1. Book travel with a credit card that offers protection. For example, often American Express extends warranties and offers other travel protection.

2. Shop around. Even though it would seem Travelocity, Orbitz, Expedia and others would have the same offering and rates, it isn’t true. They often have different arrangements for rates, terms, and pricing.

3. You don’t need to book far in advance to save money. Sometimes a great deal can be gotten close or far.