Do you need to rent a car, or will public transportation and taxis get you around better? Think about what works for where you are going, what you intend to do, and even what extra things like gas and parking will cost. Sometimes it is cheaper to walk, bike, taxi & use public … [Read more...] about Don’t waste money on a car rental if you don’t need one
Travel & Vacations
Keep travel-sized bottles from hotels and refill from your home supply
Grocery & drug stores charge premiums on travel-sized toiletries like shampoo or body wash. Instead of paying full price for such small containers, save travel-sized bottles from hotels or look for promo packs in stores that include a full-sized bottle with a travel-sized one … [Read more...] about Keep travel-sized bottles from hotels and refill from your home supply
Score extra savings when you bundle together flights, hotels, and car rental
Most airlines, travel agents and travel websites offer package options that translate into big savings when you book airfare, car rentals and & hotel stays together. For attractions such as Disney World, buying a package that also includes theme park tickets can save even more … [Read more...] about Score extra savings when you bundle together flights, hotels, and car rental
Eat before you leave – and pack your own food and snacks before a long trip
This holds true for all types of travel. In addition to often offering less healthy and less desirable food, most airport, train & roadside food is much more expensive than what you can make at home and take along. Pack granola bars, fruit, nuts, sandwiches, drinks and other … [Read more...] about Eat before you leave – and pack your own food and snacks before a long trip
Skip fast-food joints in favor of grocery stores on the road for less expensive and healthier meals
Everyone knows fast-food restaurants are unhealthy. But despite their bargain claims, they can also be more expensive, too. Stop at a grocery store during your drive, or once you've reached your destination, to pick-up bread and cold cuts, fruit and other snacks, as well as … [Read more...] about Skip fast-food joints in favor of grocery stores on the road for less expensive and healthier meals