Effective methods of saving: how to save money for your next trip

Travel experts say that 2024 may be much cheaper than last year. In addition, a sober approach and advance travel planning can help most travelers save money and enjoy their vacation.

What tips should you follow to avoid unnecessary expenses? Yahoo Finance has shared these tips.

Cheap flights

According to KAYAK, airfares to the Caribbean fell by 3% in March and by 8% in April. In addition, this year, the cost of flights to Mexico has decreased compared to last year. Also, prices for traveling to Europe decreased by 7%.

Timely planning and booking

Avoid booking last minute is the main rule for a successful trip. The best option is to book tickets a month in advance, or better yet, 2 months in advance. In addition, this year you shouldn't expect to find bargains on room reservations, as their cost usually remains stable. However, to see more options, get the best price, and make an informed decision, it is better to book 10-14 days before arrival.

A day to travel

You can save up to 40% of the ticket price if you fly in the middle of the week, in particular on Tuesday or Wednesday. In addition, if you have a more flexible schedule, pay attention to offers in the last week of April. Traditionally, fewer people are traveling at this time, so you can get better deals.

Popular destinations

Follow current travel events. For example, during the cherry blossom season, everyone goes to Japan to admire the flower trees, and in the summer, most people go to Paris to attend the Olympic Games.

Season

Each destination has its own peak time. That's why you need to be precise with the accuracy of months and sometimes even days.

Keep track of prices

To be one of the first to know about airfare fluctuations, you should use services such as Google Flights or Skyscanner.

Loyalty points

Use credit cards with special offers that don't include fees for transactions abroad. In addition, find out what bonuses and rewards your bank offers when booking tickets or rooms.

Nothing more

Travel easily and comfortably without unnecessary burden. This way, you can save money when checking in your suitcase and not waste a lot of time when checking out your belongings.

Earlier, TravelWise reported how to save money on traveling this summer.