Tips on Choosing a 2012 Super Bowl Package

Attending a Super Bowl is as much about the atmosphere and experience as the game itself. The parties. The pep rallies. The NFL Experience. But planning a Super Bowl trip is a lot more complicated than your typical vacation. Hotel rooms are scarce, traffic can be a nightmare and surprise expenses add up fast. That's why plenty of savvy Super Bowl veterans book a package deal for the big game. Credible ticket marketplaces already are offering 2012 Super Bowl Packages that let fans focus more on atmosphere and experience and less on logistics. Here are a few tips for choosing the right Super Bowl package:

• Super Bowl package basics.
  Every Super Bowl ticket package at a minimum should include game tickets, hotel accommodations and transportation to and from the game. Packages generally are sold at a per-person rate, so you can save money if you're willing to share a hotel room with friends.
• Choose your level.
  Super Bowl ticket packages are priced based on where you'd like to sit for the big game. The base price will get you an upper-level seat but you're welcome to upgrade based on your budget. Make sure the hotel included in the package is well located, and review the rankings on Trip Advisor. In some cases, you can actually choose your hotel. 
• Look for experience and a guarantee.
  Make sure the marketplace has Super Bowl experience and a guarantee on your package. For an event like the Super Bowl, credible sellers will offer on-site customer service so you can immediately address any concerns about your tickets or accommodations.
• Extras are everything.
  Tickets to the big game, hotel accommodations and ground transportation are a given with most Super Bowl ticket packages. Before you seal the deal, look for extras like VIP party passes, tickets to the NFL Experience and even complimentary souvenirs.