6 Easy Ways to Save Money When Traveling in the Philippines

Saving – easier said than done, right? Especially when you have so many things you want to buy, saving is the least you can think of. But forget about shopping and buying unnecessary things. Whether you plan to visit Pampanga or any tourist attractions in the Philippines, you need to save. Why? Simply because saving gives you the chance to do a lot of things in the future.

Although it may be a challenge, saving is not that hard as you think it is. To give you an idea, we list down some easy ways on how you can save money when you travel in the Philippines.

1. Book your flights early
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There will always be an advantage when you plan ahead of time. Apart from being prepared, you will be able to save since early-booked flights are cheaper than its usual price. However, you have to book your flights a year or several months before the trip for you to save a lot.

2. List all your expenses
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When traveling, spending without listing down your expenses is a risk to take. You may not be able to track down where you spend your money. However, if you are mindful of your spending habits, then you will be able to budget and save your money. As much as possible, keep all the receipts you have. Also, list down how much you spend for your snacks, fare, toiletries, food, hotel fees, souvenirs, etc.

3. Don’t go heavy on the Pasalubongs

If you are on a tight budget, your family, friends, and officemates would understand why you don’t have many “pasalubongs” for them. For you to save, you can look for promos such as half-priced chocolates for two, or any products that are discounted. With this, you do not just save, but you also get the chance to lessen the weight of your luggage.

4. Take Jeepneys, not Taxis

Unless you are in a hurry, Jeepneys are the cheapest way when it comes to transportation in the Philippines. This will help you take down the cost, since taxis are expensive, especially when you take them from the airport.

5. Eat local food
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The Philippines is known to have delicious food or delicacies. Local foods are also cheaper than buying meals from the hotels or any high-class restaurants. Perhaps, you can try Filipino street foods and eat at the markets. With this, you do not just save, but you will also be able to try how Filipinos have a great taste in food choices.

6. Don’t get fooled by the Piso Fares and Group Buying Deals

When you plan to travel in the Philippines, one thing is for sure, you will encounter various promos through online, fliers, newspapers, word of mouth, etc., availing such promos without knowing if it is legit or not is also a risk to take. That means you have to verify and confirm for as not to waste your money in a scam.

Travelling is fun. Don’t kill the good vibes just because you are short on cash. Make sure you know how to control, budget, and be a wise spender for as not to ruin your trip. Whether you realize it or not, money is important when traveling. So, save as much as possible – in a right way, though.

Author Bio: Lem is a Filipino travel blogger who loves to experience the uniqueness of different places here in the Philippines. He is passionate about writing various articles about the trips that he has gone thru to share how beautiful of his country was. He is currently writing for Alviera a joint venture of Ayala Land and Leonio Land.