Travel
Check Airfares:
Tip: Check airfares online, but book directly with carrier to avoid convenience/service fees
Tips: Learn about hotels in specific area, but call hotel direct to see if better rates are available and avoid convenience/service fees. Always ask hotel if they have any current specials, offer AAA rates (if you're a member), or offer "Entertainment" rates (if you have the Entertainment book -- if they do and you don't have a book, see below).