Simple steps can help you secure cheap travel or cheap vacation packages if that is what you are looking for:
Do not overload your carry on bags. Airlines are looking at carry on bags more closely these days and if a bag looks unwieldy, you may be required to check it and pay a fee.
Look for airfare deals on Tuesdays since 80% of airfare sales start that day. Remember that sales often sell out quickly and you should be prepared to buy right away if you find an attractive deal.
Consider bundling your airline ticket with a hotel room since often significant savings can be realized when airline tickets are purchased in the same reservation that includes a hotel room.
Be open to flying out of or in to alternative airports since airlines prices may be a lot less expensive at a close secondary airport. For example, if you are planning on flying into OHare airport, in Chicago, check out Midway airport, and even Milwaukee. The savings that can be achieved are often quite substantial.
When cruise shopping always price out slightly older ships since the newest high demand ships often offer prices much higher for the same itinerary.