When you travel abroad, you expose yourself to fraud, and it usually ends with you losing money - because this is what you call when you spend extra money on things that could be much cheaper. But today, I will share with you some important tips to start saving your money during your vacation abroad. This is especially useful for beginner travelers who have not had the opportunity to experience all of this - I know I have been burnt several times to the point where I have learned my lesson now. Don't make the same mistakes and follow these tips to save money during your vacation!
How to Save Money While Traveling
1. If you don't have a package with included flights, make sure to research the best option online. Don't use just one website to search for the best (cheapest) flight; make sure to check more and always try to visit the official website of the airline because you usually get the best prices. Bonus: If you know the exact dates two months in advance, that's even better, and the prices will be lower!
2. If you're not going to the beach where you need a pool and a hotel to relax and plan to explore a country or city, try to find a place to rent instead of staying in a hotel. You can find amazing deals on websites like Airbnb.
3. Follow the locals: They definitely know where to get the best prices. For example, in Paris cafes, you'll pay more than twice the price of coffee if you decide to drink it while sitting at a table instead of standing at the bar or having it on the go! Pay attention to what the locals do and follow their lead. You'll save a lot of money this way, and you'll always know that you're eating/drinking at high-quality and authentic places!
4. Activities: Many major cities have city passes that offer you a lot of discounts. If not, try to research your activities and book them or buy tickets online, as most attractions offer special prices for those who purchase online and/or in advance.
5. Souvenirs: These are the things that often lead us to spend ridiculous amounts of money on them, even though they're not worth it! If the suggestion of thinking twice before buying a knitted sweater with a smile on it doesn't do it for you, at least try to look around and don't buy from the first place you see - try to shop from local vendors instead of souvenir shops where prices are extremely high. Also, learn if you can haggle in that country: in Turkey, for example, you usually get products at half the price you're initially told if you negotiate.
These 5 money-saving tips can be immensely advantageous as they provide valuable insights and guidance and should help you keep some extra cash in your pockets instead of putting it into the pockets of local residents who want to deceive you.
