Finding a place to stay while abroad is one of the most vital necessities of traveling, but unfortunately it is also one of the most expensive aspect of travel. Even some of the most basic hotel's night stay can cost the same as an average month's rent. I'm here to help you avoid the economic pitfalls of of hotel choosing with three simple tips to keep in mind.
1.) Be pragmatic about the process. While choosing a fancy hotel that takes up the majority of your travel expenses can be rewarding in certain ways, it can still be a pointless waste of money. Chances are the bulk of your stay will be spent outdoors, enjoying the local activities, and not in your hotel room. This idea is to be used in moderation however as you still want to be able to come back to a nice room to relax and unwind in after a long day of venturing. This is just one of the reasons why it would be wise to spend plenty of money on your hotel in certain situations. If your trip is based around the attractions of your hotel or if you personally prefer spending the bulk of your vacation in the hotel room, then investing in a nicer hotel can be worth it. The most important thing to consider is your economic abilities and constraints and what situations would constitute for needing to book a nicer hotel.
2.) Book through an online hotel website - Hotel websites are designed to offer you with the easiest and most affordable options for booking your hotel. These websites work by comparing different hotel rooms within your interested area of stay and offer a list of available rooms within your preferred price range. These websites help by doing the "scouring the internet for hours to find the best hotel option" process for you. Many of these websites also come with a lowest price guarantee which allows you to remain at ease that one way or another, you will get the cheapest option for your stay.
3.) Make a membership - Next time you're at your hotel check-in, take the extra five minutes to join their loyalty rewards program. This simple transaction can pay off in spades. These memberships often cost nothing to join and offer many perks for doing so. Even the cheapest memebership options comes with benefits such as reduced room rates and in-hotel services. Who knows, the next time you unknowingly book at the Sheraton again, you may be surprised with a few commodities to make your stay easier in your mind and wallet.
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Taz
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