It doesn’t feel like winter travel season yet — you’re probably still thinking about the last of your summer trips. But here’s the thing: right now, while everyone else is focused on back-to-school and fall, is actually the smartest time to lock in your winter plans.

Why Plan Winter Travel Now?  A few reasons.

The deals are out there now, not later. Flights and hotels for the holiday season and winter getaways only get more expensive the closer you get to December. Booking now, while demand is still low, is one of the easiest ways to save real money on the same trip you’d take anyway.

Our selection is at its peak. We just got fully stocked for the season — new arrivals, full color runs, sizes that’ll be picked over by November. If you’ve had your eye on a particular bag or a specific Briggs & Riley color, now’s the time, not after the holiday rush thins everything out.

You actually have time to get it right. Rushing to buy luggage the week before a trip means settling for whatever’s left. Coming in now means our staff can actually sit down with you, ask what kind of trip you’re taking, and help you find the bag that’s going to hold up for years — not just get you through one flight.

So what should you be doing this month?

·         Start pricing out Resorts, Cruises, flights, and hotels for your winter trip, even if it’s months away. Set a price alert if you’re not ready to book yet. Need help? Give Holly from Latitudes Travel a call or email Holly@LatitudesWI.com. 

·         Check your current luggage. If a zipper’s sticking, a wheel’s wobbling, or a seam is starting to go, now’s the time to bring it in for repair.  We're always busy, and our normal turnaround is 2 to 3 weeks; waiting until a day or two before you leave is a bad idea.

·         Come see us. Whether you need a new carry-on, a full-size checked bag, or you’re just not sure what you actually need for the kind of trip you’re planning, that’s exactly what we’re here for. We carry travel bags, luggage, accessories, and travel gifts — and we’re a small shop with a big selection. if you prefer to shoponline visit www.TravelingBagsMKE.com 

Winter travel sneaks up on people every year. The folks who plan now — book now, shop now, get their gear sorted now — are the ones who show up to the airport relaxed instead of scrambling.

Where are you headed this winter? Stop in and let’s get you ready for it.

Safe travels,

Burt