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Whether you're a first-time traveler or a seasoned vacationer, learning how to travel on a budget is a must. Saving money is great on the wallet and all, but being a little thrifty might actually lead you to places you wouldn't have explored (and hidden local gems you wouldn't have discovered) that often don't require that hefty price tag. Plus, traveling on a budget doesn't always mean you have to give up comfort, delicious meals , or your two bags of luggage.

With strategic planning and patience, you can plan an unforgettable vacation that caters to your needs without straining your finances. Below, travel experts explain everything to keep in mind when planning your next vacation. From money-saving hacks like booking during shoulder season or even on specific days of the week , to cheap hotel tips and airfare bargains, here's everything to know about how to travel on a budget.



For more helpful travel tips, check out what may be the best seat on a plane for every type of passenger and our explainer on plus-size-friendly travel tips . Katy Nastro is a travel expert for Going (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights). Jennifer Dohm is the senior director of consumer communications at Chime How to Travel on a Budget If you don't have a specific location in mind, start your planning by looking at cheap flights, recommends Katy Nastro, a travel expert for Going.

By looking at cheap flights first and then later deciding on your "where" and "when" based on those results, "you are setting y.

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