Money for Men: How to travel for cheap
Kevin Brink
In this digital age, going on vacation has quickly become more about how much money you saved by using XYZ site, rather than how much fun you actually had on the vacation. In fact, the second that you tell a friend or family member that you are planning a vacation, you are going to get at least a five minute story about how they got this great deal on their last vacation. But here is some advice that they probably will not cover that could save you some money for your next trip.
Don’t forget to pack stuff
Unless you enjoy paying $16 for sunscreen or $18.99 for a three-pack from the hotel’s gift shop, you might benefit from spending a little more time packing. Women solve this problem by simply making a list and crossing off each necessity as they pack, but of course I am not suggesting any guy take such a drastic measure. Instead, why not just store an extra razor, deodorant, toothbrush, etc. in your suitcase and you will always be ready for action. And if you do forget something, before hitting the gift shop, see if there are any stores that you can easily walk/drive to and grab what you need without a redonkulus markup.
Smuggle in Food and Drinks
While you are stuck in an airport waiting for your delayed plane, there is a good chance that you might become hungry. Bring your own food to the airport and avoid paying $3 for a candy bar. Also, check with your chosen airlines to see what kind of meal (if any) they will be serving on the plane and whether or not it is complimentary. Just imagine the satisfaction of being the guy that whips out his $5 foot long from Subway, while everyone else is paying $7.50 for a stale bagel and cream cheese.
Once you are at the hotel at your destination, check to see if they offer a complimentary breakfast. If so, utilize the one real skill that you learned in college and steal enough fruit, boxed cereal, and napkin-wrapped bagels to keep you satisfied until dinner. In addition, packing a bottle of rum or your favorite adult beverage can decrease the chances that you blow all your spending money at the hotel bar.
Skip the Souvenirs
Is it really necessary to bring back everyone you know a crappy ten dollar t-shirt that will shrink three full sizes the first time you wash it and then be thrown away? In the history of male/female relations, has there ever been a single woman who has been impressed by a man’s shot glass collection? And finally, would you feel more bitter than grateful if you got a magnet from a beautiful exotic location that you will probably never be able to see for yourself?
Understand how your Cell Phone Plan Works
Don’t by that guy who ends up with a $3,000 cell phone bill because he left his iPhone on during his entire European vacation and just had to check Facebook six times a day. Get an international plan before you go abroad and understand the difference between getting free Wi-Fi from your hotel and paying roaming charges.
Pack some entertainment
Especially if you are traveling alone, you might experience a lonely night and fail to be “master of your domain.” The people who run hotels may be dumb, but they are not stupid especially those Holiday Inn Express guys. They know your weaknesses and will tempt you with dozens of interesting-titled movies. Buy a $6 Playboy or better yet just bring your laptop that is already full of hidden porn to avoid having a nameless $16.95 fee on your hotel bill.
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