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Hitting the road for that vacation you spent all year saving for should be full of excitement. For some, though, it’s full of fret and worry. While you are supposed to be “relaxing,” running up the credit card is anything but comforting.
If you are looking to hit the road and unwind, practice some of these penny-pinching tips while you are out and about.
Book Rooms with Refrigerators and Microwaves
Eating out on vacation is one of the best parts about going. That doesn’t mean you have to eat out for every single meal. Once a day or even every other day can significantly cut costs.
If you get a room with a refrigerator and a microwave, you can get cold cuts, bread for lunch. Throw in a jug of milk, and you can have cereal for breakfast.
Plan Your Meals
Grab and go in your room is one thing. If you want to get creative, freeze a few meals, and take a crockpot or an InstaPot with you. This way, you are eating well without the cost.
Take some time and check out the local restaurant scene. Pick a pizza night, and a nice restaurant, and then eat in your room the rest of the time. Plan your meals and prepare them the week before. Then take a cooler and pack them up. There you have it. You still get to eat out, but you’ve saved a significant amount of money.
Find Free Activities
Every vacation town hosts lots of fun, free activities. Enjoy them. Before you leave for your trip, reach out to the hotel or booking agency you used. They should be well versed in what’s happening around town. Ask them for advice on what to do.
You’d be surprised how many vacation destinations have free concerts in the park, fireworks nights, or other activities to keep the travelers coming to town.
If you know before you go, you can plan activity days and relaxing days.
Carry Snacks and a Water Bottle
Each stop at the local convenience store can put you $10-$20 in the hole. For what? Snacks and drinks? There are much better ways.
Convenient store prices are tough to stomach when you are on a budget. Be smart; carry your snacks and drinks with you. A travel backpack with some sweet and salty treats can save you quite a bit of money.
If you get a reusable thermos or a Hydro flask and keep it filled with ice water, you can save a bit of money on drinks.
Conclusion
Vacation shouldn’t break the bank. You should be able to enjoy yourself without worry. You don’t have to go broke to have a good time. You need to be smart and plan.
With these savings tips, you’ll be able to keep your money in the back, so it will be there when it’s time to start looking for Banff homes for sale, you’ll be ready.
