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    Home » Travel

    Tips For Creating an Affordable Travel Itinerary

    January 25, 2012 by Jenn 5 Comments

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    In a few weeks, my in-laws will be visiting from New Mexico...for an entire week!

    As excited as I am about them finally coming for a visit, I am a bit nervous about putting together an itinerary that they will enjoy while they are here. Luckily, my husband has decided to take his vacation while they are here, so we've been working on a plan together - because who knows what they would enjoy better than him?

    As I was totally freaking out about them coming and making sure that I showed them a good time - because let's face it, I am a Miami native and expected to know all of the best things to do in my own hometown - I realized something...

    I actually have time to collect coupons, discounts and the like to really make the most out of the week they are here!

    I wanted to share some of my game plan with you - you can use my strategies for when people come to visit you AND for when you are planning affordable travel to a new city!

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    Check Attraction Websites for Discounts

    For instance, I want to take my in-laws to Monkey Jungle, which normally charges $29.95 a person. I know, it's an incredibly steep price but it is so worth it! So I checked their website and found that they have a $2 off coupon that I can use for parties of up to 6 people. I know, it's only $8 - but we were going anyway and that $8 can now be put towards something else. When you're planning a full week of activities, every penny helps!

    Buy Discounted Activity Tickets Through Sites like Groupon

    I always check websites like Groupon, Living Social, Jetsetter, etc for deals on hotels, activities, restaurants and attractions when I am planning a getaway. I've already found a great ½ price discount deal on a glass bottom boat tour in Key Largo that I can use while my in-laws are here. Of course I am still looking for restaurants and whatnot to add to our list - you can't beat the ½ price most of these deals are listed at!

    Don't See a Discount? Call them and ask!

    Sometimes museums, hotels and attractions have unpublished discounts available. It never hurts to call and ask!

    Plan Your Budget in Advance!

    When you book your tickets, reservations, etc in advance, you're more likely to stay on budget than if you just wake up and find things to do each day!

    Check with AAA for local discounts!

    Ever since we began making travel reservations online, people have forgotten about using AAA for travel discounts. You can easily get 10% off many attractions and hotels just by showing your membership card!

    Find FREE attractions!

    We have a beautiful coral reef off the coast of Key Largo and entrance is only $1.00 to the park - John Pennycamp State Park. I know it's not free, but it's only $1.00 per person. Once you get into the park, you can bring your own canoe, snorkeling gear, etc, or rent them at the park. There are glass bottom boat tours, snorkeling and scuba diving, or you can just hang out on the beach or take a stroll through the mangroves.

    Another free option is the Florida Everglades National Park - while it may be too hot for some during the summer, during the spring, it's just a beautiful way to spend a day. Bring your bike and take a ride through Shark Valley - but make sure to bring your camera, because the gators are everywhere and you'll want to take photos!

    What are your time-tested tips for affordable fun when traveling?

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    About Jenn

    Jenn, AKA "The Rebel Chick," is a single woman who strives to help her readers live their best lives possible. Whether it be through sharing new recipes, sharing her dating stories, or encouraging people to embrace adventure and travel, she aims to inspire people to live full, happy and authentic lives.

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    1. Liz

      January 25, 2012 at 7:37 pm

      I love AAA. I'm hoping to plan a trip to California to visit the Mr.'s best friend (he and his girlfriend are expecting, and I want to visit them after they have the baby), and we just got AAA again, so I'll definitely be taking advantage of it.

      I'd also add to this list to check plane tickets on different days of the week for a while before buying. They tend to fluctuate and if you're paying attention, you can get a really good deal. We live in Connecticut, so plane tickets all the way out to CA would be pricey otherwise.

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      • Jenn

        January 25, 2012 at 8:02 pm

        That's an excellent tip - I always forget about that!

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    2. Robin

      January 26, 2012 at 8:41 am

      AAA has great discounts. My hubby is a military man and many places offer a military discount, but don't advertise it, so we ask everywhere. Not everyone has one, but it doesn't hurt to ask.

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    3. Katie

      January 26, 2012 at 12:52 pm

      I love AAA! Are your in laws considered "seniors" someone is always offering a senior discount!

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    4. HilLesha

      January 27, 2012 at 12:31 am

      Wonderful tips! 🙂

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