ad | There’s always some element of stress when it comes to travelling and booking holidays. Whether it’s financial stress or health concerns, worries about the area you’re visiting or flight-anxiety, everyone has something that worries them on their travels. And of course, things can – and often do! – go wrong. Delayed flights, missing luggage, scams, upset stomachs, you name it and someone would have experienced it.
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In fact, I just came back from holiday to Tenerife in which there were a few mishaps, including my fiancé getting sunstroke and our boat excursion being called off because of bad weather. Things that can’t – for the most part – be helped but are just one of those things that happen and you need to get on with it and try not to let it ruin your experience.
As someone that’s really quite anal about planning and organization, I like to try and be as prepared as I possibly can for every eventuality. This gives me the peace of mind that I’ve done everything I can possible do to avoid any set backs on my trips. And if anything does crop up, I’ll know it’s through no fault of my own and we can deal with it if it arises.
Arguably the most crucial point of any holiday, your flight is the start of your adventure. You want it to be smooth and easy and I believe this starts from the point of booking the flight itself. Knowing you’ve got a good deal can give you that little mental boost before the holiday has even began!
Once flights are booked, having a reliable place to stay can make a huge difference to how stress-free a trip feels overall. Choosing accommodation that’s well-located and easy to plan around can remove a lot of uncertainty, especially in busy or unfamiliar cities.
For example, staying somewhere central like Hotel Perle on St.Charles Ave (New Orleans) makes it easier to organize transport, sightseeing, and downtime without overcomplicating your plans. When both flights and accommodation are sorted with care, it’s much easier to relax and focus on enjoying the experience rather than worrying about logistics.
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Introducing RatePunk
RatePunk is a service ideal for those who fly a lot and want to find the best deals. Travelling doesn’t have to cost a bomb and if you want to travel more but are worried about funds, a platform like RatePunk is a good place to start. So, who are RatePunk?
RatePunk are an email service which helps you find the best flight deals, based on your airport departure point. They will send you regular weekly emails with flight deals and they have a couple of upgraded options if you’re looking for more. If you’re a bit lazy (no shame!) and don’t have the time to search on your own, RatePunk are here to do the work for you.
Their members save £400 on average per ticket!
Although probably best known for their flight deals, they also have a handy browser extension and hotel booking tool, which can help you find hotels for the best price. The team behind RatePunk have over 10+ years experience within the travel industry, so they’re definitely clued up with all the best tips on how to find holiday-makers the best deals.
RatePunk have been featured in major publications such as The Washington Post, CNN, The Star, Nasdaq and Forbes!
How does it work and what are the costs?
It’s a super easy and user-friendly platform to use. You sign up with your country, email address and the airport of your choice and then you receive your deals straight to your inbox. The costs associated with RatePunk are as follows:
- $23.99 a year for a subscription
- $26.99 a year for the elite upgrade
- $11.99 extra for double deals
- $6.99 extra for 1 added airport, $9.99 for 2 and $19.99 extra for unlimited airports.
They also offer a 30 day money back guarantee, so you can use the platform for a month to see if you like it. If you don’t, then you’ll get a refund on your subscription, risk-free!
RatePunk uses a system that scans across many different platforms, websites and airlines to bring you the best deals in one place. The only thing you have to do, is select the airport you’re flying from and RatePunk will do the rest!
Why use RatePunk over competitors?
Although RatePunk certainly isn’t the only platform of it’s kind, with comparison to companies like Going, I believe it is the more well-rounded, flexible and cost-effective option. Although Going offer a free version of their platform, it only gives you occasional deals and limited access. Their plans then start at $49.00 per year, compared to RatePunk’s $23.99.
You’ll also find that RatePunk’s user-experience is much friendly than those of their competitors. Their dashboard is easy to use and customizable, offering plenty of flexibility and whilst keeping them up to date, not overwhelming members with emails.
Who is RatePunk for?
Anyone who loves travel! And certainly anyone who wants to save money on travel.
Whether you’re a budget-conscious flyer or you’re looking for a last minute getaway, RatePunk can find the perfect deal for you. Along with their email subscription, you can access your dashboard which allows for further personalisation to help you find the perfect trip.
For the basic subscription of $23.99 a year, you’ll be able to check out the deals from the one airport you’ve chosen. Helpful for those living in a small town where maybe there’s only one close-by airport option they can realistically choose from.
But if you do want to extend further, you always have the option of adding on additional airports, so RatePunk can find even more deals for you.
Their handy dashboard also allows you to find deals based on category. This means you can narrow your search even further by choosing weekend breaks, long-haul, domestic and more.
Here are two deals based on the airport I chose (East Midlands Airport in the UK). £41 for Venice? Don’t mind if I do.
Should you use RatePunk?
If you’re a keen traveller and want to save money across the board when it comes to flights then yes. If you have the money spare to sign up for a subscription and know you travel enough to make it worth it, then you’ll be making that back in no time with all the savings you’re going to make.
I think this subscription is perfect for those who perhaps live a bit of a nomadic life. Those who can drop everything and go somewhere whenever they please or for someone who’s regularly on the road.
However, holidays can be expensive for families as well. So if you’re a family looking to save some money on your holidays, this could be a great option for you too. Especially if you’re too busy to be searching around for deals yourself!
With it’s customization options, extensive deal coverage and risk-free subscription service, RatePunk are definitely one to watch!
