After participating in the Great British Budget as an expert, I was contacted by Deal Checker, a travel search engine for a few tips on travelling on the cheap. As you know, I travel a lot and I’m not exactly a millionaire, so I’ve learned a few things here and there that might be useful for others. Here are my top 5 tips for travelling on the cheap:
- Stay away from ‘tourist trap’ restaurants – they tend to charge more for lesser quality and you don’t really get the local vibe of the place.
- Get a map and walk to places. You’ll get to see more and save on transportation.
- If you can’t afford a hotel and enjoy the social aspect of travelling, try Couch Surfing. You get to meet interesting locals and you don’t have to pay, although a bottle of wine or a cake would be nice and courteous. Alternatively, there’s also Airbnb, which I use frequently.
- Don’t be afraid to look stingy and bring your own food on the plane. You won’t be able to smuggle in any drinks due to the liquids restriction but you can get away with packets of biscuits or a couple of sandwiches.
- Do your homework and find out in advance which museums are free. If it’s a big museum, you might be able to make a whole day out of it.
Read mine and everyone else’s tips on Deal Checker- they did a great looking free e-book that you can download! What are your tips for saving money when travelling?
The ultimate guide to saving money on holiday from Dealchecker.co.uk
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Super tips my dear…I agree with the snacks, because plane food is not always so good and it can also be pricey!! I like to find the places where the people go that live in the place I’m visiting, tourist places are often too crowded and not enjoyable really. Great post doll, Loves & Loves <3
I try to find different places too… Just walking the streets and absorb everything…
P.S. Thank you for the sweet comment on my Wednesday post, so kind. I think you’re awesome too & love ya lots!! xx
P.S. Thank you for the sweet comment on my Wednesday post, so kind. I think you’re awesome too & love ya lots!! xx We must meet soon :))
No problem, it comes from the heart! We really must!
Yes, to all of these!
Travel is the best, there’s no reason to go without even if you don’t have loads of money!