With rising costs on nearly everything, we need to find creative ways to save money wherever we can, so we don’t need to give up the things we love!
Here is a great list of ways to save money on travel costs!
Sign on with a credit card that offers travel rewards. The Southwest and JetBlue credit cards have great airline perks such as free checked bags, free seat selection, and discounts on in-flight purchases, plus you earn points to use toward future flights.
The Disney Visa offers 6 months no interest on Disney destination bookings, plus you earn Rewards Dollars that can be applied as payment or used in the parks for food, souvenirs, etc.
Many other cards offer travel rewards as well. Be sure to do your research.
Travel during off-peak times. Any school break or holiday means elevated pricing.
Travel mid-week for the best flight prices.
For Disney destinations, purchase Disney Gift Cards at a discount. They can be applied to your package as well as used inside the parks and on board the ships.
If you spend very little time in your hotel/resort room, opt for a more basic hotel/resort, and/or a lower room category.
Invest in vacuum bags with a portable pump so you can fit more in your suitcase and eliminate checked bag fees.
Invest in a portable luggage scale to make sure your checked bags do not go over the weight limit.
Set up a grocery delivery to save money on bottled water, snacks, and breakfast items. Many services will also deliver alcoholic beverages.
Share meals or make meals out of snacks.
Bring a refillable water bottle and fill with ice and water before leaving for the day. Metal bottles stay cold the longest.
Purchase glow sticks etc. for the kids at the Dollar Store before your trip to eliminate spending money on light up toys during the fireworks, etc.
Set a spending limit for souvenirs and stick to it. Gift cards and cash make it easy to stay on track. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Pack snacks in your carry-on bag to eliminate spending hefty prices at the airport.
Book your trip with a certified travel planner who constantly watches for discounts and promotions to get you the best deal possible!
