The end of the year is approaching, and with it, many people start thinking about trips and plans for Christmas and New Year. However, during this time of year things get more expensive, so it's a good idea to be careful to save money.
Therefore, it is very important to plan ahead to ensure maximum savings. See below the best tips for saving money this holiday season.
How to save money at the end of the year?
The first step to saving money is to plan ahead, so make a budget for what you want to spend. With a budget in hand, try not to deviate from your plans, so you don’t end up with unnecessary debt.
Furthermore, monitoring ticket prices months in advance is also a good strategy for saving money, since the closer it is to holidays, the more expensive tickets become.
In other words, with monthly monitoring, you can buy tickets at the best discount. Another effective tip is to use a program miles to buy tickets, rent cars and book accommodation.
It is worth noting that more accommodations economic can be the solution for many people, since people spend part of the day sightseeing and don't even have time to stay at the hotel.
International travel, is it possible to save money?
For those who plan to travel abroad at the end of the year, care and planning must be even greater, since the destination is outside Brazil. Therefore, it is ideal to take out travel insurance, especially if your destination is Europe or the United States.
This is because in cases of accidents, tourists end up going to private hospitals, paying very high prices. In other words, it is more worthwhile to spend a little more and take out travel insurance, than to have to pay a lot of money later.
In addition to travel insurance, set aside some extra money to spend at your destination, especially because currencies are different, which gives a false impression that things are cheaper, for example.
How do Brazilians plan?
Booking.com conducted a survey of 24,179 people in 32 countries, including Brazil. The study showed that 741,300 Brazilian travelers are looking to save money and always choose the best prices.
Additionally, 75% of survey respondents stated that they prioritize discounted travel services. 66% of these people plan their trips well in advance to get the best value for money.
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