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If the travel bug has bitten, you know you will not be happy unless you are seeing the sights in some exotic locale, or checking out new cuisine at a destination you have been wanting to see for a while. These travel tips could save you some money! By Lina S. Yates Saving money is great, but if the travel bug has bitten, you know you will not be happy unless you are seeing the sights in some exotic locale, or checking out new cuisine at a destination you have been wanting to see for a while. Here is the key: do your research, follow a few simple guidelines, and you will find bargains and get to where you want to go while spending a lot less money than you might have originally thought. 1. Go in the off-season. Do not travel when everyone else is. Off-season is a great time for getting discounts. Not only that, but you definitely will avoid the crowds. So haul out that spirit of adventure! 2. If you are flying, do everything you can to lower the cost of transportation. Air travel can make up a large part of your costs. When looking for airfares online, check prices for different times of the day, and different days of the week. Alternatively, fly in the middle of the week, rather than on a weekend. Even the time of day you check prices can make a difference - try logging on after midnight, or on different days. 3. Check out the alternatives to flying. You can definitely be creative, and try something you have never tried before. Cruises are fun, and you can sometimes get good deals. Traveling by bus can be an option if you have additional time. Train rides are also a great experience. 4. Your car can take you places. Sure, gas prices are high, but if it is possible to drive to where you want to go, definitely compare prices. You will have other possible expenses, like overnight accommodation, so make sure you consider the extras. You should definitely get your car serviced before you leave, to avoid emergency repair bills. 5. Check for bargain hotel rates. It never hurts to ask if you can get a discount for a room. Hotels like to be full, so if there are too many empty rooms, often you can negotiate a better room rate. A hotel that hosts numerous business conferences, for example, is likely to be less busy on weekends. 6. Consider accommodation alternatives. You do not always have to stay at a hotel. Bed and breakfasts often offer a lot of bang for the buck, and you will not be stuck in a busy, touristy area. There are also retreat centers, timeshares, and hostels. Do not forget about house sitting, either. Alternatively, you could set up an exchange of your home with someone else in the area to which you want to travel. In the summertime, you can often rent empty dorm rooms from colleges and universities. Traveling definitely does not have to be expensive. Just make sure you do your research, follow the tips in this article, and you will be well on your way to your destination with extra pocket money! About the Author: Lina S. Yates presents day tips for all the tangents in your day at 99tangents.com. If you are planning a trip, or trying to save money on your next vacation, make sure you check out all the travel tips at 99Tangents. Article source: 111 Travel Directory: Triple1.com (triple one dot com) More free articles: 1st Rate Articles - 1stRateArticles.com |
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