Are you aware of the new airlines fees and hotel extra charges. Be an informed traveler to avoid some or reduce the amount of extra fees you will pay when you travel. Watching Boomer and Senior travel TV video WebTV podcast helps travelers and tourists prevent panic and fear when flying or getting a bill laced with fees and charges. Don’t ignore this warning. I witnessed a senior couple checking into an airline only to find they didn’t know all the new rules. They paid $400 in extra fees. They were so distressed. I wished that they had been a subscriber to Boomer and Senior Travel TV.

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There are specific problems for boomer and senior travelers. This episode solves some of the most common problems boomers and seniors face. With these hints and tips those travel problems can be avoided. Debbie introduces you to a government travel website that is your golden ticket to current official travel information for the destinations and countries that you have on your bucket list . She also introduces the upcoming series of episodes on what you need to know before buying a second home or vacation home. Watch this video web TV series hosted by Debbie Gerber is the new popular travel show for the boomer travel and senior vacationing crowd.

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See what happens when you don’t obey the warning signs. Monkeys steal hats and bite people at Gibraltar. Travel Warning signs are there for tourists and travelers because bad things do happen when signs are not complied with. Boomer & Senior Travel TV Show is all about helping you have the best vacation possible.

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Before you book a hotel or resort be sure that you know what the price quote includes. You want to know the total that your stay will cost before making a decision on which property to book for your vacation. Extra fees and charges can make one hotel cost substantially more than another. Sometimes you can’t tell by just the basic quote given.  Here are some questions you will want the answer to before booking your hotel or resort.

What Amenities does it include? Amenities can be anything from a microwave, coffee maker, hair blower, refrigerator, air conditioning, spa, exercise facility, breakfast, shuttle service, or swimming pool just to name a few.

 Does it include all taxes? Local, State, Government, Tax Recovery Charge

Does it include resort fees? Resort fees and hotel service fees are mandatory at many hotels even if you do not use any of the amenities. These are often charged at the hotel or resort and cannot be prepaid and are not listed as a cost on the hotel room quote. You have to ask the travel agent or check with the hotel directly to be sure if these will be added to your bill later.

What is the number of people included in the rate? Most times the quoted price is for only two guests and they charge an additional fee for each additional guest with a cap on the total number allowed per room.

Other fees to watch for are – booking fee, transactions fee, processing service fee, facilitation fee, extra person fee, extra bed fee, parking fee, energy surcharge, telephone fees, internet fee, room service, mini-bar use, In room safe, movies and games, gratuities, shuttle fee, bellman, concierges, use of amenities such as workout facilities or the spa, housekeeping charge, air conditioning or heating fee, short stay fee, snack bar, business center, over time stay, breakfast, snacks, etc.

What are the change and cancellation charges? Most hotels have a specific time that you must cancel before or you will be charged a minimum of one night and even up to the full reservation time depending on their policy. You may also be charged for changing your reservation in any way. This is something that you should know before booking.

Extra fees, charges and taxes can be hidden and can add up to a substantial amount. It is important to be informed as to the total amount so that you don’t get a rude, financial slap in the face when you see the total charged to your bill by the end of your stay. Knowledge is power and you want the power to be in your hands.