If you thinking of hitting the road for a longer term vacation and wanting to make your dollars stretch further, there has never been a better time than now.
First Things First.
1) Research Your Airfares Check websites that compare multiple engines like Sidestep or Kayak to get an idea for your time frame.
If you can, try to be flexible as possible with dates.
Typically , Tuesday through Thursday travel will be less expensive but it pays to check as many dates as possible.
If the results are through US carriers, it may be worth it to compare with the site directly for more flight options or sometimes even better fares.
Also, be sure to sign up for any mileage programs and check website such as Flyertalk to see if any promotions are running that may help you earn more miles.
2) Make your own drinks and drink Water.
Instead of spending lots of dough drinking at your favorite holiday nightspot, why not try purchasing your own and enjoying a few drinks at your room before heading out.
Its easy in most places to grab some brew or even alcohol from a close by store, and this one idea saves me a ton of money every time I travel.
Usually I only need a drink or two after to keep me going all night.
Another big money saver for me when eating out is to ask for water only with my meal.
Over the course of a long holiday, this save me lots and I get a extra night or two out for no more money.
Nice! 3) Teach English or any Other Skill you Have Why not use an existing skill you have to make some extra dough or barter for a nice dinner? If you have a degree, you can easily look for a job teaching English formally if you are having an extended vacation.
Otherwise , an impromptu guitar lesson or English lesson can help you make some spare dough or catch a free meal in your travels and not put a huge dent on your free time.
4) Find Free Things to Do There are literally tons of free things to do while on vacation that are both fun and interesting.
Take some time before your trip and research parks around your area.
Check local papers for free events and museums.
If you are close to the coast, find the best local beach (usually no charge) and catch some rays and swim a day away.
Talk to the locals and get interested in their daily lives.
This one idea has lead me on incredible adventures and also to having lifelong friendships.
First Things First.
1) Research Your Airfares Check websites that compare multiple engines like Sidestep or Kayak to get an idea for your time frame.
If you can, try to be flexible as possible with dates.
Typically , Tuesday through Thursday travel will be less expensive but it pays to check as many dates as possible.
If the results are through US carriers, it may be worth it to compare with the site directly for more flight options or sometimes even better fares.
Also, be sure to sign up for any mileage programs and check website such as Flyertalk to see if any promotions are running that may help you earn more miles.
2) Make your own drinks and drink Water.
Instead of spending lots of dough drinking at your favorite holiday nightspot, why not try purchasing your own and enjoying a few drinks at your room before heading out.
Its easy in most places to grab some brew or even alcohol from a close by store, and this one idea saves me a ton of money every time I travel.
Usually I only need a drink or two after to keep me going all night.
Another big money saver for me when eating out is to ask for water only with my meal.
Over the course of a long holiday, this save me lots and I get a extra night or two out for no more money.
Nice! 3) Teach English or any Other Skill you Have Why not use an existing skill you have to make some extra dough or barter for a nice dinner? If you have a degree, you can easily look for a job teaching English formally if you are having an extended vacation.
Otherwise , an impromptu guitar lesson or English lesson can help you make some spare dough or catch a free meal in your travels and not put a huge dent on your free time.
4) Find Free Things to Do There are literally tons of free things to do while on vacation that are both fun and interesting.
Take some time before your trip and research parks around your area.
Check local papers for free events and museums.
If you are close to the coast, find the best local beach (usually no charge) and catch some rays and swim a day away.
Talk to the locals and get interested in their daily lives.
This one idea has lead me on incredible adventures and also to having lifelong friendships.
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