Tips for a frugal vacation with "Frugal Travel"

Research can be carried out by collecting information about accommodation and transportation alternatives

Jakarta (ANTARA) – The need to unwind is usually fulfilled by going on holiday outside the city or even abroad, by implementing “Frugal Travel”, someone can certainly save a lot of money.

The increase in searches for the word “frugal living” on Google Trends since June 2023, indicates the high level of public interest in a lifestyle that is believed to be effective in achieving efficient financial goals.

Principles of life frugal centers on awareness in making financial decisions in the present that have an impact on the future. Apparently, recently a concept frugal living also starting to be applied when traveling or travelingnamely with frugal travel.

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Here are tips for traveling by applying them frugal travel according to the official Pegipegi broadcast received on Saturday.

1. Have a principle of meaningful travel rather than luxury

The first stage of becoming frugal traveler is the belief that vacations don’t have to be expensive, let alone luxurious. Believe me, a person will feel more satisfied when prioritizing a meaningful vacation.

For example, studying the traditions and culture of an area, trying typical culinary delights that are favorites of local residents, and visiting tourist attractions or hidden gem the beautiful one.

2. Do research and make a plan

The thing that should not be missed is doing research and making plans regarding the destination you want to go to before traveling.

This stage is important to stay guided by the budget you have during the holidays. Research can be carried out by collecting information about affordable accommodation and transportation alternatives, tourist attractions, culinary delights, including discounts or promotions that are currently in effect.

Asking local acquaintances is also very good to get information from experienced people.

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Planning your vacation well in advance can also increase your chances of getting the cheapest price.

If you want to go by plane, Pegipegi recommends that the best time to book tickets is at least five days before departure, to save costs of up to 25 percent.

Also choose the right vacation time, namely when low seasonor outside the holiday season.

3. Choose accommodation and transportation carefully

For accommodation, look for accommodation such as villas, hotels budget, guest house, or hostels, can save costs compared to high-star hotels. Currently, there are also many hostels or even comfortable but still pocket-friendly villas available in a number of tourist attractions.

As for transportation, use public transportation or rent a motorbike if needed.

Frugal travel believed to be an economical holiday solution. With frugal travel, a person is given the opportunity to appreciate the diversity of the world by maximizing what he has.

The good news is, saving a few rupiah means one can explore more places in the future.

In frugal living, a person learns to distinguish priorities between needs and just desires. Then, do various ways to meet your needs according to your budget, for example dividing your income into several portions, cooking instead of buying, reducing snacks, looking for discounts before buying products, and using public transportation when needed.

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