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Friday 6 March 2020

Traveling on a Budget

Budget travel is interesting and exciting.  With today’s economic climate traveling on a budget is becoming the new norm. It is crucial to keep your travel costs low, so you can afford to take a vacation.

When planning your travel budget, keep in mind what your priorities are and where it is possible to reduce the cost. For example, if your priority is staying at a top-quality hotel, you might need to spend less on sightseeing or shopping.

Don’t underestimate how important it is to have a travel budget. You should budget for every facet of your vacation, such as airfare, hotel, food, sightseeing,  car rental/taxi, gasoline.  Determine what each one should cost and start researching for the best deals.

If you plan on visiting attractions like museums or theme parks there are many deals available, as they often have specials to attract tourists. Make sure to visit the website of each attraction to see what’s on offer. There is often free admission for kids and certain admission days that have a lower cost.

Additional discounts are available for those who are members of the military or senior citizens. Also, if you are a member of AAA. Be sure to check the AAA office to see if they have any discounted tickets. They often sell admission tickets for popular attractions such as Disney World.  You should take advantage of the discounts that are offered, so you can stay within your budget.

Check that your car is in good condition if you are driving to your destination. You would incur extra expenses if you have not checked that everything is working correctly. Be sure you have a map or Satellite Navigation System so you don’t get lost or you would be just wasting gas driving around, which would cost you more.

Regardless of how you save money on your next vacation, the main idea is to have a budget and adhere to it. This will enable you to worry less and have an enjoyable vacation.


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