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If you haven't booked your holiday travel yet, you may be behind.

Angie's List, which rates and reviews various services, says this is going to be one of the most EXPENSIVE travel seasons ever. And who needs that?

The folks at Angie's List sent over a press release with these tips:

Book now or wait? It’s always a gamble. Book early for holiday travel, especially to areas where airlines have cut back on flights. Book too soon and your airline could decide to drop your route or cut its flight schedule between the time you book and the time you fly. Know your options if your airline drops your flight - carriers have various policies on what they will do. Consider travel insurance to cover this scenario; some will let you cancel for any reason, but check the coverage carefully – you can’t get insurance for tickets on an airline that is in bankruptcy.

Be flexible and shift travel dates: You can save during peak holiday periods if you’re willing to start your trip a day or two before the rush and stay a bit longer.
Check alternative airports: For example, if you plan to visit San Francisco, you might save by flying into San Jose or Oakland.

Consider connecting flights: Although non-stop is less stressful and reduces changes of being bumped or losing luggage, it can cost hundreds more than taking a one-stop flight.

Pack light: Nearly all airlines now charge a fee to check a second bag. Packing lighter and smarter will help minimize those luggage fees. Plan ahead and ship your holiday gifts this year so you don’t have to pack them.

Plan ahead: Times are tight and it costs more now for snacks. Those $2 candy bars and $6 snack boxes can really add up. Bring your own.

Bundle and save: Think about packaging your airline tickets with reservations for a hotel and/or rental car.

Hire help: Enlist the help of a travel agent, who might be able to find special deals to which you otherwise wouldn’t have access. If something goes wrong, you have someone there to help you straighten things out. The general rule is that the more complicated or expensive the itinerary, the better it is to book through an agent.