Lifehacks of experienced travelers that will help you save money

Jackie Chan used to say, “Travel! Money will come back, but time will not.” In some ways he is right, but it’s hard to argue that finances affect not only the length but also the quality of the trip.
And there are a lot of things that happen on the road! And what can be scarier than to be left without money in an unfamiliar place? It is enough to remember how you have to frantically look for a money changer to get cash currency of a particular country. Transportation, hotel reservations, food – all these issues need to be closed before enjoying the culture of a new place.

Get a convenient bank account for traveling

To avoid running back and forth with cash and looking for money changers in an unfamiliar place, start a bank account that will give you the ability to withdraw cash from an ATM at any time without transaction fees.

Choose your transportation wisely

All airlines and rail carriers have loyalty programs. For example, Russian Railways has a program “RZD Bonus”: for each trip a passenger receives points that can be exchanged for a free ticket. Also, some banks issue joint debit and credit cards with airlines, which accrue cacheback for “miles”, which can be exchanged for a free ticket or a discount.

Save on cabs

If there’s an option to take a bus instead of a train, take it to save money. To avoid spending a lot of money on a cab, study the routes of public transportation. In addition, many drivers intentionally lead tourists by the nose, lengthening the route and thereby increasing the time and cost of the trip.

Choose the right travel date

It is cheapest to travel in the off-season, as well as the week before holidays and long weekends. Evening and night flights are usually more budget-friendly than daytime flights. Also, it’s best to buy tickets Monday through Tuesday, as new tickets become available at that time.

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