Product Description

This manual offers to direct readers to the online resources they need to research destinations, check travel schedules, make reservations, confirm their plans, and even change travel plans online mid-trip. It discusses how to use company-based resources, such as those provided by the world's key hotel groups and airlines, as well as all-encompassing sites such as Microsoft Expedia and Travelocity. There is coverage on using special means to make travel purchases and finding online travel bargains. A yellow pages directory section lists links to and descriptions of dozens of Dummies-approved travel sites. The CD-ROM included with this book contains software for connecting a select online service provider, airline connection software, trip planning utilities, and other travel-related software for planning, booking and tracking all travel plans.

Product Details

• Published on: 2001
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 384 pages

Paul Grimes, Syndicated Columnist & Condé Nast Traveler Editor
Many sites are described in detail, including what you can expect from them and when to act cautiously.

Ingram
For one-stop shopping for the best travel planning sites and advice, be it business or leisure travel, point your way with "Travel Planning Online For Dummies". The CD-ROM contains software for connecting to a select online service provider, airline connection software, and trip planning utilities.

From the Publisher
With this book in hand, readers can use the Internet to plan business trips, family vacations, and dream getaways quickly and painlessly. Would-be travelers learn how to find travel information and schedules, make reservations, and find bargains that stretch their budgets further. The CD-ROM includes travel-related software, trip planning utilities, and more.