07/09/2024
Travel and Finance are very important to me. I prioritize travel and being able to afford to take multiple trips per year. Just this year (9 mo in total) I have gone to 6 countries, and 3 states in the US. I have spent a hefty amount on just transportation and accommodation alone. Though these are big amounts, they are totally worth it to me. I get asked how this is possible. I have put together a list of a few tips to be able to travel more often.
-Make this a line item in your budget and don't just save when you have a trip planned.
-Pay for as much as possible prior to leaving. This can get you a better price on your experiences or it can help you manage your budget and not take on so many expenses at once.
-Make sure you have a budget while you travel. This may not seem like much fun, but you can prioritize spending while away and do more, more often.
-This ties to budgeting during a trip. Is a mediocre $50 meal in the tourist district worth the extra money? You could buy a meal at the grocery store or local market and picnic in the park. Then with that savings you could buy a piece of art to take home, pay entry into a museum, or save it for your next trip.
-Many people have obligatory travel during the year they see as a hindrance to enjoyable travel. This could be a work trip, a trip back home to see family, or a trip with your in-laws your partner agreed to go on. All of these trips are still travel, do some research on events happening or enticing spots in the area. See this as an opportunity to explore a destination with new eyes.
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