Even More Ways to Save Money on Vacation

For the past few days I have been providing tips on how to save money while on a family vacation. Bottom line: It all comes down to planning. By anticipating certain scenarios you can successfully prepare in advance so your wallet doesn’t take such a major hit. MEALS Next to transportation and lodging, food is what families spend the most money on while on vacation. Think about it; the cost for a family of five to eat three meals a day at a restaurant during a 7-day trip can set you back hundreds of dollars. To soften the blow to … Continue reading

More Ways to Save Money on Vacation

Growing up my family took two vacations per year. My generous grandparents always sponsored one of our trips; otherwise there would have been no way our family of six could have gone very far twice a year. Vacations are a huge expense regardless of the size of your family. Think about it; in addition to the cost of transportation and lodging, you have to factor in the price of meals, snacks, beverages, souvenirs, tips, admission fees to attractions, etc. Luckily there are ways to save on a family trip provided you plan in advance. In my previous blog I listed … Continue reading