Yesterday we talked about ways to save for summer vacation, even if money is tight! Today were talking about how to save money while actually on the trip, because traveling on a budget doesn’t mean you have to compromise on comfortable accommodations and decent flight times. 1. Fly to alternate airports- When heading to a city with multiple airports, consider all your options. Flights to alternate airports can be slightly less expensive than flying into a larger, international airport in the same city. Just make sure to calculate taxi fares from all airports before making your decision. 2. Book and fly on the right day of the week- Shop for airfare on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. These are the weakest fly days, and you can save hundreds, just booking for these emptier days. 3. Do your homework to find out which destinations are currently in their off-peak season. You’ll discover that many destinations around Europe have attractive package deals during the spring and early summer months. Traveling during the off-peak season could save you up to 50 percent or more on your entire vacation package. 4. Subscribe to deal sites- Groupon Getaways, Travelzoo and LivingSocial Escapes are three major travel deal sites that will keep you in the know about the latest deals and discounts. You can also sign up for free, membership-only sites like Jetsetter to get exclusive, prenegotiated rates for many luxury hotels and travel packages throughout the country. 5. Negotiate hotel rates- If you can’t find a great deal on a hotel and flight package through a third-party travel site, call the hotel or resort directly and inquire about the best available deals. Sometimes the rates extended by the hotel are lower than those published online. Hotels may need to fill rooms at the last minute, and some will be open to negotiating a rate or package deal 6. Research ground transportation options- Don’t wait until you arrive at the airport to figure out how you are going to get to your hotel or resort. Research taxi service providers and rental car companies before you leave so you can negotiate a rate or book a great deal. 7. Look for freebies and deals at your final destination- Search for free attractions, events and guided tours at venues throughout the town or city you’re visiting. Keeping activity costs low means you can spend more on a great meal and splurge on other travel expenses. You could also check the daily deal sites at the city you’re visiting to see what types of discounts are available for local activities, events and dining destinations. Consider buying a city pass or similar activity card that lets you visit several attractions for one low price. What do you do to save money while on vacation? Help us out, by leaving your travel tip!
Posted on: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 04:22:00 +0000
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