Two travelers from Arizona speak to Fox News Digital about the four letters "SSSS" that may be printed on your airline boarding pass. Planning a fall or winter holiday trip this year? A few smart tips from a variety of sources might just come in handy. As shared by travel experts as well as across social media and elsewhere, here are some surprisingly helpful and practical tips that travelers may want to consider as they prepare to see friends and family this holiday season.

EMERGING TRAVEL TRENDS FOR 2025: THE YEAR OF A 'RENEWED SENSE OF ADVENTURE' Best advice, of course, is always to think twice — but check these out for consideration and reflection. 17 travel tips for fall and winter 1. Book early to save money — and that includes Christmas and New Year's trips.

"I'd say it's not necessarily too, too late to book some holiday travel ," Kate Camarro, the co-owner of Dream Vacations in York County, Pennsylvania, told FOX43. Book early this year to save money on fall and winter trips, experts say. That includes Christmas and New Year's getaways.

(iStock) She added that while now is a good time to think about flights — it may be too late for some. 2. Let your family or trusted friends know your travel itinerary in advance.

COUPLE PULLS THEIR KIDS OUT OF SCHOOL TO TRAVEL THE WORLD: ‘LIVE IN THE MOMENT’ 3. Pack lightly. 4.

Pack layers that you can add or remove easily. Allow extra time for travel. 5.

Check if you're able to access airport lounges . 6. Fly non-stop when.