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Traveling abroad can be an unforgettable experience, but it can also be very expensive. However, with a bit of planning and some smart budgeting, you can make your international travel budget-friendly.
I have got some really cool suggestions (the last one being the coolest of all) to assist you cut costs on your upcoming overseas trip. With the below few tips, you can save money and might feel that only one article made you a smart traveler.
Be flexible with travel dates:
See, being flexible with dates is a kind of thumb rule if you want a budget-friendly international trip. Being flexible with dates is different from traveling off-season. I was never in favor of traveling off-season internationally. How you will see the beauty then?
What I am saying is to be flexible with your travel dates means traveling midweeks, looking for days when ticket air tickets are cheaper than usual, booking in advance, etc. Also, look for flights with layovers as they are often cheaper than direct flights.
Pick destinations that are affordable:
When it comes to international travel, some places are more affordable than others. Do your homework and pick a place that won't break the bank. Travelers are known to find certain locations in Southeast Asia, Central America, & Eastern Europe to be budget-friendly.
As an alternative, think about going to a less well-known location that is nonetheless lovely and has a lot to offer but is less expensive than a well-known tourist hotspot.
Eat local food:
If you are a foodie, there is no need to tell you that you must try out the local cuisines or try having street food in whichever country you are traveling in. And if you are a foodie, still the solution is the same, you obviously will eat out, try your hands on local food.
Enjoy the culture and authentic taste, eating at big food chains will increase your trip cost, that's it. You can have food from a big food chain whenever you are back home. Eating out every day can quickly add up to your expenses. Instead, try eating like a local and thank me later.
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Use public transport:
Using public transport has too many benefits to count on. Yes! You read it right. Let me help you understand the benefits. First, using public transport can a lot of money as taking taxis or renting a car can be expensive, especially in a foreign country.
Second, not only is it cheaper, but it also gives you a chance to experience the local culture. Third, public transport has been proven as a much safer option for solo travelers. Fourth, benefits are countless, I told you.
Pro tip: If you want privacy, opt for two-wheelers it is way more cost-effective than renting 4-wheelers.
Avoid unnecessary expenses:
Keep an eye on your spending and maintain your budget. Avoid unnecessary expenses & prioritize the things which is necessary on your trip or for your trip. Like, for example, avoid wasting money on irrational expenses like souvenirs and expensive trips. Instead, concentrate on free or inexpensive things like going to local markets, parks, and museums.
And if you are into activities, try booking it in advance. Keep track of your flight, so that you don't miss it, Keep an eye on your luggage weight, so that you don't have to pay extra for your luggage.
Opt for Cabin baggage only:
Now, this one is very interesting and few people are aware of this topmost secret. So, you sometimes do have the option to opt for air tickets which are out there for passengers who have only cabin luggage and not carrying any check-in bags with them.
This one is really tricky because there are no such options available to choose from. You have to check with your Airline or while booking, if there are tickets available for only cabin tickets it will show you automatically while booking.
So, for this, all you have to do is travel with less luggage and don't miss the chance on booking such a ticket and calculate the magic when you will save almost half of your ticket price!
Are you ready for your next International trip?
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