For most travel agencies it's very time consuming, and they don't make a lot of commission from booking airfare on Internet for their clients. Many travel counselors get so backlogged that a lot of times they will put your search on hold,and with hot prices online selling out so quickly, In most cases it's too late to get deals you want by time they get back to you that day.

Another advantage is when you complete your reservation over Internet, you will receive your departure information, destination details, and all your required flight terms instantly emailed to you. When you complete purchase of your tickets online, because it's all electronically processed, you don't have to worry about leaving your house to fight traffic to pick up physical paper tickets. Now you might say that your agency provides this service as well, and your right they do, but normally for a fee that ranges between $35 - $70 dollars for each booking!

Some reputable companies that offer discount airfare are Orbitz and Expedia! They're known to be largest suppliers of airline destinations in domestic and worldwide flights. With sheer volume they offer, you will easily find great airline discount prices, and a wide variety of excellent itineraries.

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Obviously these parks have enough activities to keep children occupied for sometime and another major advantage is they are very good value in terms of pricing. Most of parks have promotions running throughout year and travel companies such as short break specialist http://www.superbreak.com have a large selection of accommodation plus tickets packages that are ideal for family breaks.

Another great day out that can be turned into a short break holiday is visiting famous “West End” in London and catching a matinee performance of one of many famous shows that are on offer. Mirroring situation with UK theme parks many Britons simply don’t realise quality and choice of shows available in London’s west end. However, 2005 season has certainly seen an increase in awareness with many ‘locals’ realising what tourists have known for years – that quality of west end productions is amongst best in world.

While evening shows are not ideal for families with often late finishing times, matinee performances are available on many shows – including award winning Billy Elliot. Perhaps no other show has contributed to hype surrounding this years season more than film turned musical production of Billy Elliot. The original story captured hearts and minds of British public when movie was released and received world wide acclaim with 3 Oscar and 13 Bafta award nominations.

Other shows suitable for kids that are running at present include Disney’s magical musical, The Lion King and timeless classic Mary Poppins. Most West End matinees are at 3 p.m., but a 2:30 p.m. start is not unknown – just make sure to check times to avoid disappointment.

Overall, it is important for parents not to panic! There are a number of cost effective and fun ways for them to keep their children entertained during long summer break and you just never know, stranger things have happened...they might even have fun themselves!