If you are a student or senior or have a family, there are plenty of special deals just for you. Visit the specialty sections on our website, or consider these options:
Students and youths:
- Search for specific deals in SmarterTravel.com's Student section
- Many student deals are available to persons under age 26, and do not require you to be a currently enrolled student to receive the special discount
- Look for deals with special student travel agencies such as StudentUniverse.com, STA Travel, and Travel Cuts
- Check for ongoing airline promotions for students, such as discounts, special fares, and travel vouchers or special coupon booklets
- If your travel plans are flexible, consider air passes offered by specific airlines that allow students to travel to multiple destinations, or at the last minute, on a space-available basis
- Look into courier flights, which allow discounted travel in exchange for giving up your checked baggage allowance
Seniors:
- Search for specific deals in SmarterTravel's Senior section
- Check for ongoing airline promotions for seniors, such as discounts, special fares, and travel vouchers or special coupon booklets
- Check if your airline has a special discount for AARP members
- Ask about companion fares, where seniors can bring along a friend or family member at the senior rate
Families:
- Search for specific deals in SmarterTravel's Family section
- Check for ongoing airline promotions for families such as discounts and special fares for kids. Remember that children under two years old often can travel for less or even for free when sitting on a parent's lap.
