How to Save Money on a Road Trip
There is something exhilarating about going away. Whether a day trip or a few days away, a road trip can clear your mind and allow you to make memories alone or with family and friends. In this day and age, traveling by plane can be expensive and road trips are an inexpensive alternative to flying. Many want to avoid the extra costs and opt for a road trip instead.
The truth is, a road trip can become expensive as well, especially if you haven’t taken the time to plan ahead. There are many ways to bring down the costs associated with a road trip and allow yourself to focus more on the fun you are about to have rather than focus on how much it will cost. Below are some great tips on how to save money on a road trip.
Plan Ahead
Before heading out on your road trip, make sure you do your research. Look at different destinations and routes that you wish to travel and map out the most popular places to eat, book accommodations and get your GPS ready. Make sure that you are getting the best deals possible on accommodations by comparing prices and amenities. Take your time when it comes to the planning process. Rushing things will only make them more expensive. Stay tuned in for deals and book accordingly.
Get a Tune Up
It is important to ensure that you get a tune up on your vehicle before you hit the open road. Avoiding breakdowns while on your trip is very important, you don’t want to have to deal with unfamiliar mechanics and spend endless hours and money on car repairs during your trip. There is really nothing more uncomfortable than having to cut your road trip short because you have to repair your vehicle, especially since it is avoidable.
Save on Eating
Eating at restaurants can be expensive, especially if you have a large family. While dining out occasionally is ok, you can save on this by packing a cooler. Fill the cooler with deli meat, bring some bread and condiments and make sandwiches while on the road, or stop for a picnic in the park. Minimizing the number of times you stop to eat at an establishment, can help to save a generous amount of money.
I went on a fun road trip last year with Cathy and Julie, Look at the delicious picnic we brought along for our day trip!
Road trips are an inexpensive alternative to flying, but they are also a fantastic way to spend time together as a family, with friends or alone on a solo adventure. They are a great way of experiencing new things and participating in new adventures. Save money on your next road trip and spend more time focusing on having fun than stressing about your wallet.
Do you enjoy going on road trips? Do you have any tips?
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Yvette Wackett says
As a once single mom of 4 I know what you deal with. I love your ideas and I love traveling, roadtrips and cheap fun. I enjoyed this article. Thank you for sharing.