Package tours offer many advantages, especially for travelers who don't want to visit new and strange lands on their own. The consumers Association of Singapore offers these tips when booking a packaged deal :
- Check the itinerary first. Ensure that there is sufficient information, especially about hotels.
- Beware of the hidden costs. Check exactly what is included in the package. You will have to pay more for optional yours and extras.
- If you need to clarify anything , ask before you make your booking. Don't wait until you reach your destination.
- Understand the terms used by the tour agents. A five-day tour may mean that you only spend three days in the country you travel to. The travel time to and from the country may be included in the tour.
- If you are unhappy with anything during the tour, keep original copies of bills or, if possible. take photographs as proof when you make your claims or complaints.
- Beware of "free" shopping tours - you will most likely taken to shops that pay a comissions to the guide. Compare prices and quality before you shop.
- Check the requirements of the country you are visiting. Although the travel agent is there to advise you, there may be visa requirements or foreign currency restrictions that you may not be aware of.
- Do some research on the country you are visiting. You may not want to go during the typhoon season or when there is an existing health hazard, for example.
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