Money Saving Travel Tips

I got out of the habit of travelling to go hiking for a week during lockdown, been staying fairly local since then. Went for my first week since that time. Did great with the hiking and camping part, dehydrate my own meals, coffee packets and so on. Packed the right gear. Made a total hash of the travelling part and spent a lot more than I would have if I'd planned it better. Maybe worth it as I actually enjoyed the travelling, seeing new places and I was worried I was no longer up to that level of hiking and I did it. Still better forward planning would have saved a fair bit. Live and (re)learn!!!

My husband and I rarely fly. Not because we are afraid to fly, my husband’s career was flying, but because we like to have a vehicle at our destination without having to rent one as we like to explore. Because we drive, I have space to take things with us like a brand-new toaster I got from a thrift store for $3., paper plates, paper bowls, plastic eating utensils, paper towels, a small supply of plastic bags and salt and pepper. Also, we usually take a cooler with all kinds of goodies - boiled eggs, cheese, lunch meat, fruits, vegies, pre-cooked bacon, small bottles of mayo and mustard, etc.- for breakfast and lunch and maybe dinner. We also take snacks, and bread. Do we always eat in our motel room. No! One of the routes we take we usually stop in a very small town that has a very nice, clean and reasonable priced motel. We’ll either eat dinner and/or breakfast in this small town because we like to support the local economy of these small places. I love the adventure of seeing how much money we can save. I like the idea of that hot water heater. Is it OK to use for soups and things other than water? I enjoy your videos so much. Thanks

Great tips Sara I would have added beef jerky as a snack as well and maybe some tuna pouches too if you like it ❤

I always bring teas, some instant soups, chocolate and nuts. Than I buy salad kits and bread. I always have reusable water bottle. I pass it empty on security at the airport and fill from drinking water dispenser before boarding the plane. It's free. Also I love to try local food so I go to restaurants or bars or pubs for one meal a day. But I save on breakfast, snacks etc.

Sarah your glasses are beautiful! And lovely on you!

Lol. I used to work hotel front desk. Def don’t be shy to ask to borrow what you need or forgot to bring. We wind up collecting all kinds of things like phone cords, cubes etc plus any coffee/tea stuff and the hygiene stuff etc. plus free breakfast options. Sometimes we’d loan out a small space in the big fridge and freezer also. 😅😅 Plus ask for the list of what’s in town like the nearest grocery or Walmart, etc. Of course now we can just look it up on our phones. Lol.

A Hot Logic is on my wishlist- great tips

Hi Sara! Can you make a video about clothes that you pack for a week to pack in a carry on suitcase. I found this video very interesting. Great video content!!

Welcome to TX! I live south of Dallas. Good luck at the conference! We are getting ready to travel for a couple of weeks so love your tips!

More good tips, thank you. Hope you had fun at the conference!

👍👌✔️. Great ideas and savings - especially good for working trip 💐

Hi Sara great tips ❤thanks

I would think the hotel would provide free breakfast

When I am traveling, I only eat twice a day.

❤❤❤ Sara 😮😮😮😊😊😊