We all love to take vacations.  The feeling of getting out of our home town, taking a break from the office and exploring new places and sites is one thing we could never get sick of.  If you want to take a vacation but you’re on a tight budget you can still do so!  Consider a few of these tips to make your vacation a frugal spending one.

How to Plan a Frugal Vacation:

Budget:  The first step you want to take is to set a budget.  If you only have $500 to spend make that $500 last.  Plan how much it’s going to cost to get there and back, how much food will cost, plan for the unexpected expenses and a few attractions and places you want to check out.

Cash only:  If you really want to discipline yourself only bring your debit card.  This will set the limit for you and force you to save money.  Although, it is good to bring a back up credit not to use but just in case an emergency.

Breakfast:  Make sure you take advantage of cheap hotels that offer free breakfast.  Fill up on this as much as you can and get your money’s worth.

Groceries:  Buying your own groceries from the start is the best way to save money.  Avoid going out to dinner and spending $10 a plate when you can eat at home for just a few bucks.

City:  If you’re planning on going to a city avoid getting a rental car.  You will be getting a lot of exercise and will be able to walk everywhere you want to go.

Location:  Location is everything.  If you planned a trip to Florida to see the ocean, don’t get a hotel that is right on it.  Instead go back a few streets and you will be able to save a ton of money since it’s not oceanfront.  Location is everything when it comes to dining, traveling and hotels.

Planning a cheap vacation isn’t hard to do at all.  The most important thing though is to have discipline.  Set the price, bring a debit card, be as cheap as possible and think about everything you buy before you buy it.

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