In a vacation state of mind, but not a spending state of being?

Catching the travel bug is all too easy, especially during the cold winter months when all you want to do is spend time in the sun, feet in the sand, and a drink in hand.

However, as we all know, travel can be expensive —

 

1. Finding cheaper flights

Those who are strategic about saving spend 23% less on flights than those who aren’t, according to a survey of budget travelers by the booking site VacationRenter. 

Top strategies include booking with a budget carrier (52%), sticking to one carry-on bag (48%), using credit card points or rewards (39%) and tracking ticket prices (28%), it said.

One in three respondents said they use apps to save money on flights. One such

 
Hit the road this spring without draining your wallet with the best travel deals on destinations and luggage.

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It’s March, which means the time is right to get out of the house—spring break, anyone? As exciting as it is to hit the road or skies, the price tag can be daunting. Fortunately, we’ve found the best deals on hotels, flights, luggage and more to have the best spring break (and beyond) possible.

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