We all love a good holiday, but they can get expensive. We have complied ten tips you can implement to keep your holiday costs down. Remember, the less you spend on holidays, the more you can embark upon!
Websites that sell flights, accommodation, and travel packages will almost always have a place to sign up for a newsletter or to receive deals via email. If you can put up with the spam, this can be a great way to hear about great travel deals!
If you are flying to your destination, play around with your arrival and departure days. Usually you will find a discrepancy between the cost of a weekend and weekday flight. If you can be flexible, this is a great way to save up to a few hundred dollars.
Figure out the busy season in your preferred holiday destination and avoid it! This will not only mean everything is cheaper, it will also be quieter! Popular holiday destinations will often be overrun with tourists in busy seasons, so travelling during a quieter period can be a lot more enjoyable. If you don't have kids in school to account for, the best time to jump on a plane is during the school term!
Travelling somewhere close by can save you buckets of cash. It will be even cheaper if you can drive to your destination, as this will keep transport costs to a minimum. A quick Google search may introduce you to a beautiful and interesting location right by home!
You might have heard this one before, but it's an essential: always use a private browser, like Google Incognito, when booking flights or accommodation. Your regular browser will store cookies, learn where you want to go and may result in bumping up the prices on those places.
Every holiday activity doesn't have to break the bank! There are a multitude of free holiday activities that you can enjoy without pulling out your wallet.
Sometimes you will find great deals that include your flights, hotel, and maybe even a car hire. These deals, if they suit your needs, can save you a bot of cash, but do your research! Sometimes you will end up paying more for a package than you would have buying each element separately. Be sure to compare prices before checking out.
Getting around an unknown city can be tough, especially if you don't speak the language! But paying for taxis or Ubers every day will add a great deal to your bill. Consider making your way around on foot or a hired bike - this can also be a great way to see the sights like a local!
While on holiday it is easy to justify eating out for every meal, but this will add up - and fast! If it is practical, consider bringing a few snacks from home, or if that's not possible, stop by a grocery store when you arrive. Picking up a few groceries and putting together your own lunch or breakfast will cut a large portion out of your holiday spendings.
Travelling overnight, whether that be on a bus, train, or plane, can be a great option for some. It will mean you can capitalise on your days by not wasting any holiday time in transit, and it will save you a night's accommodation.
Happy travels!
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