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ABTC - Andetur Brazilian Travel Club uses live, real-time information and pricing direct from our SABRE Computer Reservation System. This is the same data used by travel professionals around the world.  We compliment these prices by special advisories that we receive from consolidators, the airlines themselves with special promotions, and private contracts with selected tour operators.

The fares shown in this system are the lowest published fares available given the constraints that you specify. This is how travel professionals around the world receive their information. Then e research our databases of currrent specials from our contracted suppliers; and then we simply bring it to you in an easy-to-understand, natural language format.

Most of the airlines are trying to convience you their ONLINE booking on their site is better .. you don't need to waste 'your' money on a travel agent .. those vultures! Some of the American airline companies have lost sight of the fact that travel agents and consolidators have filled their planes all of these years. And some of us (tooting my own horn and that of our travel agent associates) work hours and hours for both and our clients and club members. They try to sell you the idea that their websites will allow them to cut out the middle man and save you money.

  Airfare prices change daily? - Remember: More often than not, two people sitting right next to each other on an airplane have paid completely different fares due to changing availability and late breaking fare war pricing. If the flight you want does not display the fare you are expecting, it is because the fare is not applicable, the fare class has already been sold out, or because you did not observe the admonishments below.

 

  That great deal you find on your own today may be old news tomorrow? .. it happens to us every day. But it is our business to stay on top of these changes. - On any given day between New York and Los Angeles, or the USA and Brazil, there are over two hundred different fare types. It would be an excercise in frustration to display them all along with the rules governing each fare. The idea is to follow some simple rules, and let  your travel agent do most of the work for you.  After you have selected an itinerary that you feel is the best available, simply send it off to us using the form below and let us do the double-checking. Ultimately, the purpose of this site and our club is to analyse your booking by a travel professional who will ensure that you are making the best possible arrangements.

Sometimes that 'so called' cheap ticket you find on the internet will end up costing you more money in hotel costs, missed connections with a tour operation or domestic flight, and other costs that are often absorbed in a complete package. The 'airline' is only interested in filling seats, not your vacation plans..

 

  A difference of one day in departing or arriving dates, or changing to another airport 15 miles away can save them hundreds? Few Airline 'search engines' tell them that.

If you plan properly, the suggestions we have listed herein will help you when trying to find the lowest fares. These guidelines are not absolute and may not apply in each and every situation. But, by following them you should be able to find the lowest fares most of the time.

  You should always try to stay over a Saturday night - This is the golden rule of flying round-trip. For example, if you're flying from Miami to San Francisco on a Tuesday and you want to return to Miami before Sunday morning, it's going to cost you extra. This is because business travelers tend to want to be home for the weekend. Occasionally, a low fare will be introduced that does not require a minimum stay. This usually occurs in the corridor or shuttle markets such as San Francisco to Los Angeles or Boston to Washington. 12 Midnight Saturday night is the magic instant. To get the discount, you must be at your destination during this instant

 

  You should buy more than 21 days in advance - If you are making inquiries into flights that are sooner than 21 days from now, they are likely to be more expensive. Not only do airlines like to be able to plan ahead, but they also figure that if you have to fly on short notice, you may not have a choice. The advance purchase schedule varies from 21 days to 3 days. The lowest transcontinental fares usually require a 21 day advance. There is usually a 14 day advance purchase fare, and there may be a 7 day advance purchase as well. Occasionally there will be special 3 day advance fares. These generally appear during fare wars and last only a short while. This system is a great way to find information and make a reservation during a fare war without waiting on hold forever.

 

  You should try to use the same carrier for all flight segments - When making more than simple one way or round trip reservations, using the same airline for all the flights of your trip will often result in significant savings. Simply picking the cheapest individual segments regardless of carrier will not result in your best travel value. In some cases you may have to change your airline preferences a few times in order to get a return with a consistent carrier for all flight segments. Choosing "none" as a carrier preference is sometimes a good way to get a general feeling for which airlines service the most number of airports in your trip.  Many times on international inquiries, two or more carriers may be mixed on the same choice when a connection must be made. This is an exception to the above rule, although even here you may benefit if you can find a consistent carrier.

 

  You should try to pick a flight with plenty of seats left if possible - The fewer seats left on a plane, the more expensive they are. Seats in a flight are portioned in groups called "classes". Each class has a price. The cheapest classes sell first.

 

  You should always be 'flexible' - The more options you allow, the better the chance of getting a cheaper flight.

 

  You should pick the right days of the week - More often than not you will run into day and time restrictions. Essentially, this means that some days of the week are cheaper than others. These days of the week change every so often. Currently, for most airlines, it's cheapest to fly on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. The difference is usually $20 to $30 per direction. A Tuesday to Sunday fare might be $20 higher than a Tuesday to Saturday, a Thursday to Sunday trip might cost $40 more.

 

  You should try to avoid holidays - Traveling during the holidays is notoriously expensive. Most airlines have black-out days around popular holidays. Not only are the fares more expensive, but often you cannot use frequent flyer miles during these periods either. Ironically, the day of the actual holiday (e.g. Dec 25th, Thanksgiving Day, Memorial Sunday, etc) is commonly not a black-out day and seats are often available right up to the last minute. Flying on the day of a major holiday can sometimes be a way around poor availability and expensive fares.

 

You should consider frequent flyer programs - Make sure that you are registered with the frequent flyer program of any airline that you fly. On most airlines, even if you don't have their freqyuent flyer program, they will let you sign up when you 'check in' for your flight. When making reservations, keep in mind that it may be a better idea in the long run to consistently fly with the same airline and accumulate frequent flier miles, than to base your criteria strictly on which carrier has the lowest fare. If you think that you've done the best you can and our prices seem to be different, then let us know about it.

 

  You should buy TRAVEL PROTECTION INSURANCE (see below)

Unfortunately, however, one undertaking such an travel adventure must face the possibility that you or your companion might be forced to cancel your trip at the last moment due to illness, injury or other emergency or sustain an unfortunate injury and require medical services or worse, medical evacuation during your trip.

Trip cancellation and travel insurance can help protect you and your travel companions from these unforeseen and unfortunate circumstances. We will send you the application forms from our recommended supplier, a major, reliable insurer of international travelers.

Typically, the cost of an extensive program is less than $65 per $1,000 of
coverage. It is wise to always consult with your personal health insurance
provider before undertaking any type of travel to determine what is covered
in the event of injury or illness during your travels.

  Travel agencies and destination specialists often have first-hand experience with the places they recommend? - In the case of Andetur Brazilian Travel Club, all of our agents, except one at this time, are either Brazilian nationals or are residents and have traveled extensively in Brazil.

 

  Certified travel agencies and tour operators have a lot more leverage than individuals when settling disputes with airlines and travel suppliers? - Through our associations and consortiums, we are able to handle any potential problems for our members and clients much more positively that a single individual would be able too.

 

  Travel agencies generally work for you for ! - We do not add-on any charges or costs to the actual 'selling price' of any airfare or tour package, unless we specifically advise our member or client.   Although we receive our commissions from the airline, hotel, or tour operator, we are working for you.  You are our client, not the supplier.

Travel Club members will get better discounts, 'perks' and add-ons that a normal non-member client. Many of our packages are designed for regular travelers and club members.