Great Day Getaways

June 18, 2010

Sister & Her Family Are Coming This September

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Just finished chatting online with my sister. It’s confirmed that she and her family will be visiting me and hubby this coming September. There should be no change as she has booked a hotel room online.

When it comes to going for a holiday/trip, my sister is fast in action. Once she makes up her mind where she wants to go, she will get everything, that is hotel/restaurant/sightseeing booked in no time.

Oh, I must remind her to bring her camcorder this time!

She forgot to bring it during her last trip and almost wanted to buy a new one. Thank God that my brother-in-law stopped her from buying it.

January 29, 2008

10 Tips For Thrifty Travel

1. Be sure to have a budget and schedule so you can plan your cheap travel or trip realistically.

2. It’s often cheaper to purchase flight tickets or buy tour packages early at travel fairs.

3. If possible, especially if you have non-schoolgoing children, travel during low season.

4. Buy travel insurance for unexpected delays and medical emergencies. You never know what could go wrong.

5. Buy food and water at grocery stores or market places instead of hotels and touristy sites. Always carry some snacks with you.

6. Book hotels within walking distance from town so you can save on transport. Check accessibility of public transportation.

7. Opt to stay in B&Bs, which offer double the warmth and cultural intimacy for half the price of a hotel.

8. Use an up-to-date guidebook to find your way around. Saving money by not buying one is penny-wise and pound-foolish.

9. If you must shop, flea markets are cheap sources of funky, fun souvenirs. Bargain when travelling within Asean countries.

10. Consider going to attractions that don’t require entrance fees eg. parks or open-air concerts.

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