Wanting to travel but not sure where to start? Vacation packages may seem like an appealing option, especially since they can bundle together multiple bookings at once. But are travel packages a good deal?
Let’s take a look at the costs of booking travel packages, how they compare with separate bookings and how much you could save by redeeming rewards points.
There are a lot of moving parts when booking a vacation, especially when it comes to your travel itinerary. Plenty of websites offer the ability to book travel packages, but one of the more popular options is Costco Travel. Costco Travel vacation packages are available exclusively to members, though members can book them for others without the need to travel.
Costco’s travel packages can include flights, cars, hotels, theme park tickets and additional activities.
Here’s an example of a weeklong vacation for two adults to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, including flights, a hotel and theme park tickets:
Your total out-of-pocket cost is $2,113.11, which isn’t bad for a vacation that includes Disney World admission. Keep in mind, however, that you’ll also be on the hook for Costco’s annual membership fee, which starts at $60 per year.
Other options for travel packages include airline websites such as Delta Vacations, American Airlines Vacations and United Vacations. However, not all travel packages are created equal.