If so, maybe a little sin 'of avarice. But do not worry, at least once in our lives we all have done something ridiculous just to save a little. And then the points of view change when you travel. The little money at home would you be willing to spend again for a coffee or a treat, suddenly turn into a capital if they have to shell out on the road. "You can not, for sure the locals do not pay so much," you complain. Already, in many countries people earn just 400 $ a year, and probably do not eat at the restaurant.
The truth is that the "budget travel" does not mean giving up bread to put in their mouths, sleep at the bus station or improvise bongo players on the street corner to scrape together some change. We want to say, budget conscious, but as long as the excess of prudence does not stop you from enjoying the trip.
Here are some tips for traveling to saving without too many sacrifices.
It all starts from the water
Of course, it depends on where you are, but remember that nobody forces you to invest a fortune in buying mineral water in the countries where you can safely drink ... the love that flows from the tap.
Do not be an ascetic at the table of the gods
My facial tics get worse when I find out that there are still people who visit destinations paradise for gourmets and is content to eat fruits and kebabs. If you do not allow at least one room with all the trappings in France, Japan or Argentina (to quote the illustrious examples) you will have lost a good part of the pleasure of the journey. Another tip: Remember that a dinner as it should is often more expensive than a dining level. So, invest your budget also according to the time slot.
Avoid the most expensive cities
A Venice or Salzburg you will need to sleep at least one night in the city center to enjoy the atmosphere, but you will save a lot 'if the other days of your stay you will be content with a peripheral arrangement. At that point, to be a true budget travel, you will need to consider the cost of the transfer, to see if the game is worth the candle really.
Traveling as a couple
There are some advantages (and some disadvantages) to make long trips with friends. Often the double rooms are slightly more expensive than the individual, and often have the same price. And then you have someone who makes you company ...
Avoid the fees
Change cash or traveler's checks is often the fastest way to drive up the costs. A credit card or an ATM will be the best allies to have a favorable exchange rate. Be careful, though, because the rule is not universal. Find a bank that applies reasonable rates of the transaction at the ATM or request a credit card for which there are no fees on foreign transactions.
Defense of the travel guide
In recent years, so has established a culture contrary to the tour guides. I think those who prefer to gather information online and often unverified. Remember that nothing is more annoying than ending up in the tourist traps for which a good guide warns. Or, worse, run run into the dangers and annoyances that usually a good author narrates and guides described in the "Dangers & Annoyances". Personally, I will continue to use the guide, even when the web traffic for mobile phones will become free!
http://www.lonelyplanetitalia.it/articoli/viaggi-low-cost-senza-soffrire
The truth is that the "budget travel" does not mean giving up bread to put in their mouths, sleep at the bus station or improvise bongo players on the street corner to scrape together some change. We want to say, budget conscious, but as long as the excess of prudence does not stop you from enjoying the trip.
Here are some tips for traveling to saving without too many sacrifices.
It all starts from the water
Of course, it depends on where you are, but remember that nobody forces you to invest a fortune in buying mineral water in the countries where you can safely drink ... the love that flows from the tap.
Do not be an ascetic at the table of the gods
My facial tics get worse when I find out that there are still people who visit destinations paradise for gourmets and is content to eat fruits and kebabs. If you do not allow at least one room with all the trappings in France, Japan or Argentina (to quote the illustrious examples) you will have lost a good part of the pleasure of the journey. Another tip: Remember that a dinner as it should is often more expensive than a dining level. So, invest your budget also according to the time slot.
Avoid the most expensive cities
A Venice or Salzburg you will need to sleep at least one night in the city center to enjoy the atmosphere, but you will save a lot 'if the other days of your stay you will be content with a peripheral arrangement. At that point, to be a true budget travel, you will need to consider the cost of the transfer, to see if the game is worth the candle really.
Traveling as a couple
There are some advantages (and some disadvantages) to make long trips with friends. Often the double rooms are slightly more expensive than the individual, and often have the same price. And then you have someone who makes you company ...
Avoid the fees
Change cash or traveler's checks is often the fastest way to drive up the costs. A credit card or an ATM will be the best allies to have a favorable exchange rate. Be careful, though, because the rule is not universal. Find a bank that applies reasonable rates of the transaction at the ATM or request a credit card for which there are no fees on foreign transactions.
Defense of the travel guide
In recent years, so has established a culture contrary to the tour guides. I think those who prefer to gather information online and often unverified. Remember that nothing is more annoying than ending up in the tourist traps for which a good guide warns. Or, worse, run run into the dangers and annoyances that usually a good author narrates and guides described in the "Dangers & Annoyances". Personally, I will continue to use the guide, even when the web traffic for mobile phones will become free!
http://www.lonelyplanetitalia.it/articoli/viaggi-low-cost-senza-soffrire
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