5 Great Tips on How to Save Money on Your Road Travel

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A family activity such as a road travel is certainly fun and thrilling but can also cost you a lot especially if your family is huge. So if you want to save some money without reducing the fun, read on and follow the tips below.

1. When you buy snacks, do it in bulk.

Normally, food is more costly a fast food stores or at service stations. So it would be wise to purchase from less convenient places and in bulks. Take advantage of discount sales on food at supermarket or grocery stores.

2. Find free accommodations.

You might want to consider camper-vans or couch-surfing. Consider camping in parks. It can be real fun and besides, it's absolutely free.

3. Pre-book.

If you make your bookings in advance, you will definitely find the cheapest but still great and convenient place to spend the night. Last minute bookings usually cost more. So it is best to book few weeks or even a month in advance. Also, if you intend to rent a car or a van, booking in advance will save you money.

4. Save on gas.

Search for the cheapest petrol in your local community and fill up your tank for your trip. Map out the most ideal route before your travel, so you do not have to waste time and gas in driving around looking for the best way. Locate shortcuts. Speak with locals to help you out with these. You can lessen your gas consumption by switching your AC off when you are speeding along a nice windy road. It is surely nice to get some fresh air on a long travel. Observing speed limits is likewise a good way to save on gas. Do not overload your roof rack. Putting too much weight on the roof rack will make your vehicle's engine work harder than necessary.

5. Lessen your stop-overs.

Every time you stop your vehicle, there would always be an urge to purchase something, especially when you have kids around. So, if anyone in your vehicle feels hungry or thirsty, just grab food or something to drink from the things you packed. That's the reason why you packed food in the first place. Be sure you have enough stock of water, fresh fruits, and snacks to reduce the number of stops. Also, it is be wise to bring a lot of wet wipes with you so no one's going to ask to stop something just to wash hands.