The following post has been sponsored by Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Card from Chase, but as always, all thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.
As someone who values adventures and spends a large portion of income on traveling, the holidays can be a time of mixed emotions. On the one hand, who doesn't love to find the perfect gift for their special people? On the other, the holidays can be complete budget busters between elaborate dinners, gifts and endless aisles of potentially unnecessary holiday items that you absolutely need to have.
The good news is there are ways to save money during the holidays and even grow your travel fund. It simply comes down to smart shopping and careful planning. With a little extra research — and with the help of Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Card from Chase — dollars and cents add up quickly and can get you one step closer to spending the holidays in places where winter wonderland takes on a whole new meaning, like Germany! Read on for tips to grow your travel fund, even during the holidays.
Use Coupons
A survey from Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Card from Chase found that 47% of Americans have shopped at stores where they had a coupon or there were discounts in order to save money to spend on holiday shopping. Why? Because coupons are like free money and a great way to save on your holiday spending!
Earn Points on Your Purchases
Double up on deals by using cards like the Marriott Rewards Credit Card to take advantage of the holiday shopping you're already doing on top of earning points on every purchase toward free night stays at Marriott hotels.
Cut Back on Extras
Lattés that sound, taste, and smell like desserts, a new pair of holiday shoes and spa gift sets are just a few of the little luxuries we're all guilty of indulging in around the holidays. While a splurge here or there is okay, it's easy to get sucked into constant spending on “extras." This spending can really eat into your bottom line. For instance, 3 lattés a week priced at $4.50 is $162 through the month of December. That's enough for a one-night stay in a nice hotel! So before you get carried away splurging on little treats, ask yourself it's worth it. When the answer is no, put that money in your travel fund instead!
Marysa
Traveling can be so expensive. It is nice to be able to save and save up along the way! This is an easy way to get rewards, thanks for sharing!
Rosey
We stay at the Marriott quite a bit. I wouldn't mind getting a card with them.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All
I didn't know they had a card! I love rewards programs. You have some nice tips, I tried explaining to someone I know that is always broke that if they didn't buy coffee out 4 times a day (literally) it would help.
Kim Croisant
We love to stay at Marriotts whenever we travel. I totally am in love with their beds and linens. I almost ordered the entire bedding....maybe next time I will.
Ashley S
My family uses a Marriott Rewards, and they love love love the program! I always enjoy staying at Marriotts. Such lovely hotels.