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[@briantravelman]

Even better, book a flight with a really short layover. Flights rarely depart on the clock, so you're almost guaranteed to miss your connection due to a late arrival, and then the airline will put you on another flight and possibly even put you in a hotel. We visited Copenhagen, Lima and Mexico City this way.

[@TripAstute]

Very interesting strategy. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@mc4mana]

Risky... but neat trick

[@shannanderson2636]

This is funny but smart

[@Afrodite-ku5mg]

Very helpful . This was one of the best videos here in KZbin. Please do more !

[@TripAstute]

Thank you! I appreciate the feedback. 😊

[@svetahuard]

Thank you for opening my eyes to new opportunities for me, Earnest! Awesome video! Original content! I have not come across this tip before...

[@TripAstute]

Thanks Sveta! Glad the video was helpful. 😊

[@AnaPaula-ig5uf]

Great tips. thank you! I had a layover with turkish airlines and they had hotel included. It was awesome to see Istambul for free.!

[@wandervingjews7520]

I know this video is several years old (and pre-COVID), but I just came across it. We discovered the advantage of 8-10 hour layovers with our kids several years bath and love it! We get to explore all the top sites without having to unpack. About 20’years ago I flew to Australia from LAX on Air New Zealand and they allowed a stopover in New Zealand for as long as you wanted for no additional fee. I loved my week on the North Island.

[@TripAstute]

Wow, stopping over in New Zealand must have been incredible. Thanks for sharing! 😎

[@kaliimc]

I was able to book flights from Oahu thru Narita to Bangkok for a 12 hour layover and continue on to my working location of Senawang, Malaysia via Kuala Lumpur. The return trip to Hawaii this weekend also stops in BKK for 12 hours. The nice thing about this is my checked luggage is checked all the way to the final destination so there is no need to wait at baggage claim in BKK. Also, in using my Official passport I can sail thru their passport control area. Thanks for the video tips!

[@TripAstute]

Wow, that's amazing. Well done! I'm jealous that you're traveling to both Tokyo and Bangkok ... I love both of those cities! 😊

[@yelchuruvenkatachytanya1921]

Did you book same company airlines to get the lagguage all over to final destination? Please reply as soon as possible I am going to Copenhagen i want use layover and explore paris and final destination is Copenhagen i have Schengen visa Please give your suggestion about lagguage and other things

[@kaliimc]

I was scheduled on two different airlines that changed at BKK, I asked to ensure my baggage could stay as checked baggage and that it would be transferred to the next airline. Once confirmed I enjoyed my time. Recommend verifying with the airline prior to making reservations and make sure the check in agents are following through.

[@yelchuruvenkatachytanya1921]

Did you book multi city flight or normal one?

[@kaliimc]

Hmmm, I added the flights manually via flight number. That is all I can rember of that particular trip.

[@williamsjc12]

Areoflot! Nice! We flew Areoflot here in Russia. Very nice airline! Great video as well!

[@TripAstute]

Thanks JC! 😊

[@yurishalak4946]

words Aeroflot and nice do not belong in the same sentence

[@stevenroshni1228]

I went from New York to Johannesburg. Since both US to Europe and Europe to SA tend to be overnight ones, this got me 17 hours in Madrid which I really enjoyed. They didn't check my checked bag at JFK onto SA (they said the layover was too long) but upon arrival in the morning I was able to check my checked bag to SA and used the daytime airport storage for my hand luggage. They had an airport lounge for about 30 euros that I used to shower after the heat and eat dinner. The number of showers was limited, so figure in extra time if that's important. Riding the trains was a good break from the heat and since I love exploring transportation was a good use of 2-5 pm when many places close. Europe to US flights tend to be in the mornings so I was able to get home without much delay.

[@TripAstute]

Wow, that sounds like an awesome trip (and planning). Well done! Thanks for sharing your experience too. Really cool that you were able to take advantage of the airport storage. 😎

[@pearlintheoyster]

I ♥️ it. U speak my way of explanation slow calm n understanding u in a lay person learning this method Ty i appreciate it n going to put this vid in one of my youtube folders for future reference on stop-overs Again ty for truly taking the time to make me (viewer) understand this option 😊

[@TripAstute]

Thanks! Glad the video was helpful. We appreciate the kind words and support! 😊

[@jackietells8582]

Yes so useful so i subscribed!

[@TripAstute]

Thanks! I appreciate the support. 😊

[@briangonsalez2173]

Thank you Ernest! Great tips!

[@TripAstute]

Thanks Brian. Glad the video was helpful! 😊

[@JosePerez...]

Than k you for sharing these tips Ernest ! Your amazing always providing great content ! Jose P.

[@TripAstute]

Thanks Jose! We really appreciate all your support. Hope you have a great weekend! 😎

[@JosePerez...]

Trip Astute Hi Ernest thank you wishing you a find safe weekend too 🙏🏽😉

[@devinlouverture2798]

Awesome video!

[@TripAstute]

Thanks! 😊

[@anthonyrodriguez7552]

I love this channel !!

[@TripAstute]

Thanks Anthony! We appreciate the support. 😊

[@MattNav]

First time I booked a stopover award trip was a couple years ago when redeeming Alaska airlines miles for an American airlines coach ticket (I know, it's not the best use but I was still learning at the time 😂 ). Alaska miles are some of the most generous when it comes to stopovers since I was able to redeem just 20,000 miles (at the time, the cost has since increased) from Honolulu Hawaii to London via Los Angeles LAX. As Alaska miles allow for virtually unlimited duration on the stopover, I created a 2 week gap between my flight from HNL to LAX and then from LAX to LHR. Final tax cost : just $23.70 Win win situation with Alaska 😎

[@TripAstute]

Wow, that's amazing! A 2-week stopover is incredible. Well done! 👍

[@MattNav]

@@TripAstute do you collect Alaska miles Ernest ?

[@TripAstute]

Not at the moment, but I am definitely considering it. The Alaska credit card has some great benefits, so it's one that I am looking to get after our Southwest Companion Pass expires this year. 😊

[@MattNav]

@@TripAstute you can always transfer Marriott Bonvoy points to Alaska 🙂 I just redeemed my Alaska miles for an award ticket on Qantas from JFK to Melbourne Australia via Los Angeles, then take an 18 day stopover and open jaw, and finally fly Brisbane to Perth. All that for 55,000 Alaska miles and $49.10 in taxes and fees. Full cash fare is around $12,000 to $14,000

[@Ron-qe4ul]

Great vid and good info as always. Another good option during a stopover if you're not getting a hotel is recharging yourself in a lounge. Some priority pass lounges at major international airports have showers and some are open 24 hours

[@TripAstute]

Great tip! Thanks for sharing. The airport lounges are definitely a good place to refresh and recharge. 👍

[@davishlamburnt3734]

Thanks for the video. I had no clue this existed. I might see if I can do this in Mexico.

[@TripAstute]

Awesome. Glad the video was helpful. You'll have to let us know if you manage to book an extended stopover in Mexico. 👍

[@davishlamburnt3734]

I'll see what I can do.

[@1drummer172]

I recently took advantage of Amtrak baggage storage, while making strategic extended stopovers at several cities between Miami and Charleston. This provided an opportunity to conveniently tour historic locations along the way. Also, many years ago, whenever I had extended stopovers at LAX, I’d used the storage lockers that were located in the international terminal; sounds like they’ve now been removed.😢

[@TripAstute]

Yeah, I noticed that storage lockers seem to be less common nowadays. I guess it’s a security risk for many places, but I do wish there was a good alternative solution.

[@its_dianafeng]

thanks this is so useful, , planning a stop over in london befroe Iceland!!

[@TripAstute]

Awesome! Glad the video was helpful. 😊

[@TheKCyrstal]

Did you enjoy the london experience?

[@its_dianafeng]

@@TheKCyrstal it was awsome wish i can travel again soon!

[@amirlanbaltabayev8177]

Wow, sow valueble!

[@TripAstute]

Awesome. Glad the video was helpful! 😊

[@Viet959]

Good video, subscribed

[@TripAstute]

Thanks for checking out our video and channel! 😊

[@chasingadeline]

Earnest that is an awesome video!!! Good tips I need to check out air wander to see if they have some cool stopovers on the way to New Zealand!! I did a stopover with air New Zealand 🇳🇿 at Cook Islands 🇨🇰 on my way to New Zealand back in 2015...

[@TripAstute]

Thanks! The Cook Islands sounds like an awesome stopover. 😎

[@ketkijoshi8477]

@trip astute the air wander website is down it seems. Unable to view/book flights there

[@TripAstute]

Interesting. I just checked their website as well, and you're right. It looks like they are relaunching the service later this year. 😐

[@mrriceandshine]

Do you think you can do a video with this 23:59 and transfer partners with chase. I was having a hard time figuring it out how to do it with my pointed

[@TripAstute]

Yeah, I'm going to try to record the next time I book a multi-city trip with long stopovers using points. I have a feeling that I'll need to call either Chase or the airlines to use them. It's definitely a much more complicated process since the flight search portals are not optimized for long stopovers (with the exception of Air Wander).

[@mrriceandshine]

Thank you so much. Im subscribed . I'll be waiting. I know how complicated it gets

[@ceuser3555]

I wonder if these tips are still applicable in this time of the pandemic.

[@TripAstute]

Yeah, the pandemic has definitely complicated things! 🙁

[@cherrhitsrve8966]

Hi good evening I want asked if your in a stop over in a country & want to explore the city in few hours, if u want to come out in the airport... 1.where u need to go? A help desk? 2. Do u need to pay something?

[@TripAstute]

You should be able to walk out of the airport (via Customs and Immigration) and reenter for your next flight without having to tell anyone or pay a fee (in most countries). Though you'll want to research any visa requirements. Some countries will require a visa to leave the airport (or sometimes a "transit visa") so I would research it in advance. Also, it can be a challenge if you only have a few hours and are not familiar with the city. For example, I wouldn't recommend that people passing through LA leave the airport unless they have at least 4 hours since the traffic is horrendous getting to and from the airport. 😬

[@xylliiiking]

Thanks trip

[@TripAstute]

Thanks Bryan! 😊

[@atikwarsi4819]

strong passports get benefits for this stop over flight, passport holders like India need visa to stop over city. Once i was flying from German city to Dubai via Bulgaria. They have not allowed me to board on flight as i required visa

[@TripAstute]

Good to know. Thanks for your sharing your experience. 👍

[@CraftyComeLately]

so how do we get info on which airports have luggage storage and how much time we should allow to be back at airport. we just went through amsterdam and we're told there are lockers on 1st floor but we're told by klm TM staff that there are no lockers...so we spent 8 hours watching world Cup at the airport :(

[@TripAstute]

I would just do a search on the airport website or check the TripAdvisor and FlyerTalk forums to see if there are lockers. It's good to hear from other's experiences as well in case there are other hidden ways to hold luggage (e.g., I've heard of some airport hotels offering the service for a small fee). In terms of timing, that's a bit more complicated. I usually give myself 3 hours for international flights to be safe. Depending on the location, that it may or may not be wise to leave the airport if you can't get transportation back. Though with ride-sharing services, it makes it a lot easier to get back to the airport at many destinations! 😊

[@hectorhuerta3331]

Hello Crafty. I go directly to the airport's website where you will find such information. I have done so in many airports. Alternatively, ask a travel agent, or contact the airport/airline staff. Happy travels!

[@DJ_Josh_AU]

Guys I need some help! I am planning on doing a trip to Japan but I have a very good mate who lives in Brisbane. Would it be possible that my flight could stop over/layover in Brisbane so I can hang out with him?

[@TripAstute]

It's definitely possible. Depending on where you're flying from and the airline you use, it's possible to make a quick stop in Australia. Though if you're planning to do it during the pandemic, it might be more complicated.

[@yelchuruvenkatachytanya1921]

can i book same company airlines to get the lagguage all over to final destination if my stopover is 23 hours? I am going to Copenhagen i want use layover and explore paris and final destination is Copenhagen i have Schengen visa Please give your suggestion about lagguage and other things. . . Please reply as soon as possible

[@Nickolbees]

Thank you for the great information. Inquiring minds would like to know why you do a hard look to camera right while you are talking. I noticed it, and always wondered why. Anyhow, thank you again for the great info. I can always count on your content to be amazing.

[@TripAstute]

Thanks! Glad you're enjoying the videos. I think it's because there's always some crazy activity outside of our window that completely distracts me. It's either birds, planes, or just come crazy neighbors. My computer monitor is also on that side, so it will often show a notification or just flicker on during filmings. I'll have to be careful when recording future videos. 😉

[@Nickolbees]

Trip Astute ahhh that makes since. Thank you very much for the insight. Keep up the great work.

[@awa4762]

How can we contact you privately?

[@turkrene]

Why is there Yugoslavia in 0:49? 😂😂😂

[@TripAstute]

😂

[@Tigers529]

Why do you have to put your luggage in a locker if it’s under 24 hours surely it’s check straight through

[@charliemolie]

nice tips, but like you said can be tiring.

[@TripAstute]

Yeah, for sure! But the Air Wander tool is pretty awesome. I was impressed by how easy it makes it to search and book long stopover flights. 🤓

[@connie1070]

With Air Wander being offline till ???, is there any other recommendations to locate flights with stopovers? I’m flying from Japan back to USA but interested in stopovers in Manila to visit old Navy friends.

[@DavidLopes-fq1yk]

You’re so cute. Great video!

[@TripAstute]

Thanks! 👍

[@a4yster]

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