The summer vacations are just around the corner and if you want to get some vitamin sea or just want to escape to the hills, you need to know these travel hacks so you can save some money.
Be smart about flights
With flash sales and competitive pricing, flights to destinations can sometimes be super cheap. But you need to factor the place you’re flying to. For example, flying to Maldives is super cheap from India but stay is extremely costly. Keep 4-5 options of places you would like to visit, and look at the flights and estimate the costs of hotels and then zero in. Set up fare alerts to compare prices, it’s amazing how many deals you can score.
Book in advance
A no brainer, you would get the best deals if you book in advance. Since summer is just two-three months away, the time to book is right now. Compare prices of hotels and don’t forget to look at AirBnBs or hostels that offer room options too.
Master the art of packing a carry-on bag
Who wants to lug around a heavy suitcase? You can totally get away with packing your essentials in your carry-on so that you can opt for low-cost airlines that don’t charge for that. Opt for travel friendly beauty products that are TSA friendly.
Ask for an upgrade
You will be surprised at just how easy it is to score an upgrade at a hotel or on flights. Usually, if there is a special occasion, the concierge or the front desk would usually indulge you.
Opt for city passes
Most cities and towns offer day passes or tourist passes which allow you to hop on and hop off certain modes of transport or routes which in turn will help you save major moolah.
Look up discount apps to the country you’re travelling to
With a bit of research, you can find the best discount apps to make sure your travels are a bit cheaper. From scoring deals to enter places of entertainment to finding coupon codes for cabs. Klook is great for South East Asia. Tripcase is a good option if you’re travelling to Europe.
Research Your Airport
Some airports offer free or discounted drops to the city center, or to an area close to your hotel. With a bit of research and a bit of planning, you can skip the expensive cab rides and avail of these services.
Pack Oats
If you’re flying low-cost or taking a red-eye flight and don’t have time for costly airport breakfast, carry a sachet of oats that require just hot water. It is healthy, super quick to make and will keep you full.
