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44 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY ON YOUR NEXT TRIP
Hola! Marhamba! Ciao! Ni haio! I'm Jalyn, the Chief Experience Creator at Jaunts & Gems and I'm really excited to share my first mini guide to affordable travel. Jaunts & Gems was created to help people travel on their own terms and to inspire people to live a life full of purpose, on purpose. I've been blessed with the opportunities to start seeing the world and I hope that Jaunts & Gems inspires you and provides you with the tools necessary to accomplish your goals. Why is this site named Jaunts and Gems? A jaunt is a quick trip or journey. Gems are precious and prized because of their beauty and worth. I believe that we are all worthy of precious experiences, be it in travel or just life in general. I hope that Jaunts & Gems is a reflection of the precious journeys you will take throughout life.
Now enough about me..your next epic experience is just one jaunt away! Enjoy the ride :)
Planning Use a Travel Consultant Or in this case, a Travel Experience Creator :) There's tons of reasons why using a travel consultant can help you save big bucks on your next trip. They include: access to unpublished rates, scoring you freebies and troubleshooting your trip. Read more about the awesome benefits of using a travel consultant here.
Create a Travel Account One of the easiest ways to save money for traveling is to create a fund specifically for travel. You can have any amount, big or small, directly deposited each month or even biweekly! You'll be on that cruise in notime.
Travel in the Shoulder Season Yes, you may dream of frolicking through Europe in June. But in September, the weather's still warm, the crowds have lessened, and you can save significantly on flights and accommodations.
Know When to Book in Advance Deals are really unpredictable. They come and go. But if you have a set schedule and cannot risk a fluctuation in prices, it is best to book in advance for overseas travel and about two months out for domestic travel.You typically get the best cruise deals in when booked in advance as well.
Be Flexible When Possible Having room to be flexible with your travel dates opens you up to all sorts of savings! When deals on flights and hotels become available, you have to be prepared to book on the spot. You never know how long they'll last!
Use a Packing List I can't even begin to tell you how much money I've wasted buying duplicates of things when traveling simply because I forgot to pack them. Packing lists help prevent that!
Get All Necessary Documents in Advance If you're traveling abroad, make sure you know which countries require extra documents like a Visa in addition to your passport. Your travel consultant can help you get any documents you need in a timely manner so you're not stuck paying hefty expedited fees.
Flights Sign Up for Free Airline Rewards Programs Did you know that airline rewards programs are free to join! You can start earning miles/points by just signing up.
Follow Deal Sites on Social Media Following deal sites are a great way to score cheap flights and mistake fares. My goto sites are TheFlightDeal.com and AirfareSpot.com
Use Google Flights to Monitor Flights Google Flights is an awesome tool that provides info on which days have the lowest fares on any given day.
Know Your Hub Southwest is based in Dallas so flights will typically be cheaper. Same for Delta in Atlanta and Frontier Denver. Knowing your hub can help you find great deals.
Fly on Cheaper Days While you can get a great deal for any day of the week, it is typically cheaper to fly on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Fly Into or Out of Nearby Airports If you can spare it, you may be able to save a ton by flying into a nearby or alternate airport.
Be a C.O.O. Traveler My husband and I saved tons of money on baggage fees by only bringing a carryon on our honeymoon. Two weeks in Europe in a carryon? It's Doable!
Use Airline Rewards Credit Cards When used responsibly, airline credit cards are a great way to rack up points..even when you aren't flying! Learn more here.
Join a Mailing List With sites like TheFlightDeal.com and ThriftyTraveler.com, you can get deals in your inbox daily.
Be Ready for Flight Deals When you find an awesome flight deal, you have to be prepared to book on the spot. Deals aren't guaranteed to last. There's typically have a 24 hour cancellation policy for most booked flights so book now and ask questions later!
Accommodations Use AirBnb I can rave on and on about the amazing benefits of Airbnb. I did here actually. Sign up for Airbnb and receive $35 off your first stay!
Use Secret Rate Sites Sites like Hotwire and Priceline had great deals on hotels. The catch is that you don't know the name of the hotel until after you've booked. Read more about how I scored a 2bedroom suite in Dubai for $250/night with Hotwire.
Pay-Delay with Hotels.com or Booking.com PayDelay is a great way to score a good deal on a hotel without having to pay up front.
Compare Prices Sometimes hotels will offer to match the price of a thirdparty site to stay competitive.
Sign Up for Hotel Rewards Programs Like airline rewards programs, hotel rewards programs are free to join and offer perks like free wifi, late checkout and complimentary breakfast..
Use Hotel Rewards Credit Cards Also, when used responsibly, hotel rewards credit cards can get you annual free nights and discounted prices along with the perks of rewards programs.
Try a Hostel If you're traveling solo or are looking to save ton on accommodations, hostels are a good cheap alternative.
House Sitting Sites like Trustedhousesitter.com connects travelers with house sitting gigs..a great way to get free lodging!
Vacation Rentals Similar to Airbnb, vacation rental sites like vrbo.com usually offer great deals on vacation rentals across the world.
Stay in a nearby city In cities where the public transportation system is topnotch, you can usually save by finding lodging in a nearby city or on the outskirts.
Transportation Use Public Transportation Subways, trains, busses are a great way to save costs on transportation and experience the city like a local.
Uber and Lyft These ridesharing programs are convenient and often cheaper than a cab. For a discounted ride with Uber click here. For a discounted ride with Lyft, click here.
Use Airline Program to Rent a Car Airlines like Southwest Rapid Rewards often offer great discounted rates on car rentals that also allow you to earn points on those rentals.
Choose Your Car Rental Pickup Location Picking up your car rental at the airport can cost way more than picking up the rental at a location around the corner. While you're paying for convenience, you could be saving a ton by just choosing an alternate location.
Dining Eat Like a Local Restaurants near popular tourist sites often have higher prices and lower quality food. Find out places that locals tend to enjoy and head there!
Use Yelp Yelp helps me to discover new places, learn about nightly specials and find happy hour deals.
Buy Coupons on Groupon and Living Social Before traveling somewhere new, I usually look up the area on Groupon and Living Social to see find deals on restaurants and activities.
Eat Heavier Meals During the Day Try eating a big brunch or lunch and a light dinner. You can often get the same dinner dishes on the lunch menu for a fraction of the dinner price.
Happy Hour: More Than Just Drink Specials Happy hour is a great time to take advantage of drink AND food specials. That $5 flatbread is more filling than you think!
Cook Meals I know, I know..who wants to cook on vacation? But if you're traveling with a group and your AirBnb has a kitchen, you can save lots by making meals on your own.
Food Tours Food tours are a cool way to sample local food and drink from amazing restaurants and get discounts to return to those places.
Activities Free Tours Many cities have free or heavily discounted walking tours hosted by locals. It is still good practice to tip your tour guide.
Purchase Activities in Advance Purchasing activities in advance can save you tons by taking advantage of earlybird discounts or travel consultant specials.
Groupon and Living Social...Again These deal sites are great for discounted movie/theater tickets, tours and rentals.
Take Advantage of Free Admission Days Many museums, national parks and other tourist locations will often offer free entry on certain days of the week. Plan your activities around those free days.
CityPass Bundles Popular cities usually have a ticket bundle that you can purchase and access many different attractions for one lowprice.
Group/Special Occasion Discount You can often get discounted and/or free tickets when you book with a group of people. Similarly, mentioning that you're celebrating a special occasion can earn you discounts as well.
Bye! Adios! Arrivederci! Adeus! These 44 tips barely scratch the surface on all the ways to travel affordably. For detailed posts about exciting destinations, travel tips and tools and living life on purpose, visit JauntsandGems.com. Overwhelmed with the thought of planning your trip? Let Jaunts and Gems do all the work! From large groups to intimate getaways, Jaunts and Gems would love to take care of your travel planning needs. Did I mention that our services are free? Get started by visiting JauntsandGems.com/planatrip
Let's be Social! We'd love to connect with you!
JauntsAndGems @JauntsAndGems @JauntsAndGems JauntsAndGems
Hola! Marhamba! Ciao! Ni haio! I'm Jalyn, the Chief Experience Creator at Jaunts & Gems and I'm really excited to share my first mini guide to affordable travel. Jaunts & Gems was created to help people travel on their own terms and to inspire people to live a life full of purpose, on purpose. I've been blessed with the opportunities to start seeing the world and I hope that Jaunts & Gems inspires you and provides you with the tools necessary to accomplish your goals. Why is this site named Jaunts and Gems? A jaunt is a quick trip or journey. Gems are precious and prized because of their beauty and worth. I believe that we are all worthy of precious experiences, be it in travel or just life in general. I hope that Jaunts & Gems is a reflection of the precious journeys you will take throughout life.
Now enough about me..your next epic experience is just one jaunt away! Enjoy the ride :)
Planning Use a Travel Consultant Or in this case, a Travel Experience Creator :) There's tons of reasons why using a travel consultant can help you save big bucks on your next trip. They include: access to unpublished rates, scoring you freebies and troubleshooting your trip. Read more about the awesome benefits of using a travel consultant here.
Create a Travel Account One of the easiest ways to save money for traveling is to create a fund specifically for travel. You can have any amount, big or small, directly deposited each month or even biweekly! You'll be on that cruise in notime.
Travel in the Shoulder Season Yes, you may dream of frolicking through Europe in June. But in September, the weather's still warm, the crowds have lessened, and you can save significantly on flights and accommodations.
Know When to Book in Advance Deals are really unpredictable. They come and go. But if you have a set schedule and cannot risk a fluctuation in prices, it is best to book in advance for overseas travel and about two months out for domestic travel.You typically get the best cruise deals in when booked in advance as well.
Be Flexible When Possible Having room to be flexible with your travel dates opens you up to all sorts of savings! When deals on flights and hotels become available, you have to be prepared to book on the spot. You never know how long they'll last!
Use a Packing List I can't even begin to tell you how much money I've wasted buying duplicates of things when traveling simply because I forgot to pack them. Packing lists help prevent that!
Get All Necessary Documents in Advance If you're traveling abroad, make sure you know which countries require extra documents like a Visa in addition to your passport. Your travel consultant can help you get any documents you need in a timely manner so you're not stuck paying hefty expedited fees.
Flights Sign Up for Free Airline Rewards Programs Did you know that airline rewards programs are free to join! You can start earning miles/points by just signing up.
Follow Deal Sites on Social Media Following deal sites are a great way to score cheap flights and mistake fares. My goto sites are TheFlightDeal.com and AirfareSpot.com
Use Google Flights to Monitor Flights Google Flights is an awesome tool that provides info on which days have the lowest fares on any given day.
Know Your Hub Southwest is based in Dallas so flights will typically be cheaper. Same for Delta in Atlanta and Frontier Denver. Knowing your hub can help you find great deals.
Fly on Cheaper Days While you can get a great deal for any day of the week, it is typically cheaper to fly on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Fly Into or Out of Nearby Airports If you can spare it, you may be able to save a ton by flying into a nearby or alternate airport.
Be a C.O.O. Traveler My husband and I saved tons of money on baggage fees by only bringing a carryon on our honeymoon. Two weeks in Europe in a carryon? It's Doable!
Use Airline Rewards Credit Cards When used responsibly, airline credit cards are a great way to rack up points..even when you aren't flying! Learn more here.
Join a Mailing List With sites like TheFlightDeal.com and ThriftyTraveler.com, you can get deals in your inbox daily.
Be Ready for Flight Deals When you find an awesome flight deal, you have to be prepared to book on the spot. Deals aren't guaranteed to last. There's typically have a 24 hour cancellation policy for most booked flights so book now and ask questions later!
Accommodations Use AirBnb I can rave on and on about the amazing benefits of Airbnb. I did here actually. Sign up for Airbnb and receive $35 off your first stay!
Use Secret Rate Sites Sites like Hotwire and Priceline had great deals on hotels. The catch is that you don't know the name of the hotel until after you've booked. Read more about how I scored a 2bedroom suite in Dubai for $250/night with Hotwire.
Pay-Delay with Hotels.com or Booking.com PayDelay is a great way to score a good deal on a hotel without having to pay up front.
Compare Prices Sometimes hotels will offer to match the price of a thirdparty site to stay competitive.
Sign Up for Hotel Rewards Programs Like airline rewards programs, hotel rewards programs are free to join and offer perks like free wifi, late checkout and complimentary breakfast..
Use Hotel Rewards Credit Cards Also, when used responsibly, hotel rewards credit cards can get you annual free nights and discounted prices along with the perks of rewards programs.
Try a Hostel If you're traveling solo or are looking to save ton on accommodations, hostels are a good cheap alternative.
House Sitting Sites like Trustedhousesitter.com connects travelers with house sitting gigs..a great way to get free lodging!
Vacation Rentals Similar to Airbnb, vacation rental sites like vrbo.com usually offer great deals on vacation rentals across the world.
Stay in a nearby city In cities where the public transportation system is topnotch, you can usually save by finding lodging in a nearby city or on the outskirts.
Transportation Use Public Transportation Subways, trains, busses are a great way to save costs on transportation and experience the city like a local.
Uber and Lyft These ridesharing programs are convenient and often cheaper than a cab. For a discounted ride with Uber click here. For a discounted ride with Lyft, click here.
Use Airline Program to Rent a Car Airlines like Southwest Rapid Rewards often offer great discounted rates on car rentals that also allow you to earn points on those rentals.
Choose Your Car Rental Pickup Location Picking up your car rental at the airport can cost way more than picking up the rental at a location around the corner. While you're paying for convenience, you could be saving a ton by just choosing an alternate location.
Dining Eat Like a Local Restaurants near popular tourist sites often have higher prices and lower quality food. Find out places that locals tend to enjoy and head there!
Use Yelp Yelp helps me to discover new places, learn about nightly specials and find happy hour deals.
Buy Coupons on Groupon and Living Social Before traveling somewhere new, I usually look up the area on Groupon and Living Social to see find deals on restaurants and activities.
Eat Heavier Meals During the Day Try eating a big brunch or lunch and a light dinner. You can often get the same dinner dishes on the lunch menu for a fraction of the dinner price.
Happy Hour: More Than Just Drink Specials Happy hour is a great time to take advantage of drink AND food specials. That $5 flatbread is more filling than you think!
Cook Meals I know, I know..who wants to cook on vacation? But if you're traveling with a group and your AirBnb has a kitchen, you can save lots by making meals on your own.
Food Tours Food tours are a cool way to sample local food and drink from amazing restaurants and get discounts to return to those places.
Activities Free Tours Many cities have free or heavily discounted walking tours hosted by locals. It is still good practice to tip your tour guide.
Purchase Activities in Advance Purchasing activities in advance can save you tons by taking advantage of earlybird discounts or travel consultant specials.
Groupon and Living Social...Again These deal sites are great for discounted movie/theater tickets, tours and rentals.
Take Advantage of Free Admission Days Many museums, national parks and other tourist locations will often offer free entry on certain days of the week. Plan your activities around those free days.
CityPass Bundles Popular cities usually have a ticket bundle that you can purchase and access many different attractions for one lowprice.
Group/Special Occasion Discount You can often get discounted and/or free tickets when you book with a group of people. Similarly, mentioning that you're celebrating a special occasion can earn you discounts as well.
Bye! Adios! Arrivederci! Adeus! These 44 tips barely scratch the surface on all the ways to travel affordably. For detailed posts about exciting destinations, travel tips and tools and living life on purpose, visit JauntsandGems.com. Overwhelmed with the thought of planning your trip? Let Jaunts and Gems do all the work! From large groups to intimate getaways, Jaunts and Gems would love to take care of your travel planning needs. Did I mention that our services are free? Get started by visiting JauntsandGems.com/planatrip
Let's be Social! We'd love to connect with you!
JauntsAndGems @JauntsAndGems @JauntsAndGems JauntsAndGems
