Motorcoach Travel: Everyone wants to make the most of the time available and see as much as possible – so it is important that every tour member is on time. Smoking (including e-cigarettes) and consuming alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the coach. There are plenty of opportunities to smoke during frequent stops. Heavy perfume or strong aftershave can inconvenience other passengers. Be considerate of other tour members and use these items sparingly.

Accommodations: All accommodations have been carefully selected and inspected to meet and maintain the standards of comfort, cleanliness, and customer service that we require and you deserve. Many hotels have coffee makers, hair dryers, irons, and ironing boards available.

Cell Phones: Providing your cell phone number to your Tour Director is a quick way to contact you on the first and last days of travel or if you and the group become separated. Prior to your travels, be sure to review your destination and cell phone plan with your provider. As a courtesy to others, please refrain from talking on your cell phone while on the motorcoach, unless there is an emergency that requires immediate attention.

Internet & Wi-Fi: Internet and Wi-Fi access is available at most hotels, although there may be additional charges. Some hotels have public computers available for guest use.

Required Documentation: Federal aviation regulations require passengers to show Transportation Security Administration (TSA) approved government-issued photo identification at airport check-in and security.

Please advise Holiday Vacations of the exact name as it appears on your government-issued photo identification.

Effective for all domestic flights with a start or finish date after May 7, 2025: All passengers 18 years of age and older must carry a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or another federally approved ID such as a Passport, active Military ID or Global Entry card. Be sure to keep your identification with you at all times; do not pack it in your luggage.

Airline Fees: Airlines may charge for checked luggage and/or carry-on bags. These fees are your responsibility and payable directly to the airline before or at the time of check-in. Please note airlines may charge a significant fee for overweight, oversized, or additional pieces of luggage.

Checked Luggage: You are allowed one piece of checked luggage per person that will be handled for you at hotels while you are on tour. Your checked luggage may not weigh more than 50 pounds with the total dimensions (length + width + height) equaling 62 inches. Please attach your own identification tag in addition to the Holiday Vacations luggage tag which will be included with your final tour documents.

Carry-on Bag: In addition to your checked luggage, you may bring one carry-on bag and one personal item, such as a camera bag or purse, per person. These items are your responsibility to handle. For your convenience, the carry-on bag is intended to be used for items you need daily. If you bring a carry-on, please use a small day bag without wheels, such as a soft-sided backpack or tote bag, which would fit into the overhead bins of the motorcoach. (Certain tours differ from these limits. Please see the tour-specific information.)

Luggage Handling: It is not always possible to provide luggage assistance at airports. We recommend a suitcase with wheels for your checked luggage. Additional pieces of luggage can be handled for you at hotels for $6 per bag, per day. Please call our office to make arrangements. (For Hawaii tours, please see your tour-specific information.)

Packing:

Casual clothing is appropriate, pack comfortable walking shoes, and consider bringing one dressier outfit.  Weather is unpredictable and you may want to dress in layers and bring a light sweater or jacket. See the following packing tips:

• • Have identification with you and not in your checked luggage. Leave valuables at home.
• • Pack medication in your carry-on bag.
• • Bring a hat and a small umbrella or rain jacket.
• • Bring a camera and extra memory cards in your carry-on bag.
• • Pack chargers for electronic devices.
• • Frequently forgotten items include binoculars, batteries, sunscreen, sunglasses, and/or a reusable water bottle.
• • If using a CPAP or BiPAP, it is recommended to bring an extension cord in the event outlets are not conveniently located.

Laundry: Some hotels have dry cleaning or coin-operated laundry available.

Credit Cards: For security purposes, your credit card company may block unusual charges. To ensure card access and avoid potential problems, we recommend that you notify the credit card company of your travel plans.

Debit Cards: If you plan on using a debit card, check with your financial institution for information on fees and usage availability. Know your PIN so you can withdraw cash from an ATM. Fees may apply.

Cash: While credit and debit cards are accepted in most places, it is wise to carry a small amount of cash for those instances where cards are not accepted.

Gratuities: Many gratuities are included as part of the tour such as baggage handling at the hotels, included meals, included attractions, and city guides.

The following are NOT included in the tour and may be provided by you at your discretion:

• • • Holiday Vacations Tour Director: Holiday Vacations takes great pride in the customer service that our Tour Directors provide. If you feel that your Tour Director has met your expectations, the suggested gratuity is $8-10 per person, per day. Gratuities are determined on an individual basis and given directly to the Tour Director at the end of the tour.
  • • Shipboard Gratuities: Please see the tour-specific information.
  • • Driver: The suggested gratuity to show appreciation for your driver is $7-8 per person, per day. Gratuities are determined on an individual basis and given directly to the driver at the end of the tour. (For Hawaii drivers, please see your tour-specific information.)
  • • Other Services: Your Tour Director will provide information on gratuities for other services such as taxi drivers, dry cleaning, housekeeping staff, etc.