Travelling as we all know is a treat and just like all other treats, this costs extra money and man, can this be expensive. Travellers who just got enough for a trip often find themselves financially and physically drained after.
It can sometimes be a sorcery but it is possible to save some more money during your trip but it still is possible.
Here are some ways you can save more from your budget:
Shop for souvenirs from local grocery stores or local shops.
In my travels, I found that the best and cheapest way to find souvenirs are local grocery stores and local shops. Forget the good old ref magnets and keychain - a lot of times, people you give them to won't feel any connection to those because they were not on your trip or they have never been there.
But you know what always will establish a connection? Good and practical stuff like clothing pieces or accessories. Search the local grocery stores and look for food products that are locally made and produced. They can be food that are totally new or something already familiar to your taste buds and your destination might just have a different take on it.
Buying local will not only help you discover hidden gems, but is also one of the most helpful things you can contribute as a tourist.
Take the public transportation.
This is one of a backpacker or budget traveller's most basic rules and may not be for everyone. This too will take research because there are public transportation systems that are far more confusing and can sometimes be dangerous. However, as much as you can and if you can, I would highly suggest taking public transport if you're just heading somewhere nearby. It's almost always cheaper than booking private car rides.
Bring as much of your essentials as you can.
If you're only travelling for a short period of time (say one or two weeks), you can definitely bring travel sizes of your most essential products. I know buying toiletries or other essentials in your destination can save you some hassle in packing liquids but it might add on to your expenses and might tip your budget off a little bit. It's not very practical if you already have those at home.
Go off the beaten path.
A lot of popular tourist destinations charge higher and that's not too bad, really. However, if you want another way to explore the local place without breaking the bank, you should try spots that are off the beaten path. There are tons and tons of spots that locals love that a lot of tourists don't know about. A great way to find these would be to research on travel blogs by locals or browsing forums like Reddit and TripAdvisor.
This can make your trip a lot more unique and meaningful.
Hope this helps somehow. Happy travels!
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