{"id":239808,"date":"2023-07-14T07:12:22","date_gmt":"2023-07-14T11:12:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/es\/?p=297781"},"modified":"2025-07-01T18:41:59","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T01:41:59","slug":"travel-without-a-duro-thanks-to-these-tips-you-can-do-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/travel-without-a-duro-thanks-to-these-tips-you-can-do-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover Affordable Adventures: How to Travel on a Shoestring with These Expert Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Want to have a great getaway but don’t have the money for it? Don’t worry, you’re not alone in this. Many people want to make the most of their vacations, and traveling <\/strong>is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But let’s be honest: prices are often sky-high<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Softonic, our intention is to help you. Through this post, we want to provide you with a series of tips that will surely help you save a good amount on your future trips<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try these 6 tricks to save money on your travels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Choose the date in good time and at a suitable time of year<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the first keys to saving on your trips is to plan ahead. If we leave transportation and accommodation for the last minute, the prices will skyrocket. So, if you want to travel, the best option is always to look months in advance<\/strong>, if possible. Additionally, if you want to save even more, always travel during the off-peak season<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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2. Compare flights and other transportation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before rushing to buy any ticket, compare prices through flight search engines. You can use some tricks here, such as avoiding searching during the weekends. During those days, there is a higher volume of searches, which drives up the demand and price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, what would be the ideal day to start searching like crazy? The answer is simple: Tuesdays<\/strong>. The reason why it’s specifically this day is because it’s when prices are updated<\/strong>. You should also consider the time. Midday <\/strong>or early morning<\/strong> are the best time frames to search, as there are fewer people doing so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, don’t forget about the arrival and departure times. Flights scheduled for after 6:00 PM<\/strong> tend to cost less on average. The same goes for early morning departures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Despite what it may seem, traveling with company can save you a lot of money. It doesn’t always have to be about taking a plane or train \u2013 you can also carpool<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two of the most well-known platforms for carpooling are BlaBlaCar <\/strong>and Amovens<\/a><\/strong>. Here, drivers publish their trips, and you can book a spot in their cars to travel together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Flights with stopovers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Time is money, and this is something that airlines know very well. If you don’t mind sacrificing some of that time, flying with layovers can be a more affordable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Use offer pages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Using deal websites and platforms is a sure guarantee for finding cheap travel<\/strong> options. However, this comes with a drawback: your decision-making power over the trip is limited or non-existent<\/strong>. If you don’t mind being flexible with dates and destinations, keep an eye on these types of offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most popular and recommended websites is Guru de Viaje<\/a><\/strong>. It covers cities like Mexico City, Cancun, Los Angeles, New York, and more<\/strong>. However, please note that it may not be<\/strong> available <\/strong>for destinations in Spain at the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

However, websites like Busco un chollo<\/a> or ViajerosPiratas<\/a> can also be useful in finding incredible deals for escaping to any destination at ridiculously low prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. If you travel to another country, keep an eye on the local currency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Currency exchange<\/strong> can be quite a hassle. You need to consider the fees associated with exchanging currencies and the number of times you will have to do it. Fortunately, we have apps that simplify this process to the maximum, such as Revolut<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Revolut is an online banking platform that offers a very interesting feature: currency exchange. Depending on the plan you have activated, the fees will vary. The standard plan (which is free) currently has a limit of 1,000 euros<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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