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- Set a realistic travel goal
Before diving into the budget details, it is important to set a clear goal for your journey. Start by guessing how much you spend on flights, housing and daily expenses. Research flights and hotels online to guess what is specific to your destination, then calculate your daily expenses for food, drinks, transport and activities. To secure better deals and avoid peak season prices must be flexible with your travel dates.
- Choose the right account for your travel pot and automate it
Setting different money for travel requires a good system. Choose an account that conforms to your savings style: an easy-wheat account provides flexibility, while a regular saver can provide a better interest rate but with some commitment. The key is to automate your savings. Set a permanent order on Payday, so the money you are planning to save for your journey is automatically transferred. In this way, you will not be wooed to spend it.
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- Cost of transport and booking before leaving
In addition, check whether the rail card or coach options provide savings for your trip. It is easy to ignore the transfer of the airport, but pre-booking can help you avoid expensive final-minute prices. This applies to transport even during your trip; Research options such as local buses or taxis to ensure that you have not been caught by high-to-submitted rent. Comparing different booking options before leaving can bring a big difference to your overall budget.
