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Oak + Odyssey vs. Google Flights
#CheapTravelChallenge
I get a lot of questions on how Oak + Odyssey is different than someone just going onto Kayak or Travelocity and searching for a flight. I decided this would be a great way to show y’all how we differ and how you can save even more money by using Oak + Odyssey.
Tavel search engines don’t always find the cheapest route. They definitely do a great job if you have zero flexibility in your travel plans. But if you’re willing to budge on dates a bit or fly into a different airport, then the customization that Oak + Odyssey provides is the way to go :) Let’s get started!
The Challenge: Find the cheapest flights from Kansas City to London in 2017.
The Competition: Google Flights
The Results: Using Google Flights, the cheapest round-trip tickets I could find were in November for $910. Using Oak + Odyssey, the cheapest tickets we were able to find were in September for $569. *Drumroll please* By using Oak + Odyssey, you would save a total of $341. That's 341 small fries at McDonalds, a three year subscription to Netflix or your next weekend getaway.
*Side note: Google Flights is an amazing tool that I use all the time, however, this challenge is meant to show you that there are many workarounds and customizations that aren't picked up by search engines like Google Flights.
See the two flight itinerary comparisons below and be sure to book your next trip with Oak + Odyssey.
Flights to Amsterdam Starting at $547 Roundtrip
Fly from Kansas City, MO to Amsterdam, Netherlands in October, on Delta Airlines for $547 roundtrip. Delta is a full-service carrier, which means you will not pay extra for bags or in-flight meals. Enjoy 200 paintings by Vincent van Gogh at the Van Gogh museum before heading off to see one of the world's largest flower gardens, Keukenhof Gardens. Cruise through the streets of Amsterdam on a bicycle and be sure to stop for the perfect photo opp on one of the 1,500 bridges overlooking the canals.
See flight itinerary below:
Happy Traveling
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Flights to Europe Starting at $350
Several deals are popping up on full-service carriers from the United States to Europe. We're seeing these flights in the fall with the price being anywhere from $350 to $400. Fly from Miami, New York, LA, and Boston. Arrive in Luxembourg, Berlin, Zurich, Barcelona and more.
See flight itineraries below:
LA to Luxembourg City $383 Roundtrip
Miami to Zurich $355 Roundtrip
New York to Paris $369 Roundtrip
Boston to Barcelona $361 Roundtrip
Happy Traveling
$109 Summer Bargain to Bergen
Bergen, Norway
Photo Credit: Azamara Club Cruises
Fly to Norway in July for $109 one-way or $330 roundtrip on Norwegian Air. Bergen, Norway is surrounded by mountains and fjords, including the longest the fjord in the country - Sognefjord. This city is the second largest in Norway, but keeps a small town charm with it's colorful wooden houses and laid-back culture.
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Around the World for $1,065
India, Europe, the Philippines & more. Experience a trip that takes you completely around the world for only $1,065.
Your journey begins here:
April 18
> LA to Manila $363 via EVA Air
April 23
> Manila to Kochi, India $111 (5608 PHP) via AirAsia
April 26
> Kochi to Mumbai, India $40 (2625 INR) via Jet Airways
April 27
> Mumbai to Munich, Germany $279 (18395 INR) via Oman Air
April 29
> Munich to Alicante, Spain $52 (49 Euros) via Transavia
May 2
> Alicante to London, England $20 (19 Euros) via Monarch Airlines
May 5
> London to Los Angeles, CA $200 via Norwegian Air
Grand Total = $1,065
Happy Traveling
Denver → Paris $436 Roundtrip
Colorful macarons, world-renowned cuisine and high fashion.
Imagine yourself sipping café crème while reading a romance novel next to the Eiffel Tower. This could be you next month for only $436. We're seeing flights from Denver to Paris for as low as $436 on Delta Airlines. See a sample flight itinerary below:
While you're there, take a $63 day trip to Brussels, Belgium via train, and indulge on a variety of delicious waffles.
Happy Traveling
3 countries, 48 hours, 112 dollars
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