Ynot Travel Service

09/20/2023

New logo part 2.

09/20/2023

New Logo

07/11/2023

08/14/2020

Just a reminder to my traveling friends that booking airfare and hotel as a package is less than booking them separate. So, save that free flight for when you don't need a hotel.

01/23/2019

Promoting a cruise to the Caribbean July 12-19, 2020. Contact me for more information and to book!

07/20/2018

New website: www.ynottravel.net

08/20/2015

Southwest Airlines claims that bags fly free. But do they, really?

I know there are a lot of people who love flying on Southwest Airlines, but I am not one of them. On a recent search for airfare for an upcoming cruise, I was happy that Southwest extended their schedule to include the dates that I needed. Generally, when Southwest Airlines enters a market, airfare prices dropped. This is known as the “Southwest Effect.”

To my surprise, a round trip ticket between BWI and Fort Lauderdale was $574 on Southwest. Whoa!!! I tend to shop between several local airports to find the best prices. I was able to secure round trip airfare between Washington National and Fort Lauderdale for $389 on American. That is a “Choice Essential” fare which includes one checked bag and group I boarding. Additionally, I purchased extra legroom seats for $47. The total American airfare is $436. That’s $138 less than Southwest. Even if I took a second bag on American, that fare is only $507, still less than Southwest’s $574.

Yes I am comparing airfare from two different airports, but I live the exact same distance between each airport. If you want to know the Southwest price from National to Fort Lauderdale, it is a whopping $724!!!

What’s the moral of my story? Simple. Check several airlines (and airports) for the best fare. I am starting to notice a “Spirit Effect” where airlines are starting to “bundle” fares. So now you can purchase an airfare to include checked bags, priority boarding, carry-ons, etc.

Southwest says bags fly free, but sometimes it’s cheaper to pay for your bags on another carrier.

03/29/2011

Cruise from Baltimore to the Freeport and Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas and Grand Turk of Turks & Caicos July 15-22, 2012.

Price for an inside room category 4B (no window) is $1122.17 per person.
Price for a balcony room category 8B is $1332.17 per person.
Prices for Ocean View rooms are available--message me for details.

These prices include taxes & fees. Don't be fooled by teaser rates starting at $900 per person. Those rates DO NOT include taxes and fees.

To Book: All you need is $50 per person to reserve your room.
Final Payment is due April 13, 2012. You have a year to prepare for this one!!

03/15/2011

US Airways Vacations announces a 96 sale on trips of 3 nights or longer to Las Vegas. Book March 14 - March 17 and Travel March 14 - September 8, 2011. Call me to book your trip before the sale ends!

11/26/2010

Just added a few pictures from my recent (Nov 5-8) cruise of the Norwegian Sky. Weekend cruises to the Bahamas make for a nice get-a-way!

11/26/2010

Photos from my various cruises. Feel free to email ([email protected]) or call to book your next cruise.

08/29/2010

08/16/2010

It might help seeing me in some of the places you may want to visit.

08/16/2010

Pictures around Sin City!