Gearing up for Summer Vacation: Tips to Save on Family Fun

Gearing up for Summer Vacation: Tips to Save on Family Fun

With the summer virtually right around the corner, some of you are probably getting ready to plan the perfect summer family trip.  If you’re like most of us, saving a little  money while having a great time is always a big plus, and something that you’re definitely striving for.  By keeping some simple ideas and tips in mind, saving money and  having a great time with the family is absolutely something we can all achieve.  Here are just five easy tips to help guide you to a great time, without breaking the bank.

– Drive

Driving to your vacation destination can save money, offer more comfort than other modes of travel, and you can avoid the hassle and expense of air travel.  No matter where you live, there are probably plenty of places within reasonable driving distance that offer fun for the whole family.  A nice family road trip can certainly create some  quality bonding time and give your children an appreciation for great scenery nearby.

– Good Credit

When on vacation, or when booking a trip, using solid low fee credit cards is a hugely important tip to steer clear of debt incurred with high markup credit percentage  ratings.  Many people genuinely underestimate the importance of doing research before choosing and using a credit card, when in reality finding the best card is as easy as checking around the web and comparing rates and offerings.  This tip can save you a ton of money and potential debt and should not be overlooked.

– Camping

Being in the great outdoors is fun for the family, and also usually very cheap.  Most states offer a number of parks and campgrounds that are extremely affordable and easy to search for and find via the web.  Camping is great for giving your kids an appreciation for nature and the great outdoors, as well as giving them a nice dose of healthy  recreation void of video games, television, and other mind-numbing technology so prevalent today.

– Family Camps

Family camps are a nice way for the whole family to experience the fun of summer camp all over again, and at affordable rates with meals already included.  These are also  helpful with taking the guesswork out of coming up with activities suitable for the whole family, and offer another great bonding experience for the whole gang.

– DIY Meals

No matter what type of family vacation or activities you may choose, making your own meals is a great way to save some money and teach the kids a thing or two about the culinary arts.  While dining out occasionally on vacation is certainly great, it can be one of the biggest expenses we incur without really thinking about how much we’re  spending.  Making a solid plan and budget for spending on food is a good way to keep yourself honest without going over budget.

So this summer, give the whole family a good time without getting yourself in a financial jam with these easy vacationing tips.  Summer should be a relaxing time in which  you enjoy yourself with the family.  In that same light, it shouldn’t be a season of unnecessary spending in order to have that good time.  Be smart, do some research before  making moves, and enjoy yourself and your family!

Guest contribution made by Becky W.