Travelling on the cheap
The holiday season can be a
stressful and expensive time. With
exams and final projects piling up,
pulling out your hair seems like the
best thing to do. Plus, your mom is
calling you non-stop about all
those obligations with friends and
family to which you have to bring
a present for.
Sometimes, all you dream about is a break from reality. Whether you are planning a fabulous Christmas vacation to Europe or simply going on a long weekend getaway, these tips will help you save a few bucks along the way.
Via Rail Tuesday Deals
Every Tuesday, Via Rail offers deals to some great locations.Want to go visit friends for a weekend in Toronto or Montreal, or just get home for the Christmas break? Via can help you get there on the cheap, while still being comfortable.
Free Breakfast
Over the course of my travels, one of the best things I have learned is to find hotels or hostels that include breakfast. One of the biggest expenses when traveling is eating out, so cutting those costs can save you a lot in the end.
Rent An Apartment
If you're planning to go away with friends for a few days or even longer, look into renting an apartment on sites like airbnb.com. You can get your own private apartment in a great location for a fraction of what a hotel would cost. Another benefit of this is the ability to do a small grocery shop for all the necessary items for breakfast, lunch or dinner (depending on how much you want to save).
Pick Up The Phone
If you think that going on vacation means staying in a nice hotel the least you can do is try to get a room at a better rate. Calling hotels is generally the best why to get discounted rates. There is nothing wrong with telling a hotel employee that you're shopping around for rates. If you happen to mention their competitor is $50 cheaper, you will often hear fingers dancing across a keyboard and a perky voice say, “Oh, look what I just found, a new promotion.” Well, fancy that, you just saved some big money.
Flash That Student Card
Student cards can be a big money-saver. Now that you have arrived at your destination on the cheap, it is time to go shopping. Not only will you be throwing that credit card around but it should be followed by your student card. Many stores offer student discounts from 10 to 20 per cent by just showing your student card.
Now that you have some money-saving tips, you can start planning that getaway. You don't have to spend a small fortune to have a great trip. Asking is always the best policy, the worst someone can say is no!
Sometimes, all you dream about is a break from reality. Whether you are planning a fabulous Christmas vacation to Europe or simply going on a long weekend getaway, these tips will help you save a few bucks along the way.
Via Rail Tuesday Deals
Every Tuesday, Via Rail offers deals to some great locations.Want to go visit friends for a weekend in Toronto or Montreal, or just get home for the Christmas break? Via can help you get there on the cheap, while still being comfortable.
Free Breakfast
Over the course of my travels, one of the best things I have learned is to find hotels or hostels that include breakfast. One of the biggest expenses when traveling is eating out, so cutting those costs can save you a lot in the end.
Rent An Apartment
If you're planning to go away with friends for a few days or even longer, look into renting an apartment on sites like airbnb.com. You can get your own private apartment in a great location for a fraction of what a hotel would cost. Another benefit of this is the ability to do a small grocery shop for all the necessary items for breakfast, lunch or dinner (depending on how much you want to save).
Pick Up The Phone
If you think that going on vacation means staying in a nice hotel the least you can do is try to get a room at a better rate. Calling hotels is generally the best why to get discounted rates. There is nothing wrong with telling a hotel employee that you're shopping around for rates. If you happen to mention their competitor is $50 cheaper, you will often hear fingers dancing across a keyboard and a perky voice say, “Oh, look what I just found, a new promotion.” Well, fancy that, you just saved some big money.
Flash That Student Card
Student cards can be a big money-saver. Now that you have arrived at your destination on the cheap, it is time to go shopping. Not only will you be throwing that credit card around but it should be followed by your student card. Many stores offer student discounts from 10 to 20 per cent by just showing your student card.
Now that you have some money-saving tips, you can start planning that getaway. You don't have to spend a small fortune to have a great trip. Asking is always the best policy, the worst someone can say is no!
