15 Travel Hacks That Will Save Your Money And Time

Put that sunglass on and check in your luggage and board that plane, really nothing can stop you.

When it comes to travel, the anticipation can be thrilling. However, the preparation alone can also be incredibly overwhelming.

Travel can be full of pitfalls for the unprepared traveler. If you make some bad decisions like a seedy hotel room, a crazy expensive restaurant, or being crammed in the middle seat on a flight, it can ruin the trajectory of your whole vacation.

We’ve put together 15 travel tips and tricks to help you prepare and find new and clever ways to save money on travel so that you can have the best holiday of your life. some of these hacks are pretty obvious and some are what you wish you would have known earlier.

BE FLEXIBLE WITH AIRLINES
Use travel websites to search for fares instead of the individual airline sites to find out the best deals.

BOOK IN ADVANCE
The cheapest hotel rates can go quickly, so book your room well in advance to receive the best deals.

MAKE EARLY CAR RENTAL RESERVATIONS
Certain types of vehicles may be already rented and you could end up paying for a larger or more expensive vehicle than you need.

BE FLEXIBLE WITH YOUR PLANS
Leave space for spontaneity and don’t worry if you don’t stick to your itinerary. Go with the flow. You never know what you may discover.

FOOD TO-GO
Want a free breakfast? Ask for some bread to go from the restaurant the night before. Place it in your hotel fridge overnight so it stays fresh in the morning

CHANGE YOUR 'POINT OF SALE'
as the location from which a ticket is booked can affect the price. Try using a different address when booking to take advantage of this, and always do your homework before booking anything!

SEE SOMEWHERE FOR FREE!!
 Check to see if your flight offers free stopovers, allowing you to experience another city without spending any extra money. You can either go for a few hours or even a whole day!

KEEP YOUR BLOOD FLOWING ON PLANE
Keep your blood flowing on the plane by wearing compression socks on longer flights. They help avoid blood clots and keep your blood flowing better. People often forget this important health tip.

KEEP YOU HOLIDAY TREATS FRESH
Keep your holiday treats fresh – freeze sponges to keep your food treats fresh on the flight. As long as they are completely frozen, you won’t have any problems getting them through airport security.

BATHROOM IS IN SESSION
Go to the bathroom before you land – use the bathroom 20 minutes before you land to avoid the rush to the toilets in the airport. Even when the seatbelt light comes on, you have about 15 minutes of leeway if you’re desperate.

SAVE SPACE IN SUITCASE
Save space in your suitcase by wearing your clothes. Wear your heaviest clothes on the plane to save weight in your suitcase, allowing you to bring more with you. Big coats can then be used as pillows to make your flight more comfortable.

PACK IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS VIRTUALLY
Just in case your ID, passport, or kids’ travel consent forms are lost or stolen, keep a locked image of the files on your phone so you can access them without the Internet, suggests Grainne Kelly, inventor of BubbleBum inflatable booster seats. “You can also place a copy in your cloud, as long as it is password protected.

BACKPACK IS ALWAYS IN
A suitcase might be easier on your back, but if you’ll be a city- or hotel-hopping, you might be better off with a backpack, says travel blogger Grant Sinclair of wanderfilledlife.com. Not only will you have both hands free, but you’ll also have an easier time navigating.

FREE CITY TOUR
One of the best things you can do once you arrive in a new city is learn about its history and culture. Sandeman’s offers free tours in 20 major cities, while FreeTour.com can be found in 118 countries. If the city you’re visiting isn’t served by these companies, Google it or ask at your hostel, hotel, or a tourist information desk. Just keep in mind that the guides rely on tips.

RIGHT CREDIT CARDS
If you love traveling or aspire to travel more, make sure every credit card in your wallet has no foreign transaction fees and offers airline rewards. I get two flight miles for every dollar spent on my Capital One Venture card and have my eye on the Chase Sapphire Reserve, which provides three miles for every dollar spent and an annual $300 travel stipend.

Thank you for reading this I hope I made your holiday just a tad better. What is your take on travel hacks? leave a quick comment below sharing your ideas and remember holidays are to relax so why take the tension with you?