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General 3

We recommend booking at least 2-4 weeks in advance for domestic travel and 4-8 weeks for international trips. Peak seasons like holidays and safari seasons may require earlier booking (2-3 months) to secure availability and the best rates. Last-minute bookings are also possible based on availability.

Our Travel Services:

Flights:
• Domestic and international
• Economy, business, first class
• One-way, round-trip, multi-city
• Multiple airlines compared

Hotels & Stays:
• Hotels (budget to luxury)
• Resorts and all-inclusive
• Vacation rentals
• Airbnbs and apartments

Transportation:
• Car rentals worldwide
• Airport transfers
• Train tickets
• Bus passes

Experiences:
• Tours and activities
• Day trips
• Cruise packages
• Adventure travel

Packages:
• Flight + hotel bundles
• Complete vacation packages
• Group travel deals
• Custom itineraries

Why Book With Us:
• Best price guarantee
• 24/7 customer support
• Easy booking and changes
• Rewards program

Group Travel Services:

What Qualifies as Group:
• 10+ passengers (flights)
• 5+ rooms (hotels)
• 8+ guests (tours)

Benefits of Group Booking:
• Discounted rates
• Flexible payment plans
• Dedicated group coordinator
• Room/seat blocking
• Custom itineraries

How to Request:
1. Fill out group inquiry form
2. Provide travel dates and size
3. Receive custom quote
4. Review and confirm

Types of Groups:
• Corporate/business travel
• Weddings and events
• School/educational trips
• Sports teams
• Family reunions
• Religious pilgrimages

Contact:
• Email: groups@milestour.com
• Phone: 1-800-XXX-XXXX ext. 2
• Response within 24-48 hours

Tips:
• Book 3-6 months in advance
• Collect passport info early
• Have point of contact for group
Check-In 1

Ways to Get Your Boarding Pass:

1. Mobile Boarding Pass:
• Check in via airline app
• Save to Apple Wallet or Google Pay
• Screenshot as backup
• Most convenient option

2. Print at Home:
• Check in online
• Print boarding pass PDF
• Good backup for international travel

3. Airport Kiosk:
• Use self-service kiosk
• Enter confirmation code or scan passport
• Print boarding pass

4. Check-in Counter:
• Agent prints boarding pass
• Required for some situations (pets, special assistance)

What's on Your Boarding Pass:
• Name, flight number, date
• Departure/arrival cities and times
• Gate and seat number
• Boarding group/zone
• TSA PreCheck indicator (if applicable)
• Barcode for scanning
Hotels 1

Typical Cancellation Policies:

Flexible Rate:
• Free cancellation until 24-48 hours before
• Full refund to original payment method
• Higher nightly rate

Non-Refundable Rate:
• Lower price (10-20% discount)
• No refund if cancelled
• May allow date changes (fees apply)

Advance Purchase:
• Paid at booking
• Usually non-refundable
• Best for certain travel plans

How to Cancel:
1. Log into booking account
2. Find reservation and select "Cancel"
3. Or call hotel directly
4. Get cancellation confirmation number

Tips:
• Book flexible if plans might change
• Check policy BEFORE booking
• Set calendar reminder for cancellation deadline
• Travel insurance can cover non-refundable bookings
Tours 2

Booking Options:

Through MilesTour:
• Browse tours in destination section
• Filter by date, price, type
• Instant confirmation for most

Third-Party Platforms:
• Viator, GetYourGuide, Klook
• Compare prices and reviews

Direct with Operator:
• Local tour companies
• Hotel concierge
• Sometimes cheaper, less protection

On-Site:
• Tourist information offices
• Street vendors (use caution)
• Hotel tour desks

What to Consider:
• Group size (small groups usually better)
• Language offered
• What's included (transport, meals, entrance fees)
• Meeting point and time
• Physical difficulty level
• Cancellation policy

Tips:
• Read recent reviews
• Book popular tours in advance
• Print or download voucher
• Confirm 24 hours before

Common Policies:

Free Cancellation:
• Cancel 24-48 hours before: Full refund
• Cancel within 24 hours: Usually no refund
• No-show: No refund

Moderate Policy:
• Cancel 7+ days: Full refund
• Cancel 3-7 days: 50% refund
• Cancel <3 days: No refund

Strict Policy:
• Cancel 14+ days: Full refund
• Cancel <14 days: No refund
• Common for exclusive/small group tours

How to Cancel:
1. Log into booking account
2. Find tour reservation
3. Select "Cancel" or "Request Refund"
4. Get confirmation email

Tips:
• Check policy BEFORE booking
• Book tours with free cancellation when possible
• Consider travel insurance for non-refundable tours
• Weather cancellations usually get full refund
Booking Travel 3

Ground Transfers We Offer:

Airport Shuttle:
• Shared van service
• Economical option
• Multiple stops possible
• Book 24+ hours ahead

Private Car Service:
• Door-to-door service
• Professional drivers
• Meet and greet available
• Child seats on request

Luxury Transfers:
• Premium vehicles (Mercedes, BMW)
• Complimentary water and WiFi
• Flight monitoring included
• Executive service

Group Transportation:
• Minivans (up to 7 passengers)
• Mini-buses (up to 14 passengers)
• Full coaches for large groups

Popular Routes:
• Airport to hotel
• Hotel to cruise port
• Inter-city transfers
• Day trip transportation

Group Bookings (10+ Travelers):

Benefits of Group Booking:
• Special group rates
• Flexible payment options
• Dedicated group coordinator
• Hold seats without full payment
• Add/change names before deadline

How to Book:
1. Submit group request form
2. Provide travel dates and destination
3. Estimated number of travelers
4. Receive custom quote within 48 hours
5. Accept quote and pay deposit
6. Finalize names before deadline

Group Types We Handle:
• Corporate travel
• Destination weddings
• Family reunions
• Sports teams
• School trips
• Church groups
• Tour groups

Contact Us:
• Email: info@milestour.com
• Phone: +254 7927 24009
• Minimum: 10 passengers same flight

Group Booking Payment Terms:

Deposit Requirements:
• 10% non-refundable deposit to confirm
• Due within 7 days of accepting quote
• Holds your group rate and seats

Payment Schedule:
• Deposit: At booking
• 50% due: 90 days before departure
• Final payment: 45 days before departure
• Name changes: Until 30 days before

Payment Methods:
• Credit/Debit cards
• Bank transfer
• Payment plans available
• Individual payments accepted

Cancellation Policy:
• 90+ days: Deposit forfeited
• 60-89 days: 50% penalty
• 30-59 days: 75% penalty
• Under 30 days: 100% penalty

Note: Special terms may apply for peak season travel. Contact your group coordinator for details.
Bookings 4

Where to Find Your Booking:

Email:
• Check inbox and spam folders
• Search for airline/hotel name
• Search for "confirmation" or "itinerary"

Airline/Hotel Website:
1. Go to "Manage Booking" or "My Trips"
2. Enter confirmation code + last name
3. View full itinerary

Booking Site (Expedia, etc.):
1. Log into your account
2. Go to "My Trips" or "My Bookings"
3. Find by date or destination

MilesTour Bookings:
1. Log into your MilesTour account
2. Go to "My Bookings" in dashboard
3. View, modify, or print itinerary

Can't Find It?
• Check credit card statement for merchant name
• Call airline/hotel with travel dates + name
• Check if booking was made in someone else's name

Check These First:
1. Spam/Junk folder
2. Promotions tab (Gmail)
3. Search all folders for airline/hotel name
4. Check if correct email was used

How to Resend:

From Airline/Hotel:
1. Go to Manage Booking page
2. Enter booking reference + last name
3. Look for "Resend confirmation" option

From MilesTour:
1. Log into your account
2. Go to My Bookings
3. Click "Resend confirmation email"

Still No Email?
• Call airline/hotel directly
• Provide name, dates, and payment method used
• They can confirm booking and send email

Booking Not Found?
• Payment may not have processed
• Check credit card statement
• Re-book if necessary

Credit & Debit Cards:
• Visa
• Mastercard
• American Express
• Discover

Digital Wallets:
• Apple Pay
• Google Pay
• PayPal

Mobile Money (Select Regions):
• M-Pesa
• Airtel Money
• MTN Mobile Money

Other Options:
• Bank transfer (select bookings)
• Gift cards (where available)
• Points/Miles redemption

Payment Security:
• All transactions are encrypted
• PCI-DSS compliant
• 3D Secure verification
• Fraud monitoring

Currency:
• Multiple currencies supported
• Exchange rates shown at booking
• Some cards charge foreign transaction fees

Our Security Measures:

Payment Security:
• 256-bit SSL encryption
• PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant
• Secure payment gateways
• No storage of full card numbers

Data Protection:
• GDPR compliant
• Data encryption at rest
• Regular security audits
• Limited employee access

Account Security:
• Two-factor authentication available
• Secure password requirements
• Session timeout protection
• Login notifications

Your Responsibility:
• Use strong, unique passwords
• Don't share login credentials
• Log out on shared devices
• Report suspicious activity

If You Suspect Fraud:
1. Contact us immediately
2. Change your password
3. Monitor your accounts
4. Contact your bank if needed
Traveling Together 2

Group Travel Planning Guide:

Getting Started:
• Choose a group leader/coordinator
• Survey group for dates and budget
• Determine destination preferences
• Set booking deadline for members

Benefits of Group Booking (10+):
• Special group rates
• Flexible payment plans
• Hold seats without names
• Dedicated support agent
• Potential perks (free seats, upgrades)

Planning Timeline:
• 6-12 months ahead: Start planning
• 3-6 months: Lock in dates and book
• 2-3 months: Collect passenger details
• 1 month: Final payments due
• 2 weeks: Confirm all arrangements

Tips for Success:
• Use shared docs for coordination
• Set clear deadlines
• Collect deposits early
• Book activities in advance
• Have backup plans
• Create a group chat

Contact Us:
For groups of 10+, email info@milestour.com or call +254 7927 24009

Sitting Together on Flights:

Best Strategies:
• Book early (more seat availability)
• Book together in one transaction
• Select seats immediately after booking
• Consider paying for seat selection
• Check in exactly at 24-hour mark

Group Seating Options:
• Book consecutive seats in same row
• Book window and aisle (middle often stays empty)
• Request adjacent rows
• Ask gate agent at boarding

Airlines and Families:
• Many airlines try to seat families together
• Children under 13 usually seated with adult
• DOT requires airlines to seat kids with adults (no fee)

If Seats Aren't Together:
• Ask politely at gate
• Offer to swap with other passengers
• Middle seats easier to swap for
• Gate agents have some flexibility

Upgrading for Groups:
• Business/First often has more availability
• Consider splitting group if necessary
• Premium economy may help

Still Have Questions?

Our customer support team is available 24/7 to assist you with any questions or concerns.