One of the best strategies to save money on travel is to avoid the crowds (as a bonus, it can also make the experience much more pleasant!).
Here’s a few examples of how you can slash your expenses:
* Travel in the off-season. You’ll pay peak rates during holidays and summer breaks. Instead, travel during the less expensive “shoulder” seasons (September-October, and March-April).
* Visit cities on the weekends. Hotels in major cities usually cater to business travelers, and are most expensive during the week.
* Visit resorts during the week. Popular weekend destinations are often much cheaper mid-week.
* Book unpopular flight times. You’ll find cheaper fares when nobody else wants to fly—like late weekday nights, or early Saturday morning.
* Visit tourist attractions early or late. Many museums and tourist sites offer discounts for early morning or late afternoon admission.
