get ...
Yahoo! Travel - Cheap flights, hotels, travel guides & car rental
travel.yahoo.comFlights Hotels
Find cheap flights, hotels and car rentals with Yahoo! Travel. Plan your trip with travel guides, personalized recommendations, articles, deals and more.
Travel News, Tips & Deals - ABC News - ABCNews.com -
abcnews.go.com/travel
Find the latest travel news, tips and guides, and look for vacation ideas. See photos and videos of travel destinations, check flight delays, and more at ABCNews.
Affordable luxury: Abu Dhabis top 10 best hotels - travel tips ...
www.lonelyplanet.com/united-arab-emirates/abu-dhabi/travel-tips...
Read Affordable luxury: Abu Dhabis top 10 best hotels for travel tips, advice, news and articles from all around the world by Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet Travel Guides and Travel Information
www.lonelyplanet.comDestinations Europe Thorn Tree Forum Hotels Asia
Travel guides and guidebooks. Travel advice, tips and destination information to inspire you from Lonely Planet
Airline Seat Maps, Flights shopping and Flight information- Best ...
www.seatguru.comUnited Airlines Delta Air Lines American Airlines US Airways
The ultimate source for airplane seating, in-flight amenities, flights shopping and airline information.
CheapOair - Cheap Tickets, Flights, Airline Tickets, Cheap Plane ...
www.cheapoair.comRound Trip Flights Flights Airfares
Book cheap tickets & save big on your flights. We offer cheap airplane tickets year round. Travel for less with our cheap tickets, hotel rates and more!
Yahoo! Travel UK & Ireland - Cheap Flights Hotels Holidays
uk.travel.yahoo.com
Find cheap flights, book hotels and holidays online on Yahoo! Travel UK. Discover comprehensive world travel guides, hotel reviews, holiday reviews and main tourist ...
Travel News: Your Guide to Everything for Travel - latimes.com
www.latimes.com/travel
Get the latest on travel trends and the best vacation destinations in California, the U.S. and the world!
Travelzoo - Travel Deals: Flights, Hotels, Vacations, Cruises ...
www.travelzoo.comTop 20 Last Minute Airfare Hotels Las Vegas
Travel deals on flights, hotels, vacation packages, cruises and local & entertainment deals too. Join millions of travelers who already use Travelzoo!
Travel Tips Articles - Find Travel Tips Related Articles on ...
www.articlesbase.com Travel
Find Travel Tips articles at ArticlesBase.com a free articles directory. Submit your articles for free distribution and find Travel Tips content for your website ...
Southwest Airlines Book Flights, Airline Tickets, Airfare
www.southwest.comSpecial Offers Flight Schedules Check In Flight Status
Southwest has the best deals on flights, hotels and car rentals.
CheapTickets - Cheap Hotels, Flights, Airline Tickets, Airfare ...
www.cheaptickets.com
Find cheap airline tickets and score cheap hotels with our Best Price Guarantee. Save on cheap flights, hotel deals, vacations, car rentals, cruises and more.
Travelocity, Book Travel for Less Hotels, Flights, Vacation ...
www.travelocity.comFlights Search for Flights Hotels Vacation Packages
Book travel for less with specials on cheap airline tickets, hotels, cruises, car rentals, and flights on Travelocity, your one-stop resource for travel and vacation ...
Travel Tips, Information on Top Destinations, Travel Deals ...
www.lowfares.com/blog
The Great White North is often overlooked as a travel destination but there is an entire world of gorgeous scenery in Canada that rivals that of any other country.
Last Minute Travel - Hotel Discounts Airfare Deals
www.lastminutetravel.comFlights Packages Hotels Cruises
Book your next trip with Last Minute Travel, and enjoy the best hotel discounts, airfare deals and discount vacation packages.
Cheap Flights to Israel USA to Tel Aviv EL AL
www.elal.co.il
EL AL Airlines offers its passengers cheap flights to Israel. Fly with the most secure airline and enjoy a comfortable air journey. Book cheap flights to Tel Aviv ...
Orbitz Travel: Airline Tickets, Cheap Hotels, Car Rentals ...
www.orbitz.comFlights Hotels Vacations Car Only
Orbitz homepage. Find great deals on flights, hotels, car rentals, activities and cruises. Create travel packages that will save you even more.
Travel Guides: Vacation Planning Advice, Expert Travel and ...
www.10best.com
Read 10Best travel guides about the best places to travel to plan your next vacation. Read city travel guides written by professional travel editors, get expert ...
Reviews of Hotels, Flights and Vacation Rentals - TripAdvisor
www.tripadvisor.comHotels Restaurants Flights Travel Forum
TripAdvisor - Unbiased hotel reviews, photos and travel advice for hotels and vacations - Compare prices with just one click.