| Traveling can make the average persons head | | | | invest in a book such as the Entertainment Book |
| spin. There's so much to do, even if you are | | | | which has saved me lots of money for my |
| aware of most of the things on this list, it would | | | | domestic travel trips. This is a good investment |
| be wise to print it out. Most likely you will indeed | | | | because it can save you money even when |
| find one or two ideas that never crossed your | | | | you're not traveling. (Restaurants, Oil changes, |
| mind. Save yourself a headache and some money | | | | Nails, Hotels, Car Rentals and much more). |
| by doing some of the below. | | | | Package Deals If you are going to need more |
| Research your specific travel destination well by | | | | than a hotel, airfare or car rental, seriously |
| going to the book store or library and get books | | | | consider a package deal. You will most likely save |
| for your destination or join online forums for the | | | | lots of money. |
| destination. Find out what the local Language is, If | | | | Stock up at the Dollar Store Save loads of |
| you need a different Currency etc. | | | | money by getting your toiletries, Pain relievers, |
| Be Informed One of your first stops once you | | | | batteries for cameras, water, and even groceries |
| arrive should be to the Tourism Office, they have | | | | at some dollar stores. |
| maps, local information and usually sell Public | | | | If internet access is important, book your |
| Transportation Passes. | | | | accommodation at a place with free Wifi or free |
| Extended Stay is when you need a hotel type | | | | internet cafe. |
| room for a longer period (weekly, monthly etc). | | | | Don't over pack! Go through your suitcase a |
| They are much cheaper than regular hotels the | | | | couple of times and only pack what you |
| longer you stay. These types of rooms also have | | | | absolutely must have on a daily basis or pertinent |
| a small kitchenette with Fridge/Microwave that will | | | | to your trip. Traveling with heavy luggage is not |
| save you money without eating at restaurants. | | | | only a drag, but can cost you substantially at the |
| Hostels (Not Hotels) are a popular way for | | | | airport check in counter. |
| students, backpackers, solo travelers and more | | | | Use a Backpack A backpack is extremely |
| to save tons of money by staying in a dormitory | | | | comfortable compared to purses hanging off your |
| type room. There are bunk beds and a shared | | | | shoulder, it leaves your hands and arms free to |
| multi shared bathrooms, and a kitchen in the main | | | | carry maps, drinks etc. It also gives you room to |
| area. Rates range from $15 and up per night. An | | | | put your souvenirs away snugly instead of |
| awesome value if you're up for the experience. | | | | carrying bags all day. |
| Traveling Internationally usually means different | | | | Travel during off season, you will get the best |
| electricity voltage. Basically your flat iron or cell | | | | rates and less crowds. Different destinations have |
| phone charger needs a plug adapter in order to | | | | different off seasons. Basically the opposite of |
| work. You can get Travel Adapter Plugs at | | | | when you think is the best time to go. You can |
| Amazon or Ebay. They're found easily in big cities | | | | find out your specific destination for off season |
| or at International Airports, trust me it's cheaper | | | | by contacting the local tourism office. |
| on Amazon. | | | | Make a list of all important Prescription Medicines |
| Extra Discounts If you are an Auto Club Member, | | | | along with the pharmacy number, you may need |
| Senior Citizen, or Youth (usually under 25) you get | | | | in case of an emergency. |
| better rates for hotels, airline travel etc. Also | | | | |