10 incredibly effective tips to travel on a budget

The following tips not only help you save a considerable amount of money but also give you the chance to experience more during your travels.

 10 incredibly effective tips to travel on a budget

1. Find affordable apartments or hostels

Undoubtedly, accommodation expenses consume a significant portion of your travel budget. Particularly if you plan to stay in a city for an extended period, accommodation costs can skyrocket. To minimize this expense, consider searching for budget-friendly apartments for short-term rent. These types of apartments often come with kitchen facilities and washing machines, allowing you to cook your meals and do laundry without having to spend extra money on these additional services.

Moreover, with some diligent searching online, you may chance upon affordable hostels or even free accommodations through reputable travel community websites like Couchsurfing.

2. Hunt for cheap airline tickets

Certainly, for those who frequently travel, hunting for cheap tickets can be considered an essential first step. Airlines often have discount periods, so being patient to catch the right time to buy tickets can save you a significant amount of money.

To stay updated on the latest flight information, subscribe to notifications from airlines. However, you should also note that budget airlines often charge additional fees for meals and checked baggage, so it's best to bring along light carry-on luggage and some snacks for the flight.

Overnight or early morning flights are usually cheaper. Additionally, flying overnight saves you time for sightseeing if you only have a short vacation.

4. Utilize public transportation

In tourist cities, most buses or trams pass through famous attractions, which is very convenient for travelers and the fare is cheaper than taking a taxi. For example, in Berlin, Germany, you can take bus number 100 for 3 euros (about 70,000 dong) to visit most major attractions, and in Venice, Italy, there is a public boat trip for 15 euros (about 335,000 dong) one way from the airport to the city center, which is six times cheaper than hiring a private boat.

5. Book secret rooms

There is a very handy service that allows you to book rooms at prices 30-50% cheaper than usual, called 'secret rooms'. This is an ideal service for those who want to save money without hesitation. When booking these types of rooms, you will be provided with all the information about the place you are staying except for the hotel name.

6. Use discount codes

In recent years, online shopping has become very popular, and suppliers have thousands of ways to advertise and attract customers, one of which is offering discount codes. To prepare for your trip, you may need to pre-order some things like tickets or accommodations, and using online discount codes will help you save even more money.

7. Eat local dishes at local eateries

Local eateries catering to locals not only offer tastier food but also tend to be significantly cheaper than tourist-oriented restaurants. So, it's advisable to dine there to save money and also to experience authentic flavors like the locals.

8. Bargain

In some countries, bargaining is considered a part of the buying process, and often you can purchase items for half the price after bargaining.

9. Plan ahead

Spontaneous trips are often exciting but are less likely to save money. The reality is, if you plan your trip in advance, such as researching transportation, reading guides on affordable dining and accommodation from previous travelers... you'll significantly reduce costs.

10. Travel with a companion

Solo travel has its perks, but going alone often results in expenses for food and transportation being 10-50% higher. If you travel with friends, these expenses, especially accommodation and transportation costs, will be shared and significantly cheaper.

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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour