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Book reservations early to take advantage of restricted inventory and advance purchase fares
Use alternate air carriers when cost-effective.
Use alternate airports when convenient and cost-effective.
Consider alternate modes of transportation, i.e., trains and taxis instead of car rentals.
Consider use of Manual cars in European destinations to contain cost of Rental
Let the agent know the schedule limitations or flexibility. This will enable them to alter departure times to obtain the lowest possible fare.
Check your travel documents the day you receive them. It’s always a good idea to check invoices and itineraries. Go to https://www.viewtrip.com/. A Record Locator is required to access your trip details
For international travel, ask about passport, visa, tourist card and health requirements well in advance of the trip.
Always cancel reservations that will not be used. Return any unused paper tickets to the Travel Office for possible credit.
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useful links
- avoiddelays.com
- Chicago Airport System
- CHUBB Business Travel Insurance
- Consular Sheets
- Frequently Used Airlines Worldwide Websites and Local Numbers
- GSA Travel Warnings
- Omega Client Site for Fermilab
- Preparation for Foreign Travel - Power Point Presentation
- seatguru.com
- Submission Guidelines
09/2008