Every loves to travel during the summer. The kids are out of school, the work load is not as high, and airlines compete for your business. If you work hard all year you deserve take a vacation even if it is just a mini-vacation. Here are 7 tips to save money when planning your summer vacation.
1. Plan ahead. Plan at least one year in advance for vacations especially if you in debt, recently getting out of debt or live paycheck to paycheck. This way you can save enough money to go on vacation without going into debt to pay for it.
2. Find deals. Shop around to find the best deal. Visit websites like www.hotwire.com, www.priceline.com, www.orbitz.com, www.cheaptickets.com or www.hotels.com to find cheap rates for hotel, airfare and cruises.
3. Talk. Talk to friends and neighbors about their current or past vacations and find out how they planned their vacation, i.e. ask about any discounts or sales they know about, inexpensive restaurants, shops, etc.
4. Move fast. When you hear about vacation sales or discounts you have to move quickly to capitalize on the deal because they usually don't last long. If you saved your money all year long then you can take advantage of discounts when they become available.
5. Spending Money. When traveling it is best to buy traveler's checks, they can quickly be replaced if lost. If you credit card is stolen you may not have another credit card available to purchase any necessities. Buy everything needed before traveling. Toiletries are more expensive at other locations when traveling. Take one credit card only for emergencies.
6. Buy traveler's insurance. Buy traveler's insurance. This will reduce the costs of medical bills that could accrue if you get sick on a cruise ship or flight and prevent you from going into debt.
7. Use restraint. Use restraint while on vacation. Don't buy everything you see in the tourist stores or malls. If you know you will be tempted don't even go into the store. Buy items or souvenir gifts at flea markets or only buy items that are on sale.
Write me at hfreeman@hefreemanenterprises.com and let me know how my tips helped you during your summer vacation!
Copyright © 2007 H.E. Freeman Enterprises
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If you have reward credit card, You can also use your earned points to finance your vacation.
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