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7 7 About Marri Marri Petrucci is the Leisure Travel Manager for Premier Travel in Dublin, Ohio. She has 20+ years of experience arranging family, group, and corporate travel, as well as honeymoons and destination weddings. She has her Certified Travel Associate degree and holds her Master Cruise Counselor certification. Travel is Marri's passion—she has visited 34 countries, and five out of the seven continents—and she loves making dreams come true! To work with Marri, please contact her at mpetrucci@premiertravel.us. 1. How far in advance should you book a trip? While it varies based on the trip, you should start planning at least six to eight months in advance. If you're planning a honeymoon or a destination wedding, you'll definitely need more time. However, for holiday travel (Christmas, New Years, spring break, etc.) you should always start planning at least eight-twelve months in advance to get the best prices and availability. 2. What's the best time to book a hotel or purchase plane tickets? I don't think there is one answer to this question. Plane ticket prices are constantly going up and down, so it's best to get an idea of the price, and then watch it for a few weeks to see if it fluctuates. When it comes to hotels, the earlier you book, the better price you'll get. 3. What's the most common mistake you see people make when booking a trip? Many people have unrealistic expectations. People want to get the "best deal," but the best deal isn't always the best value—there's a big difference! 4. What are your top traveling tips and essentials? Always make sure your airline tickets match your photo ID and give yourself some extra time at the airport in case security lines are long. You should also get the correct currency for your destination before you arrive—you never know what could happen. When it comes to travel essentials, I always bring some reading material, earbuds for tuning everyone out, and a wrap for cold airplanes! 5. How can you save money when booking a trip? Be flexible with your travel dates and don't change plans after booking—there can be hefty fees. 6. Should I get travel insurance? If you're spending a lot of money on a vacation, you should get insurance to protect your investment. If you have to cancel, or you experience delays or complications, fees can pile up quickly, and insurance can help. You should also get travel insurance if you have elderly parents. If something goes wrong, you'll be covered and won't have to worry about additional fees. 7. What are some of the best travel locations that most people haven't heard of? I love these hidden gems: Banff, Canada Quebec, Canada Moorea, Tahiti Lanai, Hawaii Corn Island, Central America Taormina, Sicily Marri's Travel Tips 7