10 thrifty travel tips

Holidays are round the corner and you are already ready with your vacation plans, right?  Perhaps even a sunny vacation to Panama City Beach?  Vacations are always great as you get good time to spend with your family while leaving the stress behind. We all love to travel and we so wish we could travel often. With slowdown of the global economy people often think a lot before they plan a good vacation. However, a budget vacation that saves you money and gives you the thrill and joy you always craved for, is a dream come true for most travelers like you who are traveling on a tight budget.

Here are 10 thrifty travel tips to make the most on your vacation without digging a hole in your pocket.
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1. Plan your vacation during off-season: Planning your trip during off-season is a great way to save on your trip. Not only are the air fares cheap but you also enjoy huge discounts on your accommodation too. Moreover, you are to your favorite destination that is not over-crowded and you have enjoy every bit of your vacation be it sightseeing or relishing the yummy food in restaurants, you won’t see crowd anywhere. Also there is off-season at some place in the world throughout the year, so you can enjoy off-season discounts year long!

1. Set a fixed travel budget: Calculate your budget by adding your airfare, accommodation, transportation, shopping and food etc. Once you have a fixed budget, you can make the bookings that fit in your set limit and you cut down on unnecessary expenses.
2. Choose an affordable destination: There are many amazing holiday destination in the world that are quite affordable. Check for the exchange rate, it should be lower or equal to your country currency. Countries like Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam are popular destination for people who love historical architecture, exotic cuisine and breath-taking natural beauty.  
3. Travel in a group: Group travelling reduces the traveling costs as you share the expenses amongst the group. You save on your car rentals and taxi rides too. Booking a cab for 4 is much affordable than booking a cab for 2. Or if you are traveling with a larger group, then a private van is much affordable. You can even save at restaurants by dividing the bill, moreover you enjoy more meals too!
4. Book your vacations through travel deals sites: You will get amazing offers and discounts if you book through popular travel deals sites. You can choose your desired destination that suits your budget too.
5. Book your stay at vacation rentals: Hotels and resorts increase your budget as these are costlier as compared to vacation rentals. Moreover travelling in a group can reduce the booking expenses further as you can book a condo, apartment or an entire house at a comparatively cheaper rate.
6. Eat at local joints: Food is quite expensive at fancy restaurant and popular hotels. It is always better to eat at local joints as the food served is very fresh and you can enjoy the local cuisine at dirt cheap rates. Eat where the locals eat and also eat what the locals eat.
7. Use a guidebook: Buy a latest guidebook of the country from the airport and check out the places on your own without hiring a tourist guide. You will experience the beauty and atmosphere and walking to local markets and parks give you a total traveler experience.
8. Pay in cash: Avoid using credit cards to tourist locations. Makes sure you carry the country’s local currency and paying in cash always keeps you within your set budget.
9. Avoid shopping: Well, you get tempted to shop at a new place, however avoid. You are on a holiday that does not mean you should go shopping around. If you so want, just buy a memento for memories.
10. Research and plan beforehand: Do some homework about the country you are planning to travel to, like places you get cheap things, best cheap eateries, etc. If you have enough information about your vacation spot, you will be able to make an informed decision and make the most from your holidays within your set budget.

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