How many of you return from a trip only to have incurred debt on your credit card?To avoid this problem of overspending, it needs to begin before you even book that flight.1) Set a budget based on your savings and how much you can realistically afford.2) Consider the big ticket items such as;Airfare and AccommodationsMeals and Ground TransportationGoogle costs or use Booking.com, Expedia, Airbnb to get a sense of costs and play with different dates to see if pricing changes. Lonely Planet guidebooks are helpful, just make sure the data is up-to-date and current.3) Don't forget ancillary costs, such as; checked bag fees, Visas, travel insurance, single supplement.Recommended Apps for Tracking expenses while traveling.WanderlogTravelSpendTrail Wallet (Apple users only). Try Trabee Pocket if an Android user.
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