With a little preparation and planning, an unexpected trip can be a truly extraordinary gift. While objects get replaced, worn out, or become obsolete over time, a vacation is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, creating memories that will only get rosier. While you might worry that buying your loved ones a trip for the holidays is a risky move, our experts at Town & Country Travel in Pittsford, NY, have some tips to make it a sure winner.

If you're planning on getting vacation travel for your loved ones, they recommend a few tips to keep in mind:

• Make Flexible Reservations: Even if you're fairly certain they will be able to go, making firm reservations without confirming first is risky. Even if they love the gift, something can always come up that might keep them from going. Fortunately, you can avoid this outcome by purchasing open-ended options or just ensuring they have the ability to change the reservation if necessary.
• Use Gift Cards For Cruises: While a cruise can be an incredible adventure, it's usually a good idea to use cruise line gift cards or certificates and let the recipient choose their own destination and sailing date. Check the prices to avoid giving them half a cruise with no way to pay for the rest.
• Pay For Their Passport: While you can't actually submit the application for them, you can download it from the State Department website and give it to them, along with a check for the hefty fee that comes with it. If your loved ones have been dreaming of international vacation travel, taking care of their passport can be an extremely thoughtful gift.

With over two decades of experience and an encyclopedic understanding of the industry, our agents at Town & Country Travel take pride in creating unique vacation travel packages perfectly tailored to your needs. Visit our website to learn more about our proven, dedicated services, or call (585) 381-2850 to talk about giving the gift of vacation travel today. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.