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Time: 06-16-2014 15:50 Product: INIQtr PubDate: 06-22-2014
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Saving money
starts with planning ahead Zoo offers multiple opportunities for fun, affordable family adventure
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lanning a family adventure that’s both fun and affordable can be a challenge, especially when travel costs continue to rise. According to AAA Travel, the prices of gas, airfare and hotel rooms are all expected to increase during summer 2014. The Indianapolis Zoo al offers adventurers several options for an amazing visit that won’t break the bank and the key to savings starts with planning ahead. Earlier this year, the Zoo began a new Pick Your Day, Pick Your Price, Pick Your Package program. By planning ahead and purchasing advance tickets online, visitors can have an experience that’s more oyable. Guests can affordable and more enjoyable. find the most up-to-datee pricing information by visiting IndianapolisZoo.com and shopping for the days they want to visit. The earlier people purchase their tickets, the more they can save. Families will typically save more on a weekday visit. The prices will never fall below today’s listed prices, but they may increase with demand on busier days. Zoo guests can still purchase tickets at the gate, but admission prices will be cheaper online. So guests are encouraged to lock in the best admission price by purchasing in advance. The Zoo’s Family Fun Adventure Package has also been a popular option for out-of-town guests looking to make the most of a trip to Indianapolis. The package offers four tickets to the Zoo, four tickets to the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and an overnight stay at a participating hotel — all for an affordable rate. The Zoo partners with dozens of area hotels to offer discounted admission tickets with an overnight stay. (continued)
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Indianapolis Zoo • Summer 2014
Carla Knapp
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