How to travel on a budget?

How to travel on a budget?

Travel doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, you can travel on a budget and enjoy the finer things in life without digging deep into your pocketbook.  These budget travel tips will give you the tools to start planning your trip and making travel a large part of your life.

Travel doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, you can travel on a budget and enjoy the finer things in life without digging deep into your pocketbook.  These budget travel tips will give you the tools to start planning your trip and making travel a large part of your life.

 

 

Traveling on a budget does not have to be a cheap experience.

Alternatively, traveling abroad while spending your hard-earned money wisely is a rewarding and relatively easy thing to do.

Find out how to travel on a budget with these top 10 money-saving travel hacks. Jintravel will tell you how to travel abroad on a budget.

 

 

How to travel on a budget?

1. Prepare for your adventure

2. Travel out of season

3. Pack properly

4. Do you know how much a visa costs?

5. Book in advance

6. Be flexible

7. Shop at local markets

8. Use public transport

9. Choose hostels and campsites.

10. Look for discounts on major attractions.

 

 

1. Prepare for your adventure

Creating and having a planned daily budget will make traveling more affordable and ease any worries you may have about over-spending.

You don’t have to need a tight, hour-by-hour itinerary, but you should at least have an idea of how long you’ll be spending in each city or country, and know the route that your epic adventure will take. Leaving less to chance means less unexpected spending; last-minute flights and accommodation are often far more expensive.

Preparation is everything when it comes to traveling the world on a budget!

 

 

2. Travel out of season

Avoid trips during the school holidays, this is when the travel industry hikes up prices to take advantage of families who can only travel during these weeks. Research the best time to visit your intended destination, and then travel just before or after these dates. This is called the ‘shoulder season’, where you’ll still have a great trip but maybe the sun won’t shine quite as brightly (and, on the plus side, it won’t be quite as hot.) Hotels and airlines lower their prices to attract customers during this time.

 

 

3. Pack properly

Make sure you bring everything you need so that you don’t have to shop while you’re away (apart from a few souvenirs). No matter where you’re heading, take at least one pair of long jeans, a warm hoodie, and a waterproof jacket for unpredictable weather incidents.  For some in-depth advice, check out our: 12 smart travel packing tips and tricks

4. Do you know how much a visa costs?

Some countries don’t require visas for entry as a short-term traveler, and others charge for the privilege of entering. Be aware of what you’re getting into, as you can plan your journey around destinations with cheap visa processes.

 

 

5. Book in advance

Another simple thing to remember, but often prices will go up as time gets closer to your trip. Booking train journeys, hostel beds, and of course air travel ahead of time guarantees you won’t get stuck having to spring for a flashier room or a last-minute price-gouged flight.

6. Be flexible

This might be one of the most important qualities for a budget-savvy backpacker to have. Being able to drop plans and switch things up at the last minute will help you take advantage of deals and opportunities that arise on your travels. Don’t be tied to your plans.

 

 

7. Shop at local markets

Eat seasonal products and local products. Get closer to the local market and observe the prices and the offer. What you can find more easily, will be the cheapest.

8. Use public transport

Buses and trains are cheaper than planes. It’s that simple! A journey on an overnight train also means you have one less night in a hostel to pay for.

 

 

9. Choose hostels and campsites.

Yes, everyone loves the luxury of a five-star hotel. But sadly, in a lot of places, this is just not realistic for those on a budget. Hostels are a sure way to meet other travelers and this creates a great atmosphere, giving you potential traveling companions whilst also saving money. Camping is also a great choice for budget accommodation, especially if you’re a person who enjoys the outdoors. However, we would only recommend camping if you’ll be traveling during the summer months!

 

 

10. Look for discounts on major attractions.

Obviously, when you’re traveling you want to see everything the country has to offer, including the attractions which bring millions of people every year. But before paying a fee to see these, you can research and see if it’s possible to see them for less. Many tourist attractions have a student or youth discount and some attractions are free for everyone on certain days, like the Louvre Museum in Paris which offers free entry on the first Sunday of every month.

So you see, if you come prepared, you can easily travel the world, no matter what your budget is!