There is a toll free number in Washington people call to get the latest vacation travel info in the US. One US agency even offers free consumer brochures packed with useful data and advice on traveling within America safely. This agency publishes nine types of brochures on travel information covering a wide range of travel topics and designed to inform the experienced as well as the novice traveler how to save money, time and effort while avoiding possible problems.



In addition, this agency maintains a toll free telephone service through which information can be obtained about sightseeing attraction in a specific area, the availability of car rental companies, bus, and other transportation, hotels and motels in the vicinity. Understand though that nothing concerning prices or reservation arrangements will be provided by the agency and it will not push certain facilities over others. However it does tell callers where they can obtain further info.



In one brochure preplanning is seen as the key ingredient to traveling within budget. Crafting a plan leaves you plenty of room for considering a wide variety of alternatives before making a decision that does not exceed your budget. Regarding tricks to cutting down meal as well as accommodations and transport costs the brochure also tackles these in certain sections. Compared to lodgings within the city core for instance the brochure noted that the rates for accommodations located on the outer regions are much cheaper.



The brochure tells you about the air fare rates but it contains limited info on matters having to do with snagging bargains on air fare. Avoid paying the full amount for tickets by scouting for any available special discounted air fares. Learn about air fare bargain words and terms like open jaw circle rates and ITC or ABC or TGC or OTC while reading the brochure or skip to the section on charters and familiarize yourself with their finer points.




The first thing most US families think of when taking a vacation is riding the car for a road trip. In the brochure talking about fuel plus time and money saving ideas there is also a great deal on energy conservation. It also entries suggesting people take other transport means. Rental cars are included in certain travel packages which makes them the more economical choice over bringing your own vehicle.



Travel agents can provide a variety of services to consumers. There is this brochure that takes a look at the travel agency and how it benefits vacation planners in many money and time saving ways by giving useful advice for free. Tips are included in other brochures for senior citizens along with a host of special discounts and travel opportunities. Prepare yourself for the trip with your pet by glancing over the brochure covering the same subject.



Travel tips for handicapped persons are found in another brochure discussing the many ways travel obstacles are gradually being removed plus pointers for planning vacations. The brochure on your rights and responsibilities as a traveler discusses some of the options open to dissatisfied travelers and where to register complaints. Brochure number nine is sort of a guide to the various state and federal government agencies in the position to assist you in planning a vacation.