Summer Vacation Plans? Tips to Stay on Budget Before Traveling
Summer Vacation Plans? Tips to Stay on Budget Before Traveling
Summer Vacation Plans? Tips to Stay on Budget Before Traveling
2023 will be a summer of traveling for many. After years of pandemic-related restrictions and cancellations, Americans are looking forward to an overdue reprieve this summer –and deservedly so.
Even for diligent planners, vacation expenses add up quickly. Whether you are splurging or traveling on a budget, here are some money-conscious tips to help avoid overspending.
2) Redeem rewards. If your credit card has a reward program, take advantage of earned points. Explore if you can cash them in towards flights, a rental car, gift cards, or other travel expenses.
3) Research for deals. There are many websites, forums, travel agents, and bloggers who share cost-saving opportunities that can range from discounted theme park tickets and meal deals, to excursions, packaged entertainment deals and more, depending on your destination and vacation type.
4) Plan to cook. If your accommodations include a kitchen or kitchenette, pickup or have groceries delivered and plan to eat in for a few meals. Dining out for every meal of every day will eat up much of a vacation budget.
5) Opt-in to notifications. By researching and planning ahead, you can subscribe to email lists and utilize online resources that allow you to receive notifications of deals, flash sales, or price drops for airfare, lodging, event tickets, and other pre-planned expenses.
Alloy Silverstein Accountants and Advisors · Summer 2023