Everyone wants to travel, but there is one big question that makes people hesitate: How much is this going to cost?
Whether
you’re trying to plan a vacation on a budget or travelling for business, here
are some great tips to keep your trip from breaking the bank.
Getting
to your destination:
-Use
sites such as airfarewatchdog.com
to send you fare alerts. This allows you to buy tickets when prices are low. On
that note, don’t wait forever for the perfect price- if you see a good deal, go
for it!
-Try
to go during the off season if possible, or be flexible within the region that
you’re wanting to stay in.
-Be
as flexible as you can with dates
Where
to stay:
-Check
out the many discount sites, such as Groupon, that offer travel deals daily.
However, make sure you read the fine print before purchasing!
-Try
to find something outside of the city center.
-Pay
attention to the value you are getting in terms of amenities, meals, etc.
-Check
out sites like Tingo.com, which promise that if hotel rates lower before you
arrive, you receive the new rates.
-Use
sites like homeaway.com or vrbo.com to rent a home- this saves you
money by getting rid of the middleman and doing business straight with the
owner.
Eating
there:
-Pack
lunches from the grocery store to eat outside, or cook if you have a kitchen.
-If
you want to go out for a high-end meal, go for lunch instead of dinner. You’ll
save money but have the same restaurant experience!
What
to do:
-Avoid
cabs, and walk whenever possible.
-Try
to find local transit passes for the week or the month
-Shop
around online or find promo codes for car rentals
-Check
out package tours, they can save you money on every part of the trip!
For
more information check out: http://www.latimes.com/travel/la-tr-money-20120902,0,2853395.story.
Bon voyage!
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