When to Start Planning Your Next Vacation.
When should you start planning your next trip? It’s the age-old question that lives rent free in every travelers mind. As travel advisors, we know the importance of planning ahead so you don’t miss out on those season ski passes. And while there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this conundrum, we’ve put together a few rules of thumb that are juuuust right for your next adventure. Ready, jet-set, go!
Spring Break
let’s start planning
6 to 9 months before your trip.
FLIGHTS
3-6 months
ACCOMMODATIONS
4-6 months
ACTIVITIES
2-3 months
RESERVATIONS
1-2 months
Winter Break
let’s start planning
6 to 12 months before your trip.
FLIGHTS
4-8 months
ACCOMMODATIONS
6-9 months
ACTIVITIES
3-6 months
RESERVATIONS
2-3 months
Europe Trip
let’s start planning
9 to 12 months before your trip.
FLIGHTS
6-9 months
ACCOMMODATIONS
9-12 months
ACTIVITIES
3-6 months
RESERVATIONS
2-3 months
Summer Break
let’s start planning
6 to 12 months before your trip.
FLIGHTS
4-8 months
ACCOMMODATIONS
6-9 months
ACTIVITIES
3-6 months
RESERVATIONS
2-3 months
Caribbean Vacay
let’s start planning
6 to 9 months before your trip.
FLIGHTS
4-6 months
ACCOMMODATIONS
6-9 months
ACTIVITIES
2-4 months
RESERVATIONS
1-2 months
African Safari
let’s start planning
10 to 14 months before your trip.
FLIGHTS
6-9 months
ACCOMMODATIONS
9-12 months
ACTIVITIES
6-9 months
RESERVATIONS
ask your advisor
Weekend Getaway
let’s start planning
1 to 3 months before your trip.
FLIGHTS
1 month
ACCOMMODATIONS
1-2 months
ACTIVITIES
1 month
RESERVATIONS
2 weeks
Cruise
let’s start planning
9 to 12 months before your trip.
FLIGHTS
6-9 months
ACCOMMODATIONS
9-12 months
ACTIVITIES
3-6 months
RESERVATIONS
onboard dining options may vary
