When you think of traveling on a budget, you might think of overnight buses and staying in hostels. But in reality, traveling on a budget looks different for each person.
As I wrote recently, many people have misconceptions about budget travel. Traveling on a budget really just means carefully considering how to spend your finite resources — points, miles, cash and time — when you travel.
One of my tips for traveling on a budget is to prioritize your spending around what matters most to you. For example, I don’t particularly enjoy visiting museums or fine dining, so I rarely spend my resources on these experiences. Instead, I prioritize centrally located lodging and save money by primarily exploring destinations on foot (as I did in Japan recently, pictured above).
Finally, don’t assume a premium travel rewards card like the Chase Sapphire Reserve® or Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card isn’t for budget travelers. Some card perks, such as airport lounge access, can be extremely valuable when traveling on a budget.
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