Destination: Destiny

What does being a single woman who makes her own decisions, without having to ask anyone else, have to do with your next vacation? Everything!

But why is it when single women (http://www NULL.singlemindedwomen NULL.com) need something most, the thought of having it (even though it’s within our power) eludes us? Even our most basic desires begin with a simple want of something we don’t have.

How do you go from wishing for a much needed getaway to making it happen? It’s easy as picking up the phone.

Destination: Destiny

When considering your dream trip, cost should never be a deterrent. Any destination is attainable with the proper amount of planning and compromise.

1. If you can’t afford a 5-star hotel, consider a 3 or 4-star property.
2. Not all vacations have to last a week. Long weekends and four-night stays will save you money and still allow you to get away now.
3. Choose a garden view room over an ocean view.
4. Airline miles can save you a bundle. When airfare is free, this only leaves the expense of lodging and food. A free ticket to Hawaii from Los Angeles, for example, can save from $650 to $900, depending on the season.

Time to Travel

Single women looking for a bargain should also weigh the pros and cons of off-season travel (http://www NULL.singlemindedwomen NULL.com/escapes).

Ever consider Europe in the winter? Airfares are at their lowest, and often rock bottom prices. So what if you dress in layers?

Let me share one of my experiences: It was November, and the opportunity presented itself (at a great price) to go to Russia. The temperature was a mind-boggling 30 degrees below zero. But, if I hadn’t seized the chance I may never have gotten there. When opportunity knocks, should I care if I need a winter coat?

When making any decision, what’s served me best thus far is creating opportunity. “No” is never an option.

Remember: As long as we have options, we have the world at our fingertips.

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Jody Yetti, a single woman business owner and seasoned traveler, has been in the travel industry for more than 20 years. She owns Jody’s Travel Inc., a full-service travel agency for single women and other savvy travelers, located in Moriches, NY. Jody can be reached at 631-281-3636 or www.jodystravelagency.com (http://www NULL.jodystravelagency NULL.com).