Tips for a Cheap and Fun Family Vacation

A great vacation doesn't have to go abroad. Vacation locations in our area are very beautiful places that will certainly make your vacation more economical, fun, and certainly closer to your family. So, for those of you who want a frugal and fun vacation, let's read the following tips.
 
1. Do a vacation location survey

Before going on vacation, you definitely have to determine where you are going. To make sure that the place you want to visit matches your expectations of a vacation or not. Surveys can be done via the internet, travel books, or brochures from travel agents. In addition, by conducting surveys you can start calculating the range of money you need for a vacation to the place you are going, and also you can find out if there are promotions or discounts. so that your will to save money becomes easier.

2. Try not to go during the holiday season

In most tourist attractions, prices during the holiday season will be more expensive than during the regular season. Therefore, you will be able to save even more if you go before or after the holiday season. In addition, you can be more flexible if you go not during the holiday season, because it is usually quieter, so you can enjoy your vacation more.

3. Place your order in advance

After conducting a survey and having determined your destination, now you have to start ordering transportation tickets, lodging, or even if you have one, tourist tickets at the location. Usually if the order is made long ago, you will get a cheaper special price or you can get other interesting offers while you are on vacation.

4. Prioritize comfort over luxury

Forget about luxury vacations if you want to save money. But don't let because you are very frugal, the vacation becomes uncomfortable. Prioritize your comfort, whether in choosing transportation, accommodation, or a vacation guide. As long as it's comfortable, everyone will be happy. And of course it will be even more fun if you can vacation comfortably, luxuriously, but cheaply. Maybe, but rarely.

5. Record expenses during the holidays

Don't forget to always record every expense you make, no matter how small. This will help you organize and know where your money is going. By knowing all of that, we can reduce our chances for extravagance and extravagance that makes vacations expensive.

6. Be careful in shopping

This should be your last thought, because it is often your biggest source of spending on vacation. When going to a vacation spot, of course buying souvenirs and some items is highly recommended so that you can remember your vacation moments, but don't make shopping your top priority if you don't want to run out of money on the following holiday days. look for cheap but good places to shop. Usually shopping at traditional markets will be cheaper and more diverse than souvenir shops.

7. Bring cash

Always carry cash when you are on vacation. Of course not for extravagant use, but by bringing cash, you will be better able to manage your expenses during the holidays. By bringing cash, you can see immediately how much money is left, so you can think more deeply before spending money.

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