Rule number one when travelling is to try and save as much money as possible because the last thing you want is to find yourself with empty pockets in a foreign country. So many people know this fact, but the problem is that they have no idea how to save. If you are one of those people, worry not. Below is a list of 7 ways to save money while travelling. Ensure you keep the tips in mind and save some cash.
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Come up with a budget and stick to it
The first thing you need to do for you to save money is to build a budget. Make a list of things you expect to do and the total amount you want to spend during the trip. It may sound old-school, but it always works. A considerable number of travellers don’t create a household budget, and that is why they end up spending more than they want to. Yes, you may not have any idea how much items cost at the destination. That is why you have to do your research and leave some allowance in every calculation you make. Without a strict budget, don’t expect to save even a penny.
Use credit cards with low foreign transaction fees
Using credit cards is usually one of the main disadvantages of travelling blindly. You may lose some money as you have no idea what foreign transaction fees you are going to incur. To avoid this, simply go ahead and do thorough research regarding your debit card and the foreign transaction fee. If you find out that the charges are expensive, find out which credit card has fewer costs. You can then go ahead and apply for one so that you save yourself from spending too much on transactions only. You may think that you are spending a lot, yet you are not the problem, but the foreign transaction fees are. It is also one of the things that can easily make you go beyond your budget.
Use social media to find free events in the area
Don’t go around signing up for expensive activities that are going to drain your accounts within the first few weeks. You should instead opt for free events in the area, and the best way to find them is through social media. These might be dirt bike racing events, free parties, rock climbing events, among others. With free activities, you get to have the most fun without spending anything. You also get to save a lot from the activity funds. By doing so, you are sure to save more while having absolute fun throughout your journey. If the event is expensive, try as much as possible to avoid it and instead find an alternative.
Look for travelling discounts
Another way to save money is to join discount membership services. There are so many travelling sites luring customers by offering them huge discounts on flights, hotels and other important things like having meals at their restaurants. To find these deals, make frequent visits to travelling sites and also read more of travel magazines. Coming across such discounts is easy if you look in all the right places. So far, it is one of the best ways to save hundreds of dollars in an instant. Having one flight discount alone guarantees you tremendous savings. You can look out for advertisements and see which companies are offering discounts to which destinations.
Avoid eating out frequently
If you are lucky enough to find accommodations that have kitchens, try your best to cook your meals instead of eating out. The amount of money you spend on a single meal is enough to give you a couple of meals if you cook at your hotel. Only eat out once in a while and when you want to taste exotic foods. Other times save plenty of money by cooking your meals. This trick is more economical if you have your family with you. Remember, food is one thing that is more expensive since you have to enjoy a meal every couple of hours.
Travelling becomes fun if you know you are not going to spend too much money. The tips above are very popular for saving money while travelling. Make sure you keep each trick in mind once you set foot on a foreign country. By doing so, you get to save cash while enjoying yourself throughout the journey.
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