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For the New Year’s holiday, thousands of travelers will drive or fly the skies to their favorite places. Hopefully you’ve already booked your ticket for travel during the holidays.
This article will show you how to save money on travel for new year if you’re an apprehensive traveler. Here’s what you need to know about flying this holiday season.
New Year Travel: How To Save Money And More
For the winter, there have been some good sales, especially with Southwest Airlines, so you can save money if you want to. The real issue is whether you’re ready to risk it all to fly to a vacation destination or home for the holidays.
If you want to know what safety measures airlines have put in place, here’s what to know:
Typically, you may be asked to quarantine from 10 to 14 days, so you’d better have some vacation days to spare.
How To Save On Holiday Travel
Let’s talk about some ways you can save on holiday travel. Always check Southwest’s Fare Calendar for days with cheaper prices. If you’re traveling abroad, I love Scott’s Cheap Flights as well. Also…
1. Be Flexible With Your Travel Dates
The Sunday after a holiday weekend is always the most expensive day to travel. Make sure you remain flexible so that you can book the cheapest travel days, which are typically a few days earlier or later than the weekend.
The cheapest days to buy travel is typically a couple days before a holiday — except when those days happen to fall on any of the three weekend days. So that means buying on Tuesday through Thursday is typically your best bet.
Read about the best days to book a flight.
2. Pack One Bag Only
If you want to save money, always only take one travel bag with you. Most airlines charge between $30 to $40 for a carryon bag. That’s up to $80 coming and going.
For example, Delta Air Lines charges $40 for a second checked bag.
Even if you have to wear the same thing for a day, it’s worth it to save on baggage fees.
3. Look For Travel Bundles
If you need a rental car, you can save money if you bundle that purchase with your airfare. The same is true for hotels, although you typically won’t need one if you’re going home for the holidays.
Travel sites like Priceline and Orbitz has deals galore on trip bundles that include flights and hotel itineraries.
4. Plan For Cancellations
The holiday travel period is the most vulnerable time for airline cancellations. The sheer volume of passengers makes it almost inevitable that cancellations will happen.
What you can do is prepare by planning alternate travel plans, including a road trip.
Final Words
If you plan on traveling for the holidays this year, now is the time to book your ticket. Airfare is likely to increase in the weeks ahead as the airline industry tries to make grow profits for the holidays.
The main thing you need to remember is that airline travel has changed drastically since early in the pandemic. You will need to pack differently, including bringing plenty of masks and gloves.
You will also need to adjust your eating habits as many restaurants close their kitchens earlier or still have limited menus.
Whatever you do, try to have fun and be safe on your travels.
Once you get your passport, you should be ready for your trip. Make sure you have found the cheapest flights from Atlanta that are on sale. And don’t forget these travel hacks to save money and time.To Atlanta is one of the most convenient places to travel to and from. A large part of that is because Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is so accessible.
Not only is it the world’s busiest airport, but it’s state-of-the-art in every way. If you’re interesting in traveling around Atlanta via car or even on scooter, here’s what to know.
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The biggest movie this holiday season is The Color Purple, which was partially filmed in Atlanta.
The movie is a kinder, gentler remake that you can take the whole family to — but where an you watch The Color Purple?
Where Can I Watch The Color Purple?
As of now, you can watch The Color Purple at select movie theaters:
Where Is The Color Purple Streaming?
The Color Purple is not available for streaming yet. Its theatrical run began on Christmas Day in North America. In mid-January, the film will be released internationally.
After that, The Color Purple will stream in Max, which has a deal with Oprah Winfrey.
Differences in The Color Purple Remake Vs. Original
There are many differences between The Color Purple remake and the original.
The 1982 novel written by author Alice Walker delved into themes of racism, colorism and classicism tinged with sexuality and gender.
The movie still centers around Celie, a Black woman confined to a life of servitude in the early 20th century.
This time, there’s plenty of music and an overall celebration of love and intimate relationships.
Final Word
Because of the steady flow of movie and TV productions, Atlanta has been called the Hollywood of the South and it’s not just a label.. If you want to be an actor, the city has classes you can take as well as places that provide headshots and more. You can also audition at numerous casting calls to build your movie and TV reel.
Coming 2 America is just one of many films filmed in Atlanta. See our Movies Page for more.
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Free food is trending in the Atlanta area and we’re here for it. Restaurant chain Shake Shack is offering their customers a holiday treat that’s hard to beat: free chicken sandwiches.
The deal is active from now through Christmas Eve (Dec. 24, 2023).
Order online or through the Shake Shack app, and you get free fried chicken sandwiches, bacon cheese fries, and milkshakes for all orders over $10.
Eat Someplace Special In Atlanta
Memphis has its barbecue. New Orleans has its gumbo. Atlanta has its lemon pepper wings and much, much more. The largest city in Georgia’s food festivals and culinary events set the tone for the entire Southeast.
Only in Atlanta can the casual observer find specialty food shops, off-the-beaten-path restaurants, farmers’ markets and farm stands all at an affordable price point.
But Atlanta also has trendy restaurants, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks that continue to draw big crowds.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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There’s a very hot casting call going on right now in Atlanta. Extras are being hired for a grocery store commercial that will be filmed here in Atlanta.
Keep reading for all the casting details:
Grocery Store Commercial Casting
NOW CASTING PAID FEATURED MALE EXTRA, Ages 14 to 17 , African-American for a major chain grocery store commercial, in Atlanta, GA. We are casting for the following specific extras for this scene:
-OLDER BROTHER Filming: January 17, 2024 to January 19, 2024 with a fitting on January 16, 2024.
*** Race: African-American *** Age: 14 to 17 *** Rate: $400 per shoot day, $200 for 1 rehearsal day
*** Prelim Call Time: TBD ( please have full day availability) If available, please email the information below to: info@cabcastings.com w/Subject Line: OLDER BROTHER
PLEASE INCLUDE ALL INFO BELOW: – Name – Number – Age and Birthdate – Height – Weight – Sizes (Shirt, Pants, Jacket, etc.) -GA DOL # -Last 4 of Social –3 RECENT PICTURES (1 Head shot and 2 Full body)
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the latter part of the year and the foreseeable future.
Because of the steady flow of movie and TV productions, Atlanta has been called the Hollywood of the South and it’s not just a label.. If you want to be an actor, the city has classes you can take as well as places that provide headshots and more. You can also audition at numerous casting calls to build your movie and TV reel.
Coming 2 America is just one of many films filmed in Atlanta. See our Movies Page for more.
Are you interested in becoming an actorin Atlanta? You’re in the right place!
With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.
There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.
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One of the most elusive fares you can get in the airline industry is a bereavement fare.
Delta Air Lines and other carriers sell bereavement fares to fliers in need. Because this are usually last minute, they can be pricey.
A bereavement fare is a flight that is discounted because of the death or impending death of a loved one such as a relative.
How To Get A Bereavement Fare From Delta Air Lines
Delta’s bereavement policy is based on three requirements:
- The death or imminent death must be a member of your immediate family
- The flight is subject to availability
- You can’t book a bereavement fare online; you must call Delta
The price of a Delta bereavement fare will vary based on many factors, including date and time. The airline says that such fares offer “additional flexibility on the best published fare for your itinerary when last minute travel is required.”
How much of a discount are bereavement fares?
Bereavement fares can be as cheap as 50% off, but increasingly the discounts are much lower than that.
The price all depends on the flight availability. Many times, bereavement fares may not even be the cheapest flights. Sales on airfare may make for a more affordable option.
How to Book A Delta Bereavement Fare
Call Delta Reservations at 800-221-1212 to book a bereavement fare for domestic flights or 800-241-4141 for international flights.
As alluded to earlier, you can’t purchase bereavement fares on delta.com. You may get a cheaper flight, but that is not a guarantee. What is promised is that service fees will be waived.
Tips For Calling An Airline For A Bereavement Fare
When you call the airline, you want to make sure you take some steps to help you with your goal of getting an affordable flight.
- Be flexible
- Be kind
- Be honest
When you call the airline, you’ll want to remain calm and not break down over the phone, as you want to communicate as clearly as you can.
Ask the reservations agent if they have a nonstop flights, since you don’t want to get delayed due to connecting flights.
In the end, you want to make sure you get the help you need by being a partner in trying to get a bereavement fare.
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The Kemp Administration has made good on its promises to reward ordinary Georgians for their extraordinary acts.
Governor Brian Kemp recently announced $1,000 bonuses for all state employees. The money will go to state teachers and other state employees.
When Will Georgia State Employees Receive Their Bonus?
State employees are expected to receive their $1,000 bonus on their last paycheck of December 2023.
Most school teachers and administrators will get their bonus after January 1, 2024, according to state officials.
The “state employee retention pay supplement” of $1,000 is for each of the roughly 112,000 state employees and 196,000 educators and school support staff across the state.
Final Word
If you’re thinking about traveling abroad, make sure you get your passport, as soon as you can.
To save money, look for the cheapest flights from Atlanta that are on sale. To keep costs down, use these travel hacks to save money and time.
To Atlanta is one of the most convenient places to travel to and from. A large part of that is because Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is so accessible.
Not only is it the world’s busiest airport, but it’s state-of-the-art in every way. If you’re interested in traveling around Atlanta via car or even on scooter, here’s what to know.
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Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith came, he saw and concurred. Quarterback Desmond Ridder can’t deliver what the team needs over the remainder of the season.
Ridder has been benched by Smith, according to news reports. If you watch the Falcons, you know that this is the second time this season that the Falcons have chosen to sit their starting quarterback.
In his stead, Gwinnett football standout Taylor Heinicke will resume the starting role as signal caller. In three games for the Falcons this season, Heinicke has thrown for 498 yards, three touchdowns and one interception.
Confidence evidently waned after the Falcons’ 9-7 defeat to the hapless Carolina Panthers last week.
What Are Desmond Ridder’s Stats For the 2023 Season?
Ridder threw for 300 yards three times during the season, but was plagued by turnovers and bad decisions in clutch moments. Here are his 2023 stats:
GameGame CMP%Completions percentage YDSPassing yards TDPassing touchdowns INTInterceptions thrown RatingPasser rating Dec 17Dec 17@@Panthers 60.060.0 152 11 11 79.679.6 Dec 10Dec 10vsvsBuccaneers 65.065.0 347 11 11 90.390.3 Dec 3Dec 3@@Jets 44.444.4 121 11 00 70.170.1 Nov 26Nov 26vsvsSaints 61.961.9 168 11 22 63.363.3 Nov 12Nov 12@@Cardinals 66.766.7 39 00 00 84.784.7 Oct 29Oct 29@@Titans 66.766.7 71 00 00 82.382.3 Oct 22Oct 22@@Buccaneers 76.076.0 250 00 00 107.1107.1 Oct 15Oct 15vsvsCommanders 59.659.6 307 22 33 66.566.5 Oct 8Oct 8vsvsTexans 75.775.7 329 11 00 111.2111.2 Oct 1Oct 1@@Jaguars 61.361.3 191 11 22 62.762.7 Sep 24Sep 24@@Lions 55.355.3 201 00 00 70.270.2 Sep 17Sep 17vsvsPackers 59.459.4 237 11 11 79.879.8 Sep 10Sep 10vsvsPanthers 83.383.3 115 11 00 111.8111.8 Regular Season 63.363.3 2,528 1010 1010 82.2 The Flacons are 6-8 with three games to go on an easy schedule. They are fighting for a playoff spot despite their record due to the abysmal play in the NFC South.
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As America’s airlines get ready for the holidays, one way you can save on airfare is to get familiar with the Southwest Low Fare Calendar.
The Southwest Low Fare Calendar identifies some of the cheapest fares that you can find online.
This article is going to show you how to save money when booking airfare by using the Southwest Low Fare Calendar.
What Is The Low Care Calendar On Southwest?
Southwest Airlines is known for cheap fares, so it makes sense that they would have a low fare calendar on their website.
This tool shows you a month-by-month grid that identifies where the cheapest fares are.
To get the best results out of the low fare calendar, you can’t be set on a specific date. You’ll save more if you have flexible travel plans.
Here is a screenshot of the Southwest Low Care Calendar.
Photo credit: Southwest.com How To Use The Southwest Low Fare Calendar
To use the Southwest Low Fare Calendar, go to the page and follow these 6 steps:
- Fill in the Depart box
- Fill in the Depart Month
- Fill in the Arrive box
- Fill in the Arrive Month
- Fill in the number of passengers
- Click Search
Once you fill in your dates, you will see all the dates of the month and their fares.
For example, we put in Atlanta airfare to Los Angeles (LAX). This is what it showed:
From there, you just select the cheapest fare that works for your travel plans. Once your dates are selected, you have to choose between three class fares:
- Business Select
- Anytime
- Wanna Get Away
Once your class fare is selected, you have to select a time of the day.
Restrictions
There are some restrictions with Southwest fares that you need to know about. Here are some of the major ones.
- Until purchased, all fares are subject to change.
- The fares don’t apply to multiple persons (there may be only one flight left at a particular price).
- “Unavailable” indicates the corresponding fare is unavailable for the selected dates.
- “Sold Out” indicates that Southwest has no more seats in the particular fare type.
- “Invalid w/ Depart or Return Dates” indicates that Southwest can’t return a valid itinerary option(s) with the search criteria submitted.
Sign Up For Southwest Rapid Rewards
One way to save on a flight is to take advantage of Southwest’s Rapid Rewards program.
With Rapid Rewards, you earn 2 points per $1 spent on Southwest and 1 point per $1 on all other purchases.
To maximize your savings, you may opt to buy your fare with cash rather than use your Rapid Rewards points
Are Southwest Fares Cheaper On Tuesdays?
The best date and time to buy a Southwest flight varies, but according to FareCompare.com, it is generally believed that Tuesday at 3 p.m. is the sweet spot.But there’s more to finding the cheapest fare than selecting the right date and time. Make sure you purchase when sales are ongoing.Final Thoughts
Cheap fares can be found online, and Southwest is a great place to start.
The airline’s Low Fare Calendar is the type of basic tool that should be a starting point for a price-conscious traveler.
Once you get your passport, you should be ready for your trip. Make sure you have found the cheapest flights from Atlanta that are on sale.To Atlanta is one of the most convenient places to travel to and from. A large part of that is because Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is so accessible.
Not only is it the world’s busiest airport, but it’s state-of-the-art in every way. If you’re interesting in traveling around Atlanta via car or even on scooter, here’s what to know.
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Atlanta has had some milestone moments through its illustrious past. But why doesn’t it have any state holidays?
Atlanta is a pivotal place with a rich history defining the Southeast. So it would stand to reason that there are some dates that should be lauded for their significance.
5 Pivotal Dates In Atlanta History
And no, Union General Tec Sherman’s March to the Sea doesn’t qualify as a notable date in Atlanta’s past. The simple fact is that Sherman’s campaign took place over several weeks and can’t be confined to a single “date.”
Truth be told, maybe these dates should be Atlanta holidays given their importance in the city’s history. Which dates are we talking about? These…
Most Important Dates in Atlanta History
Rank Event Date 1 The Great Atlanta Fire destroyed 1,938 buildings & made 10,000 people homeless May 21, 1917 2 Atlanta hosts premiere of “Gone with the Wind” December 15, 1939 3 International Olympic Committee awards Atlanta the 1996 Olympics September 18, 1990 4 Civil rights sit-in at the lunch counters October 19, 1960 5 Construction begins on MARTA rial system June 30, 1979 Atlanta has a lot of inspirational people and AtlantaFi.com is going to introduce you to many of them as well as cool places to go, great restaurants and other ATL happenings.
Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
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Spending as little as you can on travel is a must for the budget-conscious traveler, so travel hacks are a necessity.
One of the most infamous travel hacks is the practice of skiplagging, also known as hidden city ticketing.
What Is Skiplagging?
Skiplagging is when you buy an affordable ticket that includes one or more stops with the intention of getting off the plane during one of those times.
Some people have said that they’ve saved as much as 75% on airfare by Skiplagging, so it’s definitely something you should looking into.
Is Skiplagging Illegal?
Skiplagging is not against the law, but it is not looked upon favorably by airlines.
Skiplagging is frowned upon by the airline industry because they end up with vacant seats while in flight.
The practice also throws off the aircraft’s capacity log. But the main reason why airlines don’t like it is because it runs afoul of many airlines’ carriage rules.
Carriage rules dictate the policies of airlines when it comes to who they can and can’t carry aboard their aircraft.
If you choose to do Skiplagging, here are some tips:
Always carry a carry-on bag only: Skiplagging doesn’t work if you check your bags because they will he brought to the final destination.
Last Words
If Skiplagging is something you want to do to save money, know that different airlines handle it differently.
Some may try to ban you if they find out about Skiplagging. Others have been known to even try to bill you for the empty seat.
That’s why you should use Skiplagging rarely, if ever.
Once you get your passport, you should be ready for your trip. Make sure you have found the cheapest flights from Atlanta that are on sale.
To Atlanta is one of the most convenient places to travel to and from. A large part of that is because Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is so accessible.
Not only is it the world’s busiest airport, but it’s state-of-the-art in every way. If you’re interesting in traveling around Atlanta via car or even on scooter, here’s what to know.
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