Choose destinations with good value for money.

Where to go to bundle up is a wide choice. But take Sydney off the bucket list. Australia may have the weather, but it has the prices to go with it. The same goes for Barbados. Take a look at Ecuador, Honduras and Colombia. Yes, Colombia has been seriously cleaned up. Now you just have to repair your image and it will be ‘the’ new destination. So now would be a good time to go to Medellín. The weather throughout the year in Bogata is too cold. The maximum during the day is around 20 C and it can drop to five at night, so it won’t really thaw.

Fancy a trip to Europe? Although you may have always wanted to go to Paris, Prague or Budapest are in a similar league, but much cheaper. In fact, a rough estimate is that Eastern Europe is between 25 and 50 percent cheaper than Western Europe. And not so touristy.

Book tickets online to get the best deals.

Get your tickets well in advance and try to avoid peak season when everything is insanely expensive. With online options, travel agents are joining kitchen maids as an occupational option. So do your homework and save.

The flip side suggestion is to make a last minute reservation if you really don’t care where you are going to end up. Just make sure you have your passport, visa, and vaccinations lined up. Then press the button “I don’t care, inspire me!” button and see what appears.

Find affordable accommodation.

Finding a place to rest at the end of the day has always been an expensive subject. There have been hostels for a long time, but they are geared towards backpackers and they may not appreciate the party guys who dare to yell in the next room at 2am. M. B&B is another option, but establishments tend to be a bit pricey.

This is how Airb & b arrives, an inexpensive home stay option. Other sites to check are Homestays and Wimdu. As times get tighter, regular-type people rent their spare rooms at affordable prices. On this site you can review the listings, complete with photos and details about the person who owns the home, and it comes in a variety of formats, from the cheapest to the most expensive.

Save a fortune on meals.

Those who stay at home often offer breakfast, but it is often little more than toast and a little butter and jam. Stock up on fruits, muffins, peanut butter, and more and start your day with a hearty start. Buy cheese in the evening and it will be fine in the morning. Get an immersion heater, buy a one-cup plunger pot, and make your own coffee. Breakfast will save you a lot of cash. Then enjoy your big meal for lunch. Many restaurants, including some well-known Michelin stars, offer daily specials and are good value for money. After a hearty meal in the morning and early afternoon, you’re all set and can make do with snack foods for dinner. And it is healthier for you.

Travel like a local.

Instead of relying on taxis, which can get very expensive very quickly, study the bus and train system at your destination. Another good reason to stay at home is that many of them offer airport pick-up service at a reasonable price. And your hosts can tell you how to get around the city.

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