Friday, April 16, 2010

The 10 Most Common Travel Booking Mistakes

If you're planning to travel during a busy time like Presidents' Day week in Orlando book well in advance for the best prices and availability. (AP FILE PHOTO)

USA TODAY • April 16, 2010

If you're a long-time reader of SmarterTravel, you may consider yourself an old pro when it comes to booking airfare, hotels, and rental cars. But even the savviest of travelers can always use a refresher course, especially in light of travel's new realities—fees aplenty, confusing regulations, and endless fine print. Read on to see the 10 most common travel booking mistakes, and how to avoid them.