How To Save Money When Holidaying Abroad 
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| Never shop, eat or drink in the main street or tourist area of the destination. Find the places that the locals go to. Generally this means that they are happy with the quality and the prices are more reasonable. Tip Credibility: 19 (Best Tip!) |
| Find the hotel/hostel that are located near metro station or bus stop so that you don't have to take taxi when you want to go around the city. Tip Credibility: 9 |
| Always reserve hotel/hostel rooms through online. There are many online promotions particularly during low season that may safe you quite some money for accommodation. Tip Credibility: 9 |
| Register yourself for free newsletters from low fare airlines. Normally they will send out regular news promo and be the first to act once you receive the news. Many promos even may give you chance to fly from $0 if you find the right timing. Tip Credibility: 9 |
| Avoid traveling on high or peak seasons since the price of everything (air tickets, accommodations...) are in the most expensive level. Tip Credibility: 8 |
| Check out hotel rates before hand and call to reserve. Never walk in as walk-in rates are high. Better still, ask a local to help you as he will get preferential rates. Tip Credibility: 7 |
| If you go to Paris, France, for several days, get a Carte Orange travel permit - it works out much cheaper than buying single tickets on the Metro or buses. You will need a passport photo when you first apply, however. Tip Credibility: 6 |
| Go to supermarket once you arrive in a city, buy food stuff & drinks that you need for few days and you may safe a lot of money by not eating in restaurants. Tip Credibility: 6 |
| Ensure your suitcases and bags are not over the luggage allowance. Use digital luggage scales (not the mechanical ones) to accurately weigh your baggage. Tip Credibility: 5 |
| Don't convert your cash to a different currency at the airport as you'll get stung big time. Make sure you find time to shop around before you go. Tip Credibility: 5 |
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