5 Ways to Score Serious Savings on Your Next Vacation

5 Ways to Score Serious Savings on Your Next Vacation


Do you ever catch yourself daydreaming about traveling to far-off destinations, but worry that booking your ideal vacation would be too expensive? You might be surprised at how easy it is to plan a budget-friendly trip, even if you’re planning on traveling internationally.


If you’re traveling on a tight budget, you won’t be staying at luxury resorts or flying business class - but that doesn’t mean you can’t have an amazing trip! Here’s how to save money, see the world, and come home with enough funds to start planning your next trip.


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Choose a Cheap Destination


Want to get the most bang for your buck? Choose a destination where your money will go far. For instance, if you want to travel overseas once the pandemic is under control, go to a country where your dollar will have more purchasing power, like Poland, Mexico, or Indonesia. Depending on the exchange rate, you will likely be able to afford nicer accommodations and enjoy more flexibility in your budget.


One of the easiest ways to save on travel costs (and stay healthy) is to rent a vacation home in town. With hundreds of golf courses, amazing hiking opportunities, and a thriving local arts scene, Turnkey notes that Phoenix is the perfect spot to plan a vacation. Whether you want to spend your time shopping and dining in Downtown Phoenix or hiking Camelback Mountain, there’s plenty of fun activities for everyone. You can book a vacation home in the area of your choice and save by cooking your own meals instead of dining out.


Be Smart About Booking Your Flights


Your flight tickets will probably be your biggest expense, but with the right strategy, you can knock down the price by hundreds of dollars. According to Popular Mechanics, you should book your flights anywhere from two to eight months before you leave if you’re flying internationally. Try to book midweek arrival and departure flights so that you can enjoy significantly lower ticket prices.


Book Budget Accommodations


Want to save big on your accommodations? Booking a campsite is your best bet. But if you’re not outdoorsy, staying in a hostel dorm is another cheap option. Plus, you’ll get to meet other travelers, so you’ll have new friends to explore with.


Need a little more space and privacy? Book a room in a budget hotel or stay at a local home. By choosing a home with a local host, you can get tips that you won’t find in the guidebooks! Try booking a home outside the touristy neighborhoods to get the lowest rates.


Buy Travel Insurance


Yes, travel insurance will cost you upfront. But if you get sick, your flight gets canceled, or you miss part of your trip due to poor weather, you’ll be grateful that you bought it! In order to get the best deal on travel insurance, Consumer Reports suggests comparing several plans and purchasing a policy no later than two weeks before you leave.


Save Money on Food


Eating the local cuisine is one of the best parts of traveling, but if you have a low spending limit, going out to eat every night might be too expensive. Instead, stop by a grocery store and grab some snacks to munch on throughout the day. When you’re hungry for a meal, see if there are any street food stalls around that the locals tend to frequent - you can get delicious lunches and dinners for a fraction of the price you would pay at a restaurant.


Traveling on a tight budget can be exciting and rewarding. You’ll be amazed at how far you can go if you look for deals and spend wisely. Even if you’re low on funds, you don’t need to resign yourself to staying home. There’s a big, beautiful world out there, and you can explore it all on a budget. 

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