Travel is one of the most satisfying and exciting things to do in life. Although we see wanderlust pictures daily in our feed, we all plan to travel without breaking the bank. In the following article I will be telling you about how to make your vacation truly safe and value for money. Even before I launch off into my tirade of tricks, it is essential to have Life Insurance before heading off on a world tour. Not only does it protect you from many calamitous situations abroad, it also gives your loved ones a peace of mind.
What kind of insurance should I buy?
Although there is a plethora of insurance policies out there on the market, you shouldn’t be confused on what to buy. Term Insurance not only offers your life cover but also acts as a financial planning option for your loved ones in case of any accidental contingencies. Let’s get back to our tricks now.
Extensive Research beats spur of the moment travel.
There might be an innate romance in the spur of the moment travel, but nothing beats a truly well-planned travel. If you’re planning well in advance, you will get everything at a much cheaper price than the last-minute travel. Hotels, Airlines and even intercity travel is available at much cheaper prices than you can think of.
Don’t book the cheapest air tickets
Never try to book the cheapest air ticket available. Usually these low-cost airlines will charge you for extra luggage, food and even for using the toilet (Ryan Air) so be very careful and book tickets aboard reliable airlines. The tickets might be a bit costlier but it will make your journey so much more comfortable. Do keep a lookout on offers at least 3-6 months in advance for international flights as they offer quite low rates.
Hotels vs Airbnb
Booking hotels is so passé. The easiest way to enjoy travel is by either booking a homestay or even couch surfing. Not only does these two options extremely easy on the pocket, but they also allow you to be chums with locals who show you their country in the best way possible. Hostels are another amazing way to cut back on accommodation costs as most of them are super cheap and you also get to meet a host of travellers who are ready to party every night.
Offbeat and off season
Instead of heading to the touristy places in the peak holiday season, the best way to cut down on costs is to head to offbeat destinations in the peak season and touristy spots in the
Street food is the best
Whenever you head out on a holiday, trying out street food is the best way to experience the soul of the city. Not only is it super cheap, the local interaction will allow you to know about the best places to head out the next morning. I have had my best moments when I headed out to the Mamaks in Malaysia: 24 restaurants that serve a mix of Indian, Malay and Indonesian food.
About Aegon Life
As a joint venture between Aegon – world’s leading financial services and Bennett, Coleman & Company – India’s leading media house, Aegon Life Insurance adopts a local approach to facilitate customer interaction. Aegon’s financial planning and investment solutions include term life insurance plans, pension plans, unit-linked insurance plans (ULIPs), health insurance plans, child education plans, and more.
