1. Come up with a plan 🗺️📝
Traveling spontaneously is great if you have the luxury of free time and money. But if you're traveling on a budget, the first thing you need to do is come up with a plan. You don't need a tight, hour-long itinerary, but you should at least have an idea of how long you'll be spending in each city or country and know the route your adventure will take. Leaving less to chance means fewer unexpected expenses; Last minute flights and accommodations are often much more expensive, it is better to compare prices and reviews in advance to make your holiday more comfortable and profitable.

2. Travel out of season 🌞📅
Avoid traveling during the school holidays, this is when the travel industry raises prices to take advantage of families who can only travel during these weeks. Find the best time to visit your intended destination, and then travel just before or after those dates. This is called "half season", where you will still have a great ride, but perhaps the sun won't shine as brightly (and on the other hand, it won't be as hot). Hotels and airlines are slashing prices to attract customers during this time.

3. Pack correctly 🎒🧳
Make sure you bring everything you need so you don't have to shop while you're away (except for a few souvenirs). Wherever you're going, take at least one pair of long pants, a warm hoodie and a waterproof jacket in case of unpredictable weather conditions. I also advise you to check the weather forecast, but don't rely on it 100%.

4. Book in advance 📅📱
Last-minute deals can be a hit, but it's often cheaper (and less stress!) to book transportation, accommodation, and activities in advance. You can use various websites and apps to compare prices and find the best deals. For example, you can find cheap flights when few seats are sold on some airlines.

5. 🏡💰
Accommodations are not always advertised online and you can save money by booking directly with the owner, especially for places in smaller towns or people who rent out apartments or rooms. You can find such places by asking locals, visiting the tourist office or simply walking the streets.

6. Use public transport 🚍🚆
Public transport is not only an environmentally friendly, but also an economical way to move around a city or country. You can avoid expensive taxis or car rentals and enjoy the local atmosphere. In many places you can buy a daily, weekly or monthly pass, which allows you to use all types of transport for a fixed price.

7. Fly midweek ✈️📅
If you want to save on airfare, it's best to fly midweek rather than on weekends. According to statistics, the cheapest days to fly are Tuesday and Wednesday, and the most expensive are Friday and Sunday. You should also avoid holidays when demand for air travel is high and prices rise. You can also save money by being flexible with your airport choice: sometimes flying into the nearest major city and taking a train or bus to your destination can be cheaper than flying directly there.