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By admin, September 27, 2011 9:04 pm

With more and more parents taking time from their busy schedules to plan for a summer holiday for the whole family. Sometimes, planning for an affordable family vacation can really give you a hassle and headache.

Everyone wants a nice getaway with their family in the summertime. However, with the increasing price of oil, gas and airplane tickets, as well as the high price of some hotel rooms, many people can no longer afford to go on vacation with their families.

How to look for cheap stuff?

If adventure is your family cup of tea, and would love love to discover the beauty of nature with your family, one of the most exciting and affordable family vacation is definitely camping.

What about camping?

A camping trip is a great first step for some quality time with your family. RV parks, RV resorts and campgrounds make great destinations for an affordable family vacation.

There are 3 simple tips to look out for.

1) A place to stay.

Even though, going for a complete camping trip involves getting away from all the technological gadgets of modern life, this doesn’t mean you will have no decent conditions at all.

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What other facilities are available?

Most RV parks include a barbecue facilities, as well as shower and general bathroom facilities. Others provide extensive facilities, such as heated pools, and wireless Internet access. Therefore, for those who are looking budget… Read the rest

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By admin, August 14, 2010 10:27 am

Budget travel has become a necessity for most people with the cost of gasoline and other consumer products on the rise. But when we start considering when, where, how and what type of vacation to undertake, we sometimes get caught up in the anticipation and excitement of the upcoming trip and let the more important financial side of things slip a little. After all, for most of us, taking a vacation may only happen once a year and for some, even more infrequently, so we tend to indulge and forget about our pocket book a little.

There are many ways to save money, avoid unnecessary cost, ensure you take care of details end up a smart and perceptive traveler. Travel planning is easier that you might think and here are eight great budget travel tips for making your travel dollar go further!

1. Cushion your budget – When considering a trip or planning budget travel, it is important to plan for the unexpected and consider the financial side of things early on. This ensures affordability, liquidity and having the resources to enjoy it to the fullest! Plan for the worst-case financial scenario and prepare for things to cost a little more than you expected. Allow up to 20% increase in cost to be on the safe side of things.

2. Emergency money: Carrying some spare cash somewhere can also be a lifesaver. The rule of thumb seems to be around $50-$100 in small bills. This… Read the rest