5 tips for an economical trip

Traveling is always expensive. However, careful planning and following basic rules will help you save every penny and prevent disorderly spending.

What is the secret of strategic planning and how to travel even with a limited budget? This is what GOBankingRates told us.

Planning and advance booking

Everything about the upcoming trip should be planned in advance. You should realize that a chaotic trip can lead to equally chaotic expenses. Therefore, it is better to monitor offers in advance and book the most favorable tickets, travel packages, and rooms.

Alternative accommodation options

You don't have to focus solely on hotel rooms. Pay attention to cheap hostels or offers provided by platforms such as Airbnb, Couchsurfing, and Hostelworld. This way, you can snatch up more pleasant and diverse accommodation options.

Public transportation

You will definitely not regret if you decide to use public transportation. This way, you can save money, get a glimpse into the daily life of the locals and see places that are not mentioned in tourist brochures.

Street food and local establishments

Just like with public transportation, street food and popular dining options can reveal local gems you've never heard of. In addition, prices in such places are always lower than in tourist centers.

Impressions come first

To bring back something as a souvenir of your trip, you don't have to leave your money in specialized stores or shopping centers. Give preference to impressions and things that can be brought back, if not for free, then at least for a reasonable price.

Earlier, TravelWise reported how to save money for a trip.