A Weekend Break Without Breaking the Bank

The rising costs of food, lodging, and attractions make it challenging to find the perfect weekend getaway for you and your family if you're on a budget. However, it's possible to enjoy a weekend away without spending a lot of money. Check out these tips presented by expenseRegister.

Where To Start

Save money by searching for the best deals, using cost-effective transportation, and leaving at certain times of the day and year.

• Check out the latest deals.
  When planning a budget-friendly weekend break, start by looking for cheap flights (if you're flying) and accommodations. It is often cheaper to book directly through an airline's website. Travel search engines make it easy to find airline prices. Airbnb stays are often cheaper than hotels and offer unique experiences, such as staying in a tree house or houseboat. 
• Method of travel.
  You could save money by renting a car since they're more fuel-efficient, but airlines are typically the most cost-effective. Save money on flight costs by signing up for a travel credit card. They usually offer sign-up bonuses in the form of airline miles.
• Best time to travel.
  The best times to travel are from May to early June and from late August to October. Flying early in the morning, midday, or late at night can often save you money. During peak season, flight prices increase significantly from mid-June to early September.
• Get great entertainment deals.
  Grab tickets to a game or concert and then plan your travel around that event. You can take in a Yankee's game with the family at low prices, or book a concert at another destination.

What To Pack for Your Weekend Break

If you're flying, try to put all you need in hand luggage to save money on baggage fees. You'll only be staying for the weekend, so don't pack too much. However, there are certain things you'll almost certainly need to bring.

• Chargers.
  Pack chargers for your and your kids' gadgets if you want to prevent them from having a temper tantrum.
• First aid kit.
  Ensure you have a first aid kit to deal with minor emergencies. Kids are more prone to accidents than adults.
• Toiletries.
  Don't let sunburn ruin your vacation for you or your kids. Pack sufficient sunscreen along with your other essentials, like a toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, and deodorant.
• Spare change of clothes.
  Take an extra change of clothes if you're traveling with babies or toddlers. It's not unusual for them to get covered in food during a journey.
• Money.
  Make sure you have enough cash with you and all the bank cards you may need to use. It may sound obvious, but these items could be overlooked if you're rushing to pack due to finding a last-minute deal on a weekend break.
  Stopping off at a gas station to get snacks or in-flight meals all add up. You can easily save money and keep the hunger pangs at bay by packing your own food to enjoy during the journey.

Leave Your Business in Good Hands

If you're a business owner, you'll want to ensure your company is in good hands while you're away. Learn how to delegate tasks to employees before departing. The ideal candidate is someone who can do 80% of what you can do yourself. Just make sure you spend a little time training these employees ahead of your getaway.

Leave the Worry Behind

You don't have to max out your credit card to enjoy a weekend break with your family. With these tips, you can return home after your weekend away without worrying about how much you spent. But you can keep track of your finances before and after the trip with expenseRegister. We make it easy to manage your money, save, and pay off debts quickly.