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How to Travel With Groupon: Are Groupon All-Inclusives Legit? My Experience and Advice

Most people know Groupon as a great site to purchase local deals at significantly reduced prices.

Today, I'll fill you in on if it's a viable option for travel deals specifically. By the way, this is NOT a sponsored post (but does contain some affiliate links).

I will be speaking from experience—in November 2016 two friends and I did a Groupon Getaway to Sri Lanka. I'll lead you through exactly how I went about assessing the validity of the Groupon and organizing the trip.

Why are some people hesitant to travel with Groupon?

I think the majority of Groupon's customers normally have no problem buying products or deals on Groupon because it seems like a direct transaction (though it's not), but buying a Groupon travel deal clearly goes through Groupon and  a tourism company and I think that puts people off.

I believe the biggest reason people are unsure about planning a trip through Groupon is that Groupon is a middle-man.

What does that mean?

Groupon operates by entering agreements with local merchants and businesses to help sell whatever product or service that business provides, at some sort of benefit to that business.  This benefit is a combination of reaching a wider audience through advertisement on Groupon's website and being able to sell deals in multiples.

Why does Groupon only sell travel deals in pairs? Are they trying to get more of my money?

As said above, selling deals in multiples is what Groupon does specifically for its travel deals, which they refer to as Groupon Getaways.

Every Groupon Getaway is sold in pairs. Meaning if you see a trip to the Maldives for 1000USD, that price is contingent on you buying two units of that particular deal. If you buy just one through Groupon you'll be subjected to a “singles” fee to compensate for not buying two.

Because of the pandemic, many local travel agencies and tour providers have softened on their usual “double occupancy” requirement.

Meaning: solo travelers, it's your time to shine!

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What should I be looking for in a genuine Groupon Getaway?

The first thing you should know is that Groupon does very in-depth research on each business and merchant they work with. Groupon does not want a bad reputation, or worse a lawsuit, from a customer's a bad experience.

With more than 48.3 million global active customers and over 90% Customer satisfaction, I'm inclined to trust most businesses advertised on Groupon.

But, you can't be too sure.

I'll walk you through the exact Groupon Getaway that I went on and how I was sure that it was legit, and the right Groupon for our trip.

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Example: My Sri Lankan Groupon Getaway

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My Sri Lankan Groupon Getaway.

Above is the exact  Groupon Getaway that my two friends and I went on. You should know that I was living in Dubai at the time, so this price is in Emirati dirhams (it would be 323.99USD). Getting this price for a trip to Sri Lanka from the US would be a much different price.

Part of the reason this trip is so inexpensive is that it did not include flights.

How can you tell?

If it included flights you would have seen the flights as drop-down option to pick, and it's also specified in the listing, as well as in the listing's header, as shown in the example below.

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Click this image to see this full Azores deal, and even book it for yourself!

You can see from just this screenshot the details it already provides, most important being the name of the tourism company that will be facilitating your trip. In the screenshot you can see it on the bottom right as “Nelum Holidays” along with the link to the company website right below it.

In any Groupon Getaway you purchase you'll see this, and be able to check out the specific tourism company. I highly recommend doing this, and doing some Google searches for reviews of that local tourism company.

If it's popular, the Groupon Getaway will have reviews posted directly on Groupon as well at the bottom of the listing. Those are invaluable as well.

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Always ready EVERY SINGLE DETAIL.

Above you'll  see details of the rest of my Sri Lanka travel listing. We wanted to make sure that we would have airport transport at the beginning and end of our trip as well as some meals would be included in our package. You're trip essentials will be listed under something along the lines of “Included with Package”, as is in the right of this screenshot. 

If you book this Groupon expecting every meal, transport, flights, free money showers, etc. all included in your stay but you don't see it in that section, DON'T BOOK.

Read the fine print, or better, call the local company to know exactly what you're getting in your Getaway.

Groupon's expiration date, cancellation policy, upgrade options, and booking instructions are all things to diligently read before confirming your booking.

Well, how did my trip turn out?

In a word, incredible.

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We booked the Getaway as a group of 4 people, and when that turned into 3 people I thought it would be a huge hassle negotiating with the local company and/or Groupon.

Luckily for us, the tourism company was kind enough to adjust the deal to let us 3 use our Groupon deals without a fourth person, and just put an extra bed in the one room. So my advice is when negotiating, always start with the local company as they're more likely to be flexible.

They sent us our itinerary in the days before our trip and I noticed that the days scheduled were moved around during the week (apparently the itinerary posted on Groupon is just a generic itinerary and they adjust for availability and weather), but it didn't bother us.

Each hotel we stayed at was exactly as described on the website, and by paying an extra 200AED each to get the deluxe deal, it felt absolutely 5-star. Our guide's English wasn't perfect but it was functional and for 3 women alone in Sri Lanka, we felt absolutely safe and comforted having a local guide us through the country.

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In summary…

I freakin' love Groupon and have never had a bad experience, but always read the fine print and do your research.

Groupon does extensive research on the businesses they work with, but its better safe than sorry. Read reviews of the specific tourism companies on both the Groupon website and on Google.

I did an international trip to Sri Lanka, and by reading the fine print and communicating with the tourism company directly, we had a once in a lifetime adventure!

A final tip: Use Rakuten!

You should not be using Groupon if you aren't signed up for Rakuten !

By signing up and activating Rakuten when you're using Groupon (or any other horde of websites), you'll automatically get 6% cashback.

For example: if you book a 1000USD trip on Groupon and activate Rakuten before you purchase, you'll receive 6% cashback or 60USD back to you, usually via PayPal.

Like I said, Rakuten gives different amounts of cashback for more than 2000 websites, so it's definitely worth it to sign up.

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Will you be booking your first Groupon trip now? To where? Let me know in the comments!

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I LOVE using Groupon for international and local travel! I’ve used it several times and have never been disappointed. Like you said, read the fine print and do additional research and you will be fine. Great post!

Great blog. Glad to broke it down. I always wondered about Groupon.

Love your tips! some super cool ideas 🙂

Great tips here! I’ve seen a few good offers on Groupon but often have specific dates to go in so haven’t been available when they are. I would definitely try this though if I could!

I am a big fan of groupons but I have not done a trip with them. I have considered it a few times but I think in my case its been limited date availability that has prevented it.

I did book a trip though another company and we did have some issues though. The travel company did not put the flights in our names correctly. It was a bit stressful at the airport but it all ended up working fine. That could happen going direct with the company or through a middle man.

I had no idea that Groupon did travel packages! Or that you could get the discount buying with eBates at Groupon. So glad your trip turned out awesome and I’ll have to look into these for the future!

I browse the groupon travel deals (tbh, I browe all travel deals like its the daily news haha) very often. & while I have not yet taken a trip with groupon myself I notice very good deals, but like you said it is so important to read the fine print! & I agree with ebates! I use them for all of my online purchases and I have earned hundreds of dollars in cashback. It is literally the best way to get paid for travel literally!

Wow, I’ve never thought of getting a group on vacation until now. I didn’t even consider it as an option.

This is great! Thanks for the tips!

Love this post! I recently had a friend ask me about trips with Groupon and did not know anything about it! I will now refer her to this post 🙂 #GLTLove

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Groupon Getaways are generally worth the cost.

The trips do come with some caveats.

Read the fine print, and know what to expect.

For vacationers, scrolling through travel packages on Groupon Getaways feels like waltzing through a discount candy shop.

Consider this sampling of travel offers on Groupon Getaways, the travel section of the deals site Groupon. All of these trips include the cost of hotels and airfare:

7 days in Dubai from $999 a person

8 days in Portugal (including car rental) from $999 a person

7 days in Malta from $799 a person

The prices alone might make you want to start packing your bags. But they also raise the question: Is there a catch?

To find out, NerdWallet talked to three travel bloggers who used Groupon Getaways travel packages to see the world.

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The travel packages offered by Groupon Getaways are typically run by third-party travel agencies and tour operators. Here’s why you might want to book one.

The planned-out trips are helpful for first-time travelers. Before Shelby Williams traveled to Mexico on an all-inclusive Groupon Getaways tour, she had never flown on a plane or left the country.

Having the whole trip planned out made it a less stressful introduction to international travel, says Williams, a college student in Freeland, Michigan. At $899 per person, the trip was also relatively affordable for Williams, her mom and her sister.

“It’s a great way to travel abroad, if you’re scared and don’t know where to start,” says Williams, who wrote about her experience on her travel blog, Lost Comfort Zone.

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Shelby Williams (right) and her mom, Kelly Williams, after rappelling down a waterfall in Costa Rica. (Photo courtesy of Shelby Williams)

You can score great deals. Many of the packages on Groupon Getaways include airfare and top-notch accommodations for a relatively low price.

Williams, who has now been on three Groupon Getaways, says her favorite trip was to Costa Rica with her mom. It cost about $1,200 per person, including airfare, a car rental and a hotel. The hotel they stayed at was luxurious, with a swim-up bar, hot springs and beautiful landscapes.

Although she and her mom had to pay additional fees for activities — including zip lining and rappelling down a waterfall — she found the overall experience to be a good value.

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Maddy Osman traveling in China. (Photo courtesy of Maddy Osman)

The guided tours can be helpful. Some of the travel packages sold on Groupon come with guided tours or excursions (sometimes for an extra fee). For Maddy Osman, a travel blogger based in Denver, these guided tours were a huge plus — especially when she visited China.

Given the language barrier, “having a guide ... was almost necessary just to get around,” Osman says. She wrote about the trips she’s taken with Groupon Getaways on her online clothing website, Tanks That Get Around. (Disclosure: Osman’s blog contains affiliate links to Groupon Getaways.)

The tour guide in China also took the travelers to the city of Suzhou, where he was from. It wasn’t a place Osman would have thought to visit on her own, and she’s glad she was able to see it, she says.

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Christian Portilla (left) and Melani Liriano, who is now her wife, in Machu Picchu. (Photo courtesy of Christian Portilla)

They’re good for celebrating special occasions. For Christian Portilla, visiting Machu Picchu in Peru was a life-changing trip. Her now-wife had booked the trip through Groupon Getaways as a surprise. When the couple hiked to the top of the Incan citadel, the view was breathtaking.

“When you’re there, when you finally make it to the top and you feel the energy that the land has — it’s hard to describe, but it’s almost electric,” says Portilla, a freelance journalist based in Miami.

That’s when Portilla’s girlfriend got on one knee and proposed to her.

“I was shaking, I was crying. I wanted to say yes but I lost my voice because I was just freaking out,” says Portilla, who wrote about the trip on her blog, Roam Free Writes. “That’s a memory I’ll never forget.”

Here’s why a Groupon Getaway travel package might not be a good fit for you.

Dates can be limited. “It’s hard to find the perfect [trip] when you’re on a time range,” says Williams, who books her trips to coincide with her school’s spring break.

If you have an inflexible vacation schedule, you might have to compromise to find a good deal. When Williams wasn’t able to find a trip to Ireland that fit her schedule, she opted to go to Italy instead.

In some cases, sales pitches are baked into the itinerary. Guided tours will take you to plenty of popular destinations — but you might have to endure some tedious bouts of souvenir-shopping. Travel agencies can make money, in part, by taking tourists on shopping expeditions.

“A lot of them have this pretense of, ‘Oh, we’re giving you a tour of the factory’ or whatever. And they give you an hour or something to shop,” Osman says. “And if you’re not interested in shopping, that’s an hour of your trip you can’t get back — because you’re more than likely in the middle of a day of the tour, so you can’t just peace out if you want to see the next thing.”

The accommodations can be subpar. While many of the hotels in Groupon Getaways are high-quality, some aren't.

The hotel Portilla stayed at in Cusco, Peru, had limited water. Because of that, the toilet in the room couldn’t be flushed unless a hotel worker was called in to flush it.

“We weren’t able to take full showers or baths or anything like that,” Portilla says, adding that they had to rinse off by filling little cups with water from the sink. It would have been nice to know about the situation in advance so they could have prepared, she says.

Williams says that many of her hotel stays through Groupon Getaways were excellent, but not all. “The one in Rome was kind of bad. Our neighbor was puking all night, and we could hear that. The walls were paper-thin,” Williams says.

If you’re unhappy with your accommodations, you can call the Groupon Getaways customer service line to file a property complaint.

“Property complaints do happen. They’re not among our top complaints, but they do happen. If they call us, we’ll call the hotel and sort of work out the details,” says Chris Stevens, vice president of Groupon Getaways. In cases where Groupon has done something egregiously wrong, he adds, the company may issue a refund.

Going on a Groupon Getaways vacation essentially means going on a trip someone else planned for you. It can be a lot of fun — but if you don’t fully understand the itinerary, some details might surprise you. Here’s what you should know.

Understand what you’re buying. If the travel package you’re looking at seems unusually cheap, it could be because:

The price doesn’t include airfare

The excursions and guided tours cost extra

The cost is for a dual occupancy hotel room; solo travelers might have to pay more

Check these details before you book to make sure you know what you’re getting into. Osman recommends reading the reviews of travel agencies and hotels before booking, too.

Master the details. When Portilla and her partner went to Peru, neither of them had read through the full details of the trip. Because they didn’t have cell service in Peru, they weren’t able to check email for details on their phones.

“Read the fine print,” Portilla says. “Or you’ll find yourself at the airport and you don’t know who’s picking you up.”

Renting a car? Do your research. If your travel package includes a car rental, it helps to know what driving conditions are like in the country you’re visiting. Don’t forget to bring maps or a GPS, Williams says.

When she and her mom went to Costa Rica, a car rental was included in their trip. But their GPS didn’t work because they hadn’t downloaded the maps beforehand, and they were surprised to find that the roads didn’t have signs. Without a properly functioning GPS, driving to their hotel at night felt like an impossible task. Next time, Williams says, they’ll come prepared.

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This Catalina Island Hotel and Boat package includes 2 ferry boat tickets for 3 night stay! Relax on Catalina Island with this Ferry Hotel Package at The Avalon Hotel for three or more nights and let us pick up two round trip boat tickets for you on the Catalina Express .

Want the ultimate in luxury? Then book one of our 5 Ocean View Rooms and we will secure your seats in the Commodore Lounge* (exclusive, first class seating with complimentary beverage & snack on the Catalina Express). Alternatively, book one of our Garden View or Balcony View Rooms and we will reserve ferry travel in general seating. In addition, you have the choice of three ports to choose from: Long Beach, San Pedro or Dana Point*.

This Catalina Island Ferry and Hotel Package is one of the best values on the island. Furthermore, we are one of the highest rated Catalina Island hotels, according to Google and TripAdvisor.

Our rooms have been recently re-decorated with a fresh new look and come with round trip taxi service from the Avalon terminal to our hotel. Plus enjoy our daily continental breakfast served each morning in our private Koi Pond Garden.

Plenty to See and Do!

Whatever your interests, there is plenty to see and do over your four days and three nights: jeep tours, zip lines, snorkeling, kayaking, golfing, fine dining, parasailing, glass bottom boat, bicycle and golf cart rentals. All waiting to explore.

Call and book direct with one of our knowledgeable concierge staff. They will help you choose activities, tours and restaurants that fit the experience you’re looking for.

This offer can not to be combined with other offers and discounts and can only be secured by booking direct with The Avalon Hotel.

Call 310-510-7070 for reservations. Or use our “Reservations” link.

Offer valid for travel scheduled before May 16, 2024. (Holidays/Special events excluded)

*Commodore Lounge not available from Dana Point and not on all vessels, dependent on availability.

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Cast Away to Catalina - 3rd NIGHT FREE

Stay 2 nights and get the 3rd night free, any nights where we have availability,

Now you have more time to relax! Enjoy a complementary extended continental breakfast as well with your stay. Least expensive night will be deducted from total bill at check in. Offer good April 15th – June 13th, 2024

Package Includes:

  • 3 nights mid-week (Sunday-Thursday) in any of our room types, based upon availability (excluding Holiday & special events)
  • On-island taxi transfers to and from hotel
  • Extended continental breakfast in our koi garden
  • Lined robes, beach chairs, beach towel and beach bag to borrow
  • Complimentary in-room beverages

*Least expensive room night is complimentary night. For new reservations only. For travel completed before May 13, 2024. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Reservation can be made by clicking “Book Now” above and look for corresponding rate types for your choice or by calling 310-510-7070 8am-6pm daily to speak with a personal concierge to help you plan your visit.

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Avalon Hotel Gift Certificate

Give the gift of a beautiful stay on Catalina Island at The Avalon Hotel with a gift certificate. Available in any dollar amount over $25 and redeemable any time.

A Unique Gift Idea Anyone Will Love

Make the perfect choice for an elopement, honeymoon or babymoon gift. Help them celebrate a special anniversary or birthday by purchasing a Catalina hotel gift certificate from The Avalon Hotel. During the holiday gift-giving season, The Avalon Hotel gift card says more than “Merry Christmas.” It says, “Go make a memory on us.”

Just click the Buy Now button, and then fill out billing information, recipient information and select if you want the certificate emailed electronically or a physical paper certificate sent via US Mail. Just like a gift card, The Avalon Hotel Gift Certificate does not expire and is easy to redeem. Recipients just reference the certificate number when reserving a room and it’s applied to the cost of room stays or packages that include transportation, services or tours reserved through the hotel.

Gift Certificate Terms and Conditions:

  • Gift certificates may only be used for whole or partial payment for room bookings.
  • Gift certificates are redeemable subject to availability at The Avalon Hotel.
  • All room bookings exchanged for gift certificates must be pre-booked and presented upon check-in.
  • Gift certificates may not be exchanged wholly or partly for cash.
  • The Avalon Hotel does not accept responsibility for the loss, theft or alteration of gift certificates.
  • The Avalon Hotel reserves the right not to accept damaged or defaced certificates.
  • The Avalon Hotel reserves the right to change these terms and conditions without further notice.

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Sea & Summit Adventure Package

Your Sea & Summit adventure package starts here at The Avalon Hotel. In the heart of Avalon about 300 feet from the ocean, you can wake up in the morning with an ocean sunrise and gentle sea breeze with fresh air.

Design your own custom package:

First, choose a limousine to the Island Express Helicopters from the LA/Orange County area.

Second, travel by helicopter to Catalina Island on a charter with others, or privately from Long Beach, CA.

Finally, once you reach the island, you’ll be taxied to our hotel, where you’ll enjoy:

  • Complimentary champagne or wine
  • Three nights in a premier ocean view room
  • 80-minute couple’s spa treatment at a nearby day spa

After you’ve experienced the ultimate in relaxation you may choose to arrange an additional tour:

  • A private helicopter ride over the Island
  • All-day or half-day Jeep tour of Catalina’s rugged interior
  • Snorkel or Scuba Dive

Our Sea & Summit Package allows you to relax and unwind on Island Time. Call The Avalon Hotel at 310-510-7070 to book your custom package.

Please note: Local tour operators sometimes change their tours, and we can only offer what is available during the season you are traveling, and when tours are operating.

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Groupon Travel brings fresh discounts every day for all types of travel, from local getaways and weekend breaks to luxurious international all-inclusive travel packages.

Groupon works with travel agencies, hotels, and tour providers to offer unique travel deals . These include "flash deals" - short-term 15-70% discounts off three-to-five-star hotels.

Beyond hotels, tours and packaged vacations, you can score deals for your entire vacation with Groupon, including tourist attractions, restaurants, airport transfers, airport parking, boat cruises, hop-on-hop-off bus tours, bike rentals, and more. Also, check out their travel accessories : luggage, packing cubes, cameras, travel pillows, toiletry pouches, travel adapters, world maps and more.

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With Groupon, it's easy to find the type of vacation you're looking for - an air-inclusive beach break or perhaps an adventure holiday. Just choose which type of vacation suits you best (left navigation menu). And the price can also be filtered to suit your budget, helping you find the Groupon Travel deal that fits you best.

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Finding travel discounts on Groupon is easy:

  • Go to the Groupon website
  • Select the Getaways tab
  • Type in your destination in the search bar, and optionally apply pricing filters
  • Select a hotel from the top deals
  • Select the room type
  • Select your check-in and check-out dates (for hotels), or a date window (package vacations)
  • At the checkout, confirm the traveler's name and enter payment details

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For instant hotel bookings, you'll receive an immediate confirmation, whereas with package vacations, you'll need to get in touch with the travel agent to confirm your dates and additional details (their contact details will be provided).

But how does the pricing compare? Here's an example of the same hotel for the same dates (3 nights, with breakfast) on Groupon Travel versus Booking.com… and Groupon comes out substantially cheaper.

  • Booking.com: US$487 (with my Level 3 Genius discount!)
  • Groupon: US$334
  • Saving: $153 (31.4% cheaper)

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Benefits of using Groupon Travel

  • Booking is super simple - just 2 pages. There are less confusing up-sells and cross-sells than you'll find on other major Online Travel Agent websites.
  • Groupon supports major debit and credit cards for easy payment, as well as Google Pay and Paypal. Klarna is also available for buy now, pay later.
  • Receive daily email alerts for deals for your preferred destination (in your email alert, click the "add another city" link).
  • Earn Groupon Bucks with each purchase - credits that can be used towards future purchases and trips.
  • Groupon Guarantee : Groupon offers a money-back guarantee for peace of mind if you're unable to book your trip due to issues with the deal or the travel provider.

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  • If you travel solo or add optional extras to your trip, the cost can increase substantially.
  • Hotel and flight availability can be limited, especially around peak travel periods. If your preferred dates are not available, you are likely eligible for a refund (but read the fine print before purchasing).
  • Check the expiry date of the Groupon voucher.
  • Some hotels have hidden fees (such as taxes and resort fees), however these should be itemised on the Groupon listing, so read the fine print (again).
  • Some super cheap hotel deals on Groupon involve a timeshare sales pitch, but these are never obligatory, and if you decline, you won't lose your voucher or have to pay additional fees.
  • Flight deals may only be valid from specific cities. So, check the cost of flying from your nearest regional airport to the departure point of the deal (eg. Austin to New York).
  • Read reviews on Groupon from other customers who have made the same trip and look for any potential red flags.

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International

Beyond the United States, you can buy travel deals for any of the countries Groupon operates in as long as you have an accepted method of payment there. Just create an account on that country's Groupon site first. Countries include: Australia , Belgium , Canada (Quebec) , France , Germany , Ireland , Italy , Netherlands , Poland , Quebec , Spain , UAE , and United Kingdom .

Refer your friends and earn $10 in Groupon Bucks for each signup (if they purchase a Groupon for $10 or more within 72 hours). Read details on the Refer-A-Friend program .

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Based in Chicago, Groupon was launched by Andrew Mason in November 2008 and gradually expanded to more cities reaching 150 cities in North America within 2 years. Groupon went public in June 2011, and today operates in 13 countries.

Is Groupon Travel Right For You?

Groupon Travel works well for first-time international travellers who want someone else to do most of the hard work organising the trip. Or if you're a deal hunter with limited time on your hands, Groupon Travel can get you from zero to confirmed booking in a matter of minutes.

Experienced travelers will appreciate the inspiration that Groupon provides. If you're seeing a destination like Puerto Rico with cheap package deals, it may mean travel to Puerto Rico is cheaper during the dates the Groupon deal is valid. Chances are you can find great deals with a little more flexibility if you research direct options. But if the dates and inclusions look good to you, why not just book via Groupon and save the headache?

Pro Tips For Groupon Travel

Here are some tips for using Groupon for travel discounts:

  • Download the free Groupon mobile app to search for travel deals anywhere, anytime.
  • Read the terms and conditions carefully before booking a Groupon Travel deal.
  • Carefully examine what's included (and not included) in the deal.
  • Compare the hotel location to your destination's airport and check if airport transfers are included. If they're not, research how much that will cost so you're not caught out.
  • Be aware of single supplements, such as how much extra you'll have to pay if you're traveling alone.
  • Most hotels on Groupon Travel are of decent quality, but some subpar ones can slip through. So search Google and TripAdvisor for reviews and feedback.
  • If your international package deal includes car rental, bring a map or GPS and understand the driving conditions of that country.
  • Some promos are specific to a type of deal, such as restaurants, beauty/spa, or travel.
  • On the checkout page, select Promo or Gift Code.
  • Enter the promo code and select "Apply".
  • Check that your discount is reflected in your order total.
  • Note that promo codes do not apply to taxes, shipping, or other fees.
  • Save money on flights, hotels, tours & transport.
  • Wide range of destinations and travel packages available.
  • Comprehensive info provided about each hotel or travel deal.
  • Reviews from other customers can help set your expectations and reduce risk.
  • Check the terms of each deal carefully to make sure you get what you expect.
  • Add-ons to trips can increase the price considerably, so be careful.

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Groupon’s travel deals can seem too good to be true. Can you really get six nights in Hawaii including airfare for under $650? We investigated Groupon Getaways to find out if the deals are worth it—and the important catches you need to watch out for if you book.

Do Groupon Getaways Actually Save You Money?

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No matter what Groupon deal you’re considering, always price check it against the cost of booking it yourself directly. This will help you be sure that the Groupon is really worth it.

To find out if Groupon Getaways actually save you money, we compared three current Groupon travel deals against the cost of booking it on our own. We compared the prices based on two people traveling, as Groupon Getaways generally charges a single supplement fee for solo travelers. Here are the results:

Editor’s Note: All prices were accurate at the time of writing, however, deal costs and fares are likely to change quickly.

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4-Night Hawaii Vacation With Hotel and Air

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This trip includes round-trip airfare from Los Angeles to Honolulu, along with four nights in a City Mountain-View room at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana – Waikiki. The cheapest Groupon option is for dates between March 10 and March 31.

Groupon Price for Two People

Total Price: $1,462.92 / $731.56 per person. The package price is $649 per person and there is a $20.64 daily resort fee. 

Cost to Book Directly for Two People

Flights: $568 Total / $284 per person. The cheapest round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Honolulu costs $284 for a March 24 departure and March 28 return.

Hotel: $1,342.38. Booking the same City Mountain View room directly through the DoubleTree’s website costs $1,342.38 (including the resort fee).

Total Price: $1,910

In this case, booking through Groupon Getaways saves you a few hundred dollars. 

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Cofresi Palm Beach Spa Resort

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A Superior Garden-View Room with VIP Amenities at the all-inclusive Cofresi Palm Beach Spa Resort is on a super sale through Groupon. There is a four-night minimum stay on the Groupon deal, and the cheapest rates are found for stays starting April 1. Only one voucher is needed for two guests sharing a room.

Groupon Price

Total Price: $247 for 4 nights.

Total Price: $520.46 for 4 nights.

The same hotel room costs more than double to book directly on Cofresi’s website

However, one of the FAQs on Groupon’s website should throw up a red flag regarding this hotel. “Will I be approached to attend a timeshare sales presentation? Our customers are never obligated to attend a sales presentation. If you are approached and decline a presentation, you will not lose the value of your voucher or have to pay additional fees.”

Be sure to check the reviews carefully (both on Groupon’s website and other sites to determine the quality of the hotel included in the deal.

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8-Day Tuscany Vacation with Hotels and Air From Gate 1 Travel

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Since this deal is also available directly from Gate 1 Travel, we compared it against booking it through Gate 1 as well as booking it on our own.

The cheapest package option includes round-trip airfare from New York (JFK) to Milan, an economy manual rental car, 5 nights at the Grand Hotel Plaza & Locanda Maggiore, and 1 night at the Hotel Novotel Milano Malpensa Airport. The $699 price is valid for departures on October 11.

Total Price: $1,398 / $699 per person

Cost to Book With Gate 1 Travel

The price is exactly the same to book via Gate 1 Travel .

Flights: $812 total / $406 per person on Tap Air Portugal.

Hotels: $586 total: $500 Grand Hotel Plaza & Locanda Maggiore + $86 Hotel Novotel Milano Malpensa Airport

Rental car: $194 total

Total Package Price: $1,592

Booking this deal through Groupon or Gate 1 Travel saves you a bit of money compared to booking directly.

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Watch out for the Fine Print

Always read the terms and conditions before booking a Groupon Getaway. You’ll also want to carefully scrutinize what’s included in the deal. Here are a few things to look out for:

  • Single supplements: How much extra will you have to pay if you’re traveling alone?
  • Expiration date of Groupon voucher
  • Age restrictions (many travel deals are for 21 and older)
  • Cancelation policies
  • Additional fees you’ll have to pay at check-in
  • Flight options (including number of stops and departure times)
  • Rental car options (generally the cheapest car type with a manual transmission is included, so you might want to investigate how much an upgrade will cost you.

Should You Book Through Groupon Getaways?

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Groupon Getaways are undeniably a good deal. However, be warned that Groupon Getaway costs can quickly escalate from the rock-bottom advertised cost. For example, the Tuscany package mentioned above is promoted at $699, but will quickly increase to $849 if you would rather fly out of Miami. Adding the hotel “upgrade” package will be another extra cost. Picking a different departure date can bring the cost up to $1,049 per person. Make sure you pay attention to the extra price as you customize your trip.

Before booking, you should evaluate all of the options included in the deal. Independently research the hotel included in the Groupon Getaway. Is it in a good neighborhood? Does it have good reviews? Is it near the things you want to see and do? What bed types are included in the deal?

Also see if you can find out what flight options are included before committing. Is the flight nonstop or will there be layovers? Is the flight at a convenient time? 

Booking a trip through Groupon Getaways can definitely save you money. However, if you would rather have a bit more control over your flight times and hotel choices, Groupon Getaways can also be a great jumping off point to plan your own vacation. For example, if you see a cheap package deal to Tuscany, it likely means that travel to Tuscany is pretty inexpensive during the dates that the Groupon is valid. You could then look up your own flights and hotels for the same time period and find something similarly priced that would give you more flexibility than booking with Groupon. However, if you’d prefer not to have to do all of the trip planning research, and just want someone to take care of all the details, a Groupon Getaway can be a great deal. 

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