here are my top 10 tips;
1. a carry on case is often put in the hold at the gate with priority boarding thrown in for free and saves paying for bag in the hold.
2. book combo of hotel and Airbnb. 3 days all inclusive plus 4 personalised stay days where you can taste city life or luxury stay and makes for a varied holiday.
3. pinch itineraries and book hotels individually mixing cheap and posh and use buses for transfer. Most day trips can be arranged on the ground and then tailored for weather and preference.
4. bring a food bag with essentials and keep stocked with basics then buy tasters of countrys specialities. Pack mini mixed herbs gloves of garlic salt and then buy fruit rolls ham etc on route.
5. travel as light as possible. Wear layers through gate packing using pockets, layer up jewellery, wear sunhats and swim wear and heaviest shoes.
6. forget duty free google fav items before you go and buy copies. pre buy gifts and booze cheaper in local supermarkets.
7. Best way to get a nice room is to be patient and subservient at reception accept a late book in and you will be rewarded with free food and upgrades. If early just ask to put cases in locker room and use pool facilities you are wearing your swimmers anyway.
8. You can always ask politely for a better view etc and offer to change mid stay with a pleasant reminder at quiet times.
9. If you have misjudged the weather etc charity shops are great for buying missing items, books, sun cream, towels, suitcases, gifts and also great source of local knowledge.
10. Eat away from the maddening crowd, just off the beach at supermarket cafes, shopping malls and have a plastic bag if dining out for food leftovers for later and remember your packed lunch for journey home.
These tips will easily half the cost of your holiday and what are yours ?
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