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6 Ways to Save on Christmas Holiday Travel
Christmas can be expensive. There are gifts to buy, parties to host, and trips to take. When you’re already saddled with other holiday expenses, saving on travel expenses becomes even more important. There are options to cut those costs.
Save on your holiday travel expenses with these strategies:
Take the unpopular dates.
For example, most people traveling for Christmas or New Year's want to travel from the day before Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve. Leaving or coming back a day earlier or later can save as much as 20% on the cost of your airfare. Check all the possible dates before you choose.
Consider shipping your luggage.
Airlines are charging an arm and a leg for bags. Sometimes the fees are $50 each way for a single bag. Fees are even charged for carryon luggage on many airlines. Ship your luggage and presents a few days before you leave. Australia Post has some reasonable (well better than airline charges) parcel rates, or find a door-to-door courier company. And think about this: if you only have carry-on bags, you'll save so much time checking luggage and at the other end fighting the crowds at the carousels - you'll be out of that airport and on your way before the bags even hit the carousel.
Save on transportation.
Taxis are expensive. Many hotels, restaurants and clubs offer a free or inexpensive shuttle service. We try to book accommodation, be it a hotel or a caravan park, that has a shuttle service and then we just park the car and use the shuttle. No need to look for parking, no stressing driving on unfamiliar roads and we're not using our fuel. You might have easy access to the bus or railway. Public transport can be a great way to get around, especially if you are sightseeing, many of the bigger tourist attractions have great public transport options. However, nothing compares with a friend or family member picking you up!
Search for coupons or other deals related to your destination.
Restaurants, attractions, and hotels commonly publish deals and coupons that can greatly reduce your costs. Take the time to look for them.
Consider an alternate airport.
Many larger cities have multiple airports. While it might be logical to assume the airfares would be the same, they’re often not. While you’re looking at alternate dates, consider alternate airports, too.
If you’re like most people, the Christmas holidays are not the best time for additional expenses. Take advantage of these ways to save money on holiday travel and get started now to find the best deals and save money.
Save on your holiday travel expenses with these strategies:
Take the unpopular dates.
For example, most people traveling for Christmas or New Year's want to travel from the day before Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve. Leaving or coming back a day earlier or later can save as much as 20% on the cost of your airfare. Check all the possible dates before you choose.
Consider shipping your luggage.
Airlines are charging an arm and a leg for bags. Sometimes the fees are $50 each way for a single bag. Fees are even charged for carryon luggage on many airlines. Ship your luggage and presents a few days before you leave. Australia Post has some reasonable (well better than airline charges) parcel rates, or find a door-to-door courier company. And think about this: if you only have carry-on bags, you'll save so much time checking luggage and at the other end fighting the crowds at the carousels - you'll be out of that airport and on your way before the bags even hit the carousel.
Save on transportation.
Taxis are expensive. Many hotels, restaurants and clubs offer a free or inexpensive shuttle service. We try to book accommodation, be it a hotel or a caravan park, that has a shuttle service and then we just park the car and use the shuttle. No need to look for parking, no stressing driving on unfamiliar roads and we're not using our fuel. You might have easy access to the bus or railway. Public transport can be a great way to get around, especially if you are sightseeing, many of the bigger tourist attractions have great public transport options. However, nothing compares with a friend or family member picking you up!
Search for coupons or other deals related to your destination.
Restaurants, attractions, and hotels commonly publish deals and coupons that can greatly reduce your costs. Take the time to look for them.
Consider an alternate airport.
Many larger cities have multiple airports. While it might be logical to assume the airfares would be the same, they’re often not. While you’re looking at alternate dates, consider alternate airports, too.
If you’re like most people, the Christmas holidays are not the best time for additional expenses. Take advantage of these ways to save money on holiday travel and get started now to find the best deals and save money.