Key Takeaways:
- NEA members can save time and money by bundling hotels, car rentals, cruises and tours through the NEA Travel Hub—all managed under one account.
- Members receive $500 in NEA Travel Dollars that can be applied toward multiple travel services for added value.
- The Travel Hub makes it easy to book each service in separate tabs while keeping all reservations connected for simple trip management.
- From family vacations to romantic getaways, NEA bundling offers flexible, discounted travel options
When planning a trip, the convenience of booking everything in one place is invaluable. For NEA members, bundling travel services through the NEA Travel Program offers not only simplicity, but also significant savings and access to exclusive NEA travel deals.
Understanding Travel Bundling With NEA
Bundling travel services means combining multiple components of your trip—such as hotels, car rentals, cruises and tours—into a single booking. This approach streamlines the planning process and often results in better deals compared to booking each service separately. The Travel Hub has been redesigned to make combining these services easier than ever.
Advantages of Bundling Your Travel
- Cost Efficiency
Bundled packages often come with discounts that reduce the overall cost of your trip. - Maximized Use of Travel Dollars
NEA members receive $500 in NEA Travel Dollars upon enrollment, which can be applied to hotels, car rentals, cruises and tours. - Simplified Planning
Managing one comprehensive itinerary is more straightforward than juggling multiple bookings.
How to Bundle Services via the NEA Travel Hub
1. Access the Hub
Log in to your NEA Member Benefits account and visit the Travel Hub. Click “Start Your Journey” to access the booking portal.
2. Choose Your First Travel Service
Select the product you’d like to book first, such as a hotel, car rental or cruise. This will open in a new tab where you can complete your reservation and apply any available NEA Travel Dollars for instant savings.
3. Add More to Your Trip
Return to the original Travel Hub tab and choose another service. Each additional booking—like a car rental after your hotel—adds another discounted reservation to your account.
4. Manage Everything in One Place
All your bookings are connected to your NEA Member Benefits account, so you can easily view, track and manage your reservations through one central provider.
Pro Tip: Try combining different travel types (like a cruise and pre-cruise hotel stay) to maximize your Travel Dollars and create a seamless travel itinerary, all backed by exclusive NEA member pricing. And if you’re booking accommodations, explore our hotel booking tips to find the best rates and maximize your member discounts.
Practical Bundling Scenarios
- Family Vacation: Combine a hotel stay with a rental car and theme park tickets.
- Romantic Getaway: Book a cruise package along with a hotel stay before or after.
- Solo Exploration: Pair a guided tour with hotel accommodations and airport transfers.
- Educational Trip: Bundle hotels with museum passes and local tours. NEA members can access teacher hotel discounts that make educational travel even more affordable.
Maximizing Your Travel Dollars
To get the most out of your benefits:
- Plan Ahead: Early planning helps ensure you find the best time to book a hotel.
- Monitor Your Dollars: Keep track of your Travel Dollars balance through the Travel Dollars Overview page.
Real Member Experiences
Members report significant savings and convenience when bundling through the NEA Travel Program. One member shared that bundling a cruise with a hotel stay not only cut costs, but also unlocked extras like Wi-Fi and additional upgrades.
Ready to plan your next trip? Visit the Travel Program page to explore all your options and make the most of your NEA benefits.
