When planning holidays, most of us want to make the most of our time without going bankrupt. With these suggestions, you can more easily prepare for the visit, during and after the visit.

Pay in full now

If you can, please pay for your accommodation and other reservations in advance, and then enjoy your trip! Even if you incur expenses there, you don’t have to deal with a sudden blow to your bank account.

Decide what is most important to you and allocate your financial resources accordingly.

In order to maximize our vacation funds, we need to think creatively about spending. What is most important to you? If you are a gourmet, please consider eating out instead of staying at home. If you plan to wander around and take pictures often, a good camera and a comfortable hotel room are essential. You can save on meal costs by buying groceries, preparing lunch in your room, or finding other cheap ways to eat.

When you are on vacation:

Don't forget the extras! It’s easy to think of how much you’ve already spent on travel, and then decide not to spend $20 or $30 on an activity. Spend a few more dollars on these extras to maximize enjoyment. Plan ahead and set aside funds for them, but don't forget to include these additional costs. When we recall our emotional experience memories, we usually remember our vacation expenses warmer than other types of expenses.

Track your consumption habits.

 Every penny. This does not mean that you feel sad about how much money you have spent in the past. Instead, it can be used as an efficient travel log (can you tell me the address of that great restaurant?) and an important planning aid for your next trip. Knowing your current consumption habits will help you make more informed decisions about your future holidays.

After returning home, you should:

Pay your travel expenses in full before your next holiday. Our happiness is improved by paying upfront for the experience and then re-experiencing it, just as our satisfaction is lowered by paying after the fact. Even if you have a good time during the holidays, if you can't afford it, you will still feel guilty for it in the next few months. Pay your holiday expenses as early as possible so as not to affect your family budget.

Flip through your vacation log, total the expenses, and write down any notes.

It is very likely that you and your loved ones will return to the exact place at some point in the future. You will be happy to take the time to write down useful information to pass on to others. When these moments are still unforgettable, relive these moments is an excellent way to preserve precious family memories for many years to come. As a bonus, you will know exactly how much money you need to set aside for the next vacation (rather than following some random guidelines).