Staying on a Budget This Summer

Traveling any time of the year can be a bit difficult in terms of finances. Summer is often especially hard as things tend to be on the higher end of their prices in the summer. For many, money puts people between a rock and a hard place, leaving them with no ability to do much else beyond going somewhere for a short trek, if even that. However, even when in a financial bind, there are ways that will allow you to navigate vacations and excursions on a budget that works for you, without having to sacrifice too much on your trip. Here are our top tips to staying on a budget this summer for your vacation!

Travel in the Late Summer

The earlier in the summer that you go, the busier the places are and the more expensive they tend to be as well. Travel patterns tend to decrease later in summer, so, if possible, we suggest waiting until August and/or September for your summer trips! However, avoid Labor Day weekend travel if you can, as prices tend to go back up for that long weekend.

Pack Smartly

No matter how you are traveling, packing smartly is incredibly important. People often overpack and then end up having to pay to check a bag. If you pack smartly, for most trips up to one weeklong, you can survive off of a carry-on luggage bag. Avoid the unnecessary extra cost and simply pack lightly. This means packing a reasonable amount of clothes, packing only the necessary toiletries, and filling any remaining available space with only other fully essential items.

Road Trip When Possible

Road tripping is actually often less expensive than a flight. Rather than paying several hundred dollars per person per flight, you can all travel in one vehicle in which you only have to pay for the gasoline. This is far better financially as these total costs often are around the price of one to two flight tickets, but instead of per person, this total can all be split amongst the group. Road tripping is also especially fun as it allows you to explore and enjoy the journey as much as the destination! If you worry about the person enjoying their time as the driver, you can actually make a more enjoyable experience for all by booking a travel trip with a driver! For example, you can book a Van-On-Demand service with us so that you can bring all of your friends, and everyone gets to experience the fun without worrying about driving.