Kansas City → New Delhi $634 RT

Tombs, temples and the Taj Mahal. Take a trip to the 7th largest country in the world for only $634 roundtrip. Right now, we're seeing these flights from Kansas City to New Delhi, India at the end of September. The first flight is from KC to LA on Spirit Airlines for $144 RT. The second flight is from LA to New Delhi on China Eastern for $493 RT. 

See flight itinerary below: 

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78 Hour Summer Sale

PC: Air New Zealand

You don't want to miss Air New Zealand's 78 hour summer sale going on right now! Save up to $500 on flights to Australia, New Zealand and the Cook Islands. Currently, our favorite fare is from LAX to the Cook Islands (Rarotonga). Normally a roundtrip flight to the Cook Islands would cost $1,500. However, due to this sale, we have found multiple flights for as low as $552 roundtrip. See sample flight itinerary below:

The Cook Islands are in French Polynesia, which is also where Bora Bora and Tahiti are located. Sale ends on Thursday, July 13, 2017 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time.

These flights are selling out quick! Book below or visit airnewzealand.com

Oak + Odyssey vs. Expedia

#CheapTravelChallenge

It’s time for another #cheaptravelchallenge! The purpose of this challenge is to show you how travel 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 St. Louis to Bali in September 2017.

The Competition: Expedia

The Results: The Expedia search found me a $1,521 round-trip ticket from STL to Bali. Using Oak + Odyssey I found a round-trip ticket from STL to Bali for $893. 
By using Oak + Odyssey, you would save a total of $628. That's a months' worth of rent (depending on where you live),  185 Taco Bell crunch wrap supremes, or a flight to Europe and back.

*Side note: Expedia is a great tool to use, however, this challenge is meant to show you that there are many workarounds and customizations that aren't picked up by search engines like Expedia. 

See the two flight itinerary comparisons below and be sure to book your next trip with Oak + Odyssey.

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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.

Google Flights - $910

Miles Travel - KC to Orlando $124

Miles Travel - Orlando to London $445

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Kansas City → Morocco $807 RT

If you've ever dreamed of riding a camel through the Sahara Desert, now is your chance. Fly from Kansas City, MO to Casablanca, Morocco for $807 roundtrip. Right now, we're seeing these flight prices in October on Air Canada. Air Canada is a highly rated, full-service carrier. These flights also include a 24 hour stopover in Montreal, Canada. 

Colorful alleyways, miles of desert, Moroccan cuisine and salty beaches await. 

See flight itinerary below: 

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St. Louis → Tel Aviv $595 RT

Fly from St. Louis, MO to Tel Aviv, Israel for $595 roundtrip. Right now, we're seeing these flights in February 2018 on American Airlines. Tel Aviv is located on Israel's Mediterranean coast and is considered one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Here you will find no shortage of museums, sun-kissed beaches and chic cafes. Tel Aviv is also home to one of the best-preserved collections of Bauhaus and International style architecture, called the White City. From Tel Aviv, you can visit incredibly historic places like Jerusalem, the Dead Sea and Galilee. 

See flight itinerary below: 

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Atlanta → Lima, Peru $370

The Amazon rainforest, ancient ruins, Machu Picchu and more.

Fly from Atlanta, GA to Lima, Peru for $370 roundtrip. Right now, we're seeing these flights in May on Spirit Airlines. Take a step back in time and experience the most ancient city in America. Visit the Sacred Valley filled with fertile farmland and Spanish colonial villages. Hike to Machu Picchu to see the heart of the Incan Empire.  

See flight itinerary below: 

*Spirit is a budget airline, which means nothing is included except a small personal item. However, you can easily add a bag for an additional cost. 

San Francisco → Thailand $440 Roundtrip

Elephants, beaches, boat-filled rivers and more.

Fly from San Francisco, California to Bangkok, Thailand for $440 roundtrip. Right now, we're seeing these prices for flights in November on China Southern.

Thailand is an extraordinary country filled with adventure and extreme wanderlust. It is also very cheap, which means you can eat, drink and explore without breaking the bank. Shop the city of Bangkok and try the local food. Then hop on a $58 flight to Phuket, a mountainous island in the Andaman sea.

See flight price and itinerary below: 

$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

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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.

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LA → Sydney, Australia $746 Roundtrip

Sydney, Australia (Photo by: Finch Sprouse)

Air New Zealand is having an unbelievable sale, but book soon because it's almost over! We're seeing flights from LA to Sydney and Melbourne with a stopover in New Zealand for as low as $746 roundtrip. These flights normally cost around $1,500 roundtrip. Don't wait - this sale ends in 4 hours!

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Melbourne, Australia (Photo by: Finch Sprouse)

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Ft. Lauderdale → Bahamas $59

Don't miss out on this great deal: One-way flights to the Bahamas for as low as $59 on Southwest airlines. Many dates are available from now through September. Be sure to book soon before the sale ends. *Check out featured places in the Bahamas here. 

Miami → Aruba $192

Fly from Miami to Aruba with a 20 hour layover in Charlotte for $192 round trip. While in Charlotte, take an Uber to Freedom Park for a refreshing escape before heading to City Lights Rooftop - a lively urban rooftop bar that features signature summertime cocktails, upbeat lounge music and a breathtaking 360* view of Charlotte's skyline. After a full night's rest, you are ready to continue to your final destination. When you arrive, grab a cocktail and soak in the sun on Aruba's famous white sand beaches. Spend the day exploring at Arikok National Park and the evening watching the sunset while doing some SUP yoga. A must see is Flamingo Beach where you can hang with actual pink flamingos.   
Depart May 12th - Return May 21st on American Airlines for $192 roundtrip.