The information resources here are provided to assist University travelers in making informed travel decisions. Employees should understand that the only constant about commercial air travel is that prices and schedules are never constant and finding the best fare which meets traveler needs can only be accomplished by comparative shopping.
The Clemson University Purchasing Department has a “preferred vendor contract” with a Carlson Wagonlit office in Atlanta. The cost is $10 per transaction, and all communication is done using their Web site, www.carlsonwagonlit.com. After creating a Corporate Customer Profile, the site allows you to build identical itineraries for multiple passengers; input frequent flyer, hotel and rental car program ID numbers; and accumulate discounts and bonus dividends for frequent use.
University employees who are traveling on official business should check with several sources to determine the least-cost fare and best schedule. Internet resources such as Expedia.com, Orbitz.com, Cheapfares.com, Travelocity.com and the numerous other travel sites, as well as individual airline Web sites, provide a wealth of information. Also, the local travel agencies listed below can assist University travelers.
Also see our list of commercial travel links, which offers you more resources to help you plan your trip.
The bottom line is to check several sources; no one source will offer the least expensive fare and best schedule every time you plan a trip.
**Prices below are fees that apply in addition to current ticket charges**
NOTE: Fees may require use of Departmental Purchase Card (VISA). Other fees may apply. Traveler should ask about additional fees before finalizing ticket purchase. Fees subject to change without notice. Fees for personal travel may be higher.
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Agency |
Domestic |
International |
Refunds,Voids, |
Amtrack |
Phone |
|
AAA Carolinas |
$40 |
$50 |
$50 |
$20 |
704-532-9991 |
|
$25 |
$30 |
$50 |
$15 |
864-654-5424 |
|
|
$10 online |
$10 online |
$40 |
(info not |
864-226-6211 |
|
|
Small World Travel |
$40 |
$50 |
$50 |
$40 |
864-654-6184 |