You’ve probably figured out by now that our family loves to travel. Did you know we like saving money more though? Well, at least my husband does, wink wink. When we’re planning our adventures we’re always trying to do it as economically as possible. Traveling as a family of eight can really add up! Today I want to tell you a little about a great program and some travel budget tips to save you money. I am an affiliate with Get Away Today, all opinions are my own.
what is Get Away Today?
Get Away Today has been in business since 1990 and is most known for their discount Disney tickets. They’re so much more than that though. They offer travel savings for over a dozen different destinations including: San Diego, Las Vegas, Hawai’i, and even Adventures by Disney! They’re so committed to you saving money that if you find a lower price somewhere else, they’ll match it!
Not only will they help you save money but they really want to make sure you have a great trip. They’ll contact you before, during, and after your trip to make sure everything is running smoothly. The cherry on top? For every trip booked through Get Away Today they’ll make a donation to a charity in your area!
travel budget tips to save you money
book your vacation as a package
When you book a vacation through Get Away Today there are several hotels they’re affiliated with to choose from. There are also lots of ticket options for you–not just Disney theme parks! However, the way to save the most money is buying a vacation package. Get Away Today is even affiliated with all-inclusive resorts like Sandals that you can save money on. So for the first of your travel budget tips–consider your whole vacation at once.
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ask for gift certificates for birthdays and holidays
There are lots of theme parks, airlines, and even hotels that sell gift cards. However, if you purchase a gift certificate through Get Away Today then the recipient can use it for any of their destinations. This means that they get to pick if they use the funds towards a cruise, theme park, or tropical getaway. With well over a dozen destinations and adventures to choose from the hard part will be deciding where to go! Best of all, gift certificates don’t expire until two years from date of purchase.
| Read: A Travel-Lovers Gift Guide |
utilize a lay away plan
Our family lives as debt-free as possible (you know, besides our mortgage because we live in California). That’s why Get Away Today’s Layaway Plan is so convenient. This option is available for the Disneyland® Resort, San Diego, Carlsbad and Universal Studios Hollywood destinations that they offer. The Layaway Plan allows you to make an initial minimum payment of $175 and then pay it off at the rate and pace that you’d like to. This also locks in your vacation cost if prices go up! Note that your vacation must be paid in full by eight days before your departure date.
| Read: Why You Should Travel with Young Kids |
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