10 Ways to Bring Down Holiday Travel Costs

Shopping for gifts online? Unless you need to see the product in person immediately, Solomito recommends having the company ship the gifts directly to your holiday destination. That's just one less thing (or things!) you'll have to pack when it's time to hit the road.

"Take advantage of free shipping offers from retailers and send gifts in advance verses flying with them – this will save room in your bag (those overhead bin fees can really add up). Not to mention, TSA agents might have to unwrap gifts in your bag if the package looks suspicious."