How to Vacation on a Budget
Stress is unhealthy, which is one reason why a vacation can actually help boost your health. Vacations ward off burnout and build family bonds. You might think a vacation is impossible, on your family's budget. However, these tips will help show you how to plan a vacation you can afford.
Instructions
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Make your budget fund a family affair. Keep a five-gallon water bottle or other big container in the family room and ask everybody to empty their change into the jar each day. In a year's time you will have a tidy sum of cash!
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When looking for lodging, consider a "star" less than you might normally reserve. After all, how much time will you really spend in the room? Or consider bidding on a room at websites such as Priceline.com, where you can name your price and possibly get a great deal.
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If you do spend much of your time hanging out in the room, consider a cabin or suite with at least a mini kitchen. Buy purchasing and cooking most of your meals, you can save a bundle.
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With gas prices at all-time highs, traveling to your vacation destination can be the bulk of your budget. Consider a location that is close enough to home to save money, but far enough away to really feel like a get-away.
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Visit friends and family for your vacation. Staying with loved ones can save a pretty penny as well as be a fun, memory-building time. If you do stay with relatives or friends, be a good guest. Clean up after yourself, pitch in on food and other costs, and don't wear out your welcome.
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Tips & Warnings
If you have a AAA or similar membership, ask about discounts, coupons and even free road maps.
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Comments
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johnbhoy
Jun 15, 2010
great post. we are stating with family this year and taking the train. so hopefully will save some pennies. -
DiscountTickets
Jun 14, 2010
Such a great way to vacation on a budget. -
Savvyone
Jun 14, 2010
Good post for the summer. -
jennen
Mar 13, 2009
Great suggestions... I see it is time to take a vacation. You have shared five star instructions. -
Scarlett Morgan
Feb 25, 2009
Good call on Craig's List -- never thought of trying that! 5*