How to Travel on a Budget

Posted on June 16, 2013 by boncel

Saving money has never been more important than in today’s economy. These days, no one can afford to travel as much as we used to. We all have to find ways to lower our travel expenses and learning to travel on a budget doesn’t have to be painful if you follow these 7 cheap travel tips, you can make the most out of every mile that you go.

  • Travel light: You can avoid costly travel fees, by leaving some stuff at home. It’s cheaper to wash an item than it is pay luggage fees at the airport.
  • Tour Packages: Taking advantage of tour packages is a great way to travel on a budget. Research different packages online to get the best deals. Tour Packages often include things like travel, and meals and lets you see as much as possible during your trip. Keep track of your money: Carrying cash while on vacation is just not feasible these days. This is particularly true if you are travelling to a high tourist area. Using ATM cards, credit cards and verified travelers checks is easier and safer. Since ATM and credit cards require pins to be used for gathering cash, you are less likely to have your money stolen should you lose your card. Verified travelers checks require you to sign them at time of use. Understand foreign currency: This is an important rule because it will help you to pre-plan the amount of money that you will bring for your trip. Will you rent a car?  Keep track: You will want to keep track of the money you spend as you go so that you don’t go overboard.
  • Travel Documents: Keep track of all of your travel documents like passports just in case you misplace one of them. A replacement is useless if you can’t find it.

Following these travel tips, you can afford to travel even when money is tight.

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Choosing Your Travel Wallet

Posted on June 14, 2013 by boncel

Any form of traveling requires a certain amount of preparation – thorough or otherwise – from your end. A good preparation is one of the best ways in making your travel – be it a vacation or an official business trip – successful, and of course enjoyable. Especially if you are a jetsetter and have been sent to other parts of the world for meetings and conventions, then you are probably a master on travel preparation already. If you’ve made so much use of your travel wallet, then packing up is no daunting task for you. Regardless, it doesn’t hurt to have a review on some travel tips.

Especially if you are travelling abroad, then your passport, your plane ticket and your travel wallet are your most important companions. Also, keep them in a very accessible compartment of your hand-carried bag so you don’t have to rummage among your stuff come inspection or security check time.

 Research regarding your destination. This is automatic but this tip means more than just knowing about your hotel, the locality’s tourist destinations and your travel itinerary. Sometimes, the appropriate adaptor can only be bought in your place of destination. When this is the case, then you’d need to stuff up your travel wallet.

Bring your toiletries, but in small amounts.  Some travellers bring their 500ml lotions or 200ml shampoos when they fly. This is actually not practical as this – first and foremost – defeats the standard of travelling light. Sachets are specifically targeted for travel so use them. Of course, travel light.  Yes, over and over again, you’ve been advised to travel light.

And this is not just practical for you (because your bags will not be heavy); this is practical for your travel wallet too (because you don’t have to pay for excess baggage).

For instance, if you will be housed in a hotel, then don’t bring towels and house slippers. Travel is always something fun and exciting. Prepare for your travel and prepare to be wowed by both nature and culture!

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How to Find the Best Travel Deals

Posted on June 13, 2013 by boncel

Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and is often the premier destination for Europe’s elite. Many celebrities such as Julia Roberts and Sting go to Sardinia for relaxation and seclusion. Travel to Sardinia is not difficult, as there are three international airports on the island. You can also travel to Sardinia by ferry or ship, as well.

Many of the hotels offer shuttle service from the airports to the hotel. When you travel to Sardinia, make sure you inquire if this service is available. It is definitely worth the money to rent a car. Unlike Italy, travel to Sardinia and on the island is not as dangerous as you might expect. Traffic moves much slower here due to the narrow, winding roads. If you want to find the best deals on travel to Sardinia, here are some tips to help locate great savings:

  • Plan Your Vacation Ahead of Time: It is a well known fact that the farther in advance you plan your trip, the lower the cost. Travel to Sardinia can be somewhat expensive if you wait to the last minute to book your airfare.
  • Buy a Vacation Package: Many of the online travel sites can give you great deals on travel to Sardinia when you book a complete package. Call the Airlines Directly: Occasionally you can find a better deal when you call the airline than if you go through a travel website or agent. Travel Mid-Week: When you travel to Sardinia during the middle of the week, you could end up saving hundreds of dollars in airfare. Most of the cheapest airfare is available on Tuesday and Wednesday. Make Use of Those Travel Rewards: Why let your frequent flyer miles expire? Use them to grab up an airline ticket for free or to purchase a reduced companion fare. Check with Specialty Charters: Many charter services are available for Mediterranean destinations. Most of the time, these charter companies have already purchased a block of tickets. The charter companies would rather make a little money on a ticket than lose the fare altogether.

Tickets for travel to Sardinia do not need to break your bank. Nor do you need to take second class accommodations or travel options. It simply takes planning and a little research to find the best deals available.

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Why You Need to Be Covered When You Travel

Posted on June 10, 2013 by boncel

If you travel often or book family holidays, you’ll have been offered travel insurance. If you travel without cheap travel insurance, you are only setting yourself up for a potential, costly disaster. At its most basic, travel insurance financially protects you from everything that can befall you on your holiday. If you get sick or injured, cheap travel insurance will pay your bills. If you lose your luggage, travel insurance will buy you new clothes. If you get stranded, travel insurance will pay for any additional lodging and transportation fees.

There are many reasons why you need travel insurance. Cheap travel insurance can give you coverage for the following events:

  • Medical crisis – Most private health insurance plans do not cover medical expenses charged abroad.  Travel insurance will pay hospital and emergency medical bills that you incur while travelling.
  • Accident/mishap – Accidents happen.  If you have travel insurance, you are covered for anything that happens.
  • What if you lost your prescription medications or your passport?  Cheap travel insurance will help you replace everything quickly and at no cost to you.
  • Altered plans – If your plans were to change due to an illness, natural disaster or some other calamity, you would lose the cost of your trip. Travel insurance will reimburse you the cost of your unused trip if you are unable to continue. Insurance will also pay for any additional expenses involved with change of plans.

Coverage can also include everyone going on your trip if you purchase a holiday package. There simply is no reason to travel without insurance. The cost of travelling without insurance is much higher than the cost of cheap travel insurance. In fact, it could cost more to treat a sprained ankle or minor cut abroad than it does to purchase cheap travel insurance.

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How To Prepare For Travel On The Ship

Posted on June 8, 2013 by boncel

Cruise ships are a fun and engaging way to see numerous ports of call, enjoy a variety of activities and travel through beautiful regions. Cruise ship travel is, by nature, markedly different from any other form of vacation. From packing to medical considerations, preparing for a cruise vacation goes beyond the basics of swim trunks and guide books. To learn about how best to prepare for a cruise vacation, keep reading for great tips on everything from packing your suitcase to warding off seasickness.

What to Pack on a Cruise Vacation

Ultimately, what you pack is going to depend on your destination. An Alaskan cruise will require different clothing than a Caribbean cruise at the height of summer. That said, don’t let land temperatures fool you. Do you packing in a balanced way, squeezing in as much as you think you will reasonably need while bearing in mind that cruise ship cabins tend to be small. You’ll also need proper identification and proof of purchase to board a cruise ship. These will be required at every port-of-call, so pack your papers (including your health insurance) in a water-resistant envelope that’s small enough to carry with you if you plan to leave the ship.

Medical Considerations

You will most likely need travel health insurance for your next cruise vacation. When purchasing travel insurance, try to find one that’s geared specifically toward cruises and the legal intricacies of international waters. Secondly, pack any needed medications. You may even want to pack extras or a spare if you intend to go to shore. Most cruise ships have a medical clinic and doctor or health professional on-board the ship, but this is typically a stopgap measure, not a full-proof backup. Finally, if you’re prone to motion sickness, you can prepare for your voyage with basic ginger root. An herbal remedy, ginger root has been proven to help with seasickness while avoiding the side effects common with many pharmaceutical motion sickness remedies. Always leave behind a full travel itinerary and emergency contact information with family and friends.

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