Chances are, there’s already a lot you know about saving money when you travel. You know to compare prices online, you know that if you combine airfare with a hotel, you can save, and you know you should hop in the car with a budget in hand. However, there are things you probably don’t know that can save you money on your next trip.
Here are four money-saving tips for travelers who are looking for new and creative ways to save.
How You Get and Carry Your Cash Matters
How much is it going to cost you to carry that cash? If you have a wad in your pocket, you’re more likely to spend it. Not to mention, it’s a lot easier for a pickpocket to steal.
Instead of traveling abroad with money, have someone send you cash when you get there with a money transfer service. It will keep you from emptying your pockets in the airport, it means there’s nothing for anyone to steal, and you can save on ATM fees and exchange rates.
Staying stateside? Keep your cash in different places. That way, if a pickpocket makes off with your wallet, he doesn’t take off with the cash in your front pocket and backpack.
Search for Airfare, Hotels, and Car Rental Incognito
You already know to search for the best airfare, hotel, and car deals online, but companies may be increasing their prices, and you don’t even know it.
Some companies are using your browser history against you. They may hike airfare and hotel prices based on your previous searches. If you live in an affluent area, they may hike your prices as well.
Instead, search using your browser’s incognito mode, and they can’t use your search history or location to make you think you’re getting a good deal, when you aren’t.
Get a City Tourism Card
If you’re touring a popular place, like New York City or Paris, look into the city’s tourism card. It can help you save in many ways:
- Discounts at attractions, like museums and theme parks
- Discounts at stores
- Discounts at restaurants
- Free public transportation
- Free guidebooks
Just make sure you look into the card’s special deals, and determine if paying for the card will be worth the money.
Get a Different Room
There’s a lot you know to if you don’t want a sky-high service bill. Leave the drinks untouched in the minibar, and park your own car. If you really want to save, skip that room altogether.
How much time are you actually going to spend in your hotel room? A cheap room is less fancy, but when you’ll only be spending enough time there to sleep, there’s no reason for it to have a great view.
Saving money on a vacation means more than creating a budget and comparing prices online. With the tips on this list, you can find new ways to save on your latest trip, so you can start planning your next vacation as soon as you get home!
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