Travelers looking for deals in late December will be disappointed to find high fares and scarce availability to most destinations.
Airlines have been trimming capacity throughout 2012, and US Airways has just attempted to raise fares by an additional $20 round-trip. This is at least the 15th attempt to raise fares in 2012. About half the fare increase attempts have stuck because other airlines matched.
Less seats and robust demand means the airlines are in better position to maintain higher fares. There may be one or two more opportunities to score decent fares as some airlines may release cheaper seats that they are hoping to sell in the next few days. It is our advice to keep checking frequently for quick releases of lower inventory seats and be prepared to be flexible. www.premieretravel.com
