How YOU Can Vacation (Without Going Broke)!

[@madisonhodges8043]

That catchphrase though

[@nickfrost2383]

My family sometimes goes camping instead of hoteling. Campsites are generally cheaper and you get to experience the great outdoors: making a fire, toasting marshmallows, and singing around the campfire. Plus, lots of campsites have lakes or pools, sports equipment to rent, and other opportunities for fun.

[@TheFIRSTSoprol]

Small tip for air travel: find out what your baggage allowance is for the ticket/airline you booked with. If it is $25 a bag under 50lbs, see if you can pack everything you need into a properly sized carry on bag. If you have to check a bag, make sure it does not go overweight as I have seen overweight charges range from $35 a bag over 50lbs, to $600. Source: me working for an airline at an airport where I have to know all baggage allowances and know where to find their overweight fees

[@ItsKimOlson]

Getting there: The thing I learned recently is that Greyhound is really the way to go. I always knew about it, but never did it until it recently. Although longer times, it can be as low as $50 round trip. Really, that beats planes by a mile! Plus, unlike planes, they have wifi & outlets. Although getting there takes more time, it's an enjoyable ride & maybe the cheapest you'll find, aside from driving yourself.

[@Tuchulu]

As a Barcelona local (Barcelonian? Barcelonese?) I recommend visiting a restaurant called "La esuinica" It is a tapas restaurant and it is frequented by locals because it has great quality food at an affordable price. You may want to arrive there well in advance since there is usually a line at dinner time. It is quite far from the touristy area, but it's totally worth the trip.

[@secretaltruism4174]

I'm currently trekking around Ireland and only staying in Airbnb places. It's actually worked out cheaper in a lot of places, and if you're travelling on your own it's safer. And since I'm staying with locals, they always give the best recommendations for places to eat, socialise and give good opinions of transport and places to visit. Far better in my opinion. Plus, you'll often get run of a proper kitchen + free breakfast so you can save on meals, so even if the room is more expensive than the hostel, it still works out cheaper per day. Also, definitely research the places you're going to, as said in the video. Lots of USA tourists come over to Ireland with traveller's cheques and then realise that about 5 places in the whole of Ireland actually cash them. I managed to find a travel card with no fees (seriously, none), decent exchange rates and being able to load several currencies at once and easily switch between them made it really easy. Finally, know the weather. So many people pack way more than they need to or interpret another country's season as being the same as their home season. Eg. an Irish summer is actually pretty close to my winter back home and since I knew that, I packed winter clothes and worked with layers, so on the few days it does get hot, I'm still fine.

[@matcha3257]

If you can go with a group, that always lowers expenses. Being able to split the cost of gas, a hotel, etc. really helps! I've also started doing online surveys to earn flyer miles and have gotten about 3 trips for the price of tax. It takes a while, but it's always been worth it for me.

[@nehalyshahpatel7854]

This probably only applies to a few people, but if you are flying and can find a flight (mostly in the US) through Southwest, I highly recommend using this airline because you can check in 2 bags per person for free (in addition to one carry-one + one personal item, both free).

[@taniasalgado8431]

I like #1 for Emma and #4 for Mike!

[@mathstalio]

If you're going to a major city, a lot of them now have pass cards that you can buy which seem expensive up front but will get you into pretty much every attraction in the city for what ends up being discounted rates if you go to all the locations. I've only done the London Pass, but it was awesome - we also got discounts at restaurants and gift shops and nice public transportation packages using it, plus it was really convenient to basically have one ticket that got us in everywhere!

[@RealMKproductions]

Two tips 1) look on groupon for deals and 2) go to Mexico because everything is cheap there! My fiancé and I went to a resort in Cancun that we found on groupon. They had all you can eat, beach access, pool access, snorkeling and a lot more. It was beautiful and tropical, like going to Hawaii but with really really inexpensive store prices (except for souvenirs because those are at tourist prices, but even then locals are usually willing to haggle!)

[@annacollins8887]

depending on the length go your trip you can try to take all of your stuff in a cary on bag instead of checking in large luggage

[@hannahphilpott1637]

Pack light, if you can take only a carry on, and invest in a good suitcase or borrow one.(Expandable ones are great if you plan on shopping.) A lot of the time if you are staying with someone or a hostel you will find a place to wash your clothes (like a laundret).

[@tatianatub]

i know how to have a west europe vacation for next to nothing step one live in europe step two crash at friends place

[@learnhowtoadult]

ashley beaumont Showoff. XD - Mike

[@spantonline]

Knowing about the public transport system in the place you're traveling to is good, as you'll save on taxis and feel a bit more like a local. Some of my funniest travelling stories happened on buses.

[@YokosukaVictoria]

I live in Japan, and I can tell you that it is much cheaper to take the Willer Express night buses between cities than it is to take the bullet trains. However, if you want to take the trains multiple times, it's a good idea to get a JR Railpass ahead of time. Not only can you use it to make multiple train reservations, you can use it to go on and off all JR trains for free in Japan.

[@drumsofautumn]

If you're travelling around middle europe be sure to use what we in Germany call "Fernbus". Which is big busses that travel from city to city and they add new locations basically every month! I don't know how good the connections are in other countries but the big German company has a lot of international connections as well! It's so cheap, there's no comparison!

[@ursula2165]

Same goes for Eurolines, they offer tickets to major European cities for less than half of the airline price.

[@Scurtinn]

thanks for quoting the greatest movie ever with the best soundtrack!

[@learnhowtoadult]

Scurtinn Our pleasure! Glad we see "I 2 I" on this. ;) - Mike

[@Joelthegeek]

I too love the Dland! I go every year on my birthday. Another smart way to travel is going where you have family and friends! this way you have somewhere to stay and save on hotel costs.

[@vindelanda]

If you're traveling a bit around Europe, but not enough to warrant a rail pass, take regional bus services as much as you can! I was traveling around Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands last month and ended up spending about €100 for all my transit in between cities because I used Meinfernbus instead of the train. The train is often over €100 for a single trip and isn't actually much faster on many routes.

[@onelowerlight]

For me personally, who I go with is more important than where I go. If that's you too, it's a good idea to figure that out before you board your flight / hit the road / buy your fare / etc.

[@3Ppaatt]

For Emma, 1 & 2

[@Yosi-Berman]

oh American hostels... so expensive! I traveled through West Europe and hostels were 18 euros on rare days... Usually spent 8-11 euros per night, with free Wifi and breakfast!

[@onelowerlight]

Yosi Berman Yeah, in Georgia (the country, not the state) the hostels were about 15-20 GEL, or $9-$12. Kargi majos!

[@joninacann]

University campus housing can offer a good midpoint between hostel and hotel. For about 60$ you can usually get a single bed for a night. If you get into travelling with multiple people you can often book an appt style suite for about 150$/night with four beds and an appt style layout. Only offered during the summer unfortunately.

[@marthalindout]

#1 for Emma and #4 for Mike

[@mayanpaw]

If you are a university student or under the age of 26, definitely go through studentuniverse or STA travel. I just bought a round trip ticket between the US and London for over $300 cheaper than buying on Kayak and they even had a "layaway" option where I could lock in my price by doing a deposit and then I can pay it off anytime before I leave.

[@AgentMaayan]

I'm really glad you guys have made this video! I actually asked for it a while back, because in less than a month I'll be travelling out of the country alone for the first time and am kinda freaking out. So thanks, this was super useful!

[@WorkTools123]

Love the tip about foreign flight costs climbing from initial offer through departure. Great info!

[@pantinaprovina42]

I am in an Airbnb right now! So grateful to know about it. So much better than a hotel!

[@l.tc.5032]

Trying an Airbnb for the first time hope it goes well.

[@Alassieth]

For Eastern Europe, I went to Bulgaria a couple of weeks ago. Two weeks all inclusive for only £850, and it's a really lovely place to travel. The exchange rate for £s is also really great so everything is pretty cheap!

[@SplitSniper7]

Yes! I've been waiting for this to come out! Thank you guys so much!!!

[@learnhowtoadult]

SplitSniper7 Yaaay, hope it lived up to your expectations! :D - Mike

[@TylerMayMedia]

I'm a big fan of using kayak and airbnb. Very helpful stuff. I just sent back a Warby Parker thing yesterday, but I didn't care to much for the colors I chose. So I think I'll do it again but with your link to help you guys out.

[@liwymi]

#3 for Emma and #5 for Mike

[@paigebreisacher747]

Emma #4, Mike #5. My biggest tip is that even if you don't have access to a kitchen, you can still buy food at grocery stores for 1-2 meals a day! Just make sure you bring or buy some silverware and a pocket knife and you can have great picnics with bread, cheese, fruit, etc. For breakfast you can buy individual yogurts, pastries, fruit, etc. And don't forget to shop at local produce markets in addition to grocery stores, you can get really good cheap fruit there! For public transport, do your research on fares and buy an unlimited or multi-day ticket even if you think you'll only just break even... you'll probably end up using it more if you know you can, and your feet will thank you, when you're really tired and just want to get back to your hostel!

[@ursula2165]

DON'T BUY "touristy" SOUVENIRS. Find what food/thing is a local speciality, and try to get it from a supermarket. For example: Tourists in the Netherlands spend loads of money on clogs, delft blue pottery, tulips and cheese. But if they walked away from the tourist shops and walked to the nearest Albert Heijn/Jumbo/Coop (supermarkets), they'd find their cheese, stroopwafels, haagse hopjes for way cheaper! You'll also find that foods or usable things won't easily clutter your home. They make a great conversation starter when you have someone over for tea/dinner. :)

[@etaientclair]

If you're living in/traveling in Europe, Ryanair is your best friend provided you know exactly how to avoid their hidden fees. Avoid exorbitant bag checking and boarding pass printing charges by traveling CARRY ON ONLY and PRINTING YOUR PASS YOURSELF AT HOME. If your bag is pushing the size limit, avoid getting made to check it by being one of the first 90 people on the flight, who they guarantee can keep their bags with them. Get in line early, print your own pass and travel light and enjoy super cheap tickets!

[@MrJakewray]

KAYAK has a European equivalent called SkyScanner

[@benjaminh7614]

PROTIP When traveling, transportation geared toward tourists is super expensive. Instead try local transportation like Chicken Buses in central america. it will cost considerably less and you will be able to meet the locals on your way to your destination.

[@AccioIsabelle]

If traveling in Europe a coach might be cheaper then flying. For example a return trip form Liverpool(UK) to Paris is £50 on a Mega Bus compared to £250 on an easy jet.

[@Joshlama]

Re wikitravel, there's also wikivoyage which is more robust and supported (wikipedia foundation supports it.)

[@NicoleSmith-cm3wm]

Travel cheap tip if you like museums: If you like to go see museums on vacations see if there are any museums that in your city that have reciprocity with other like institutions. I live in St. Louis and if I buy a museum membership in STL to our science center, I can go to the Field Museum, Science and Industry Museum and the International Surgical Science Museum in Chicago for FREE!

[@lukecolley7978]

uhh, just a note, warby isnt just an online store, their shop in soho is sick

[@brentkillian]

work for either a hotel and or an airline. if you don't want to do full time there may be some part time options. I work full time for a hotel and the employee rate for rooms is between 39 to 99 dollars a night depending on the hotel. I imagine an airline would be similar maybe take reservations or book flights if it is available.

[@brentkillian]

also cruises are a great option maybe do with a buddy to lower costs. It offers a great value and great entertainment. My personal favorite is Norwegian. it is like getting travel and accommodations all rolled in to one.

[@mimi_wandering]

I learned all these tips during study abroad and use them frequently. I definitely recommend! I wish there were still more ways to bring prices down! The most frustrating and scary thing is flights. Just sooo expensive :[

[@shinigami4242]

Great tip for traveling, if you have a military friend, invite them with!!! Discounts are plentiful and sometimes way lower then most "cheap" alternatives. As a thank you for their discounts help/offer to pay for some of their portion of the trip. For example: my family (in all 10 adults 3 children) combined spent well over $19,000 on Disney world, where if they would have looked into other options that cost could have been $9,000 total. Still would have been on property and in a nice hotel BUT would have to buy the wrist bands or wait till we got there for them. So if you have a mil bud, see if they can take the leave and search for those deals!!!

[@liwymi]

What about tips for a staycation!

[@davidalexallen]

My tip for travel, if you're traveling within a country or somewhere you can drive, you should drive instead of flying. You'll save on flights, airline fees, and rental car/taxi fees. Sure, gas might cost a bit, but it'll still end up cheaper for you on the way. Plus, you get to see a lot of stuff you normally wouldn't if you took an airplane.

[@lordcoyote2000]

Hi! A lot of great travel tips.

[@Cygnus378]

I find this channel to be very helpful for traveling, iv been a subscriber for a long time

[@MaddiChan94]

#1 or #3 for Emma and #4 or #5 for Mike!

[@una_10bananas]

Long time away for me but I like the advice.

[@BoldOpal]

Thanks for making this! I'll probably use this as I plan a trip for later in the year!

[@LuneFromage]

Couchsurfing is free! I use it and I let people stay in my apartment too. Just be polite and don't ask people the day of to stay at their place, Also, and his is not feasible for everyone, but Woofing, working abroad, and working holidays are all great ways to travel long-term. I'm in Japan teaching English and it's a great jumping off point for traveling around Asia--- not to mention that Japan itself is a really interesting country to explore and I feel I get to experience a special part of its culture that a lot of people don't get to see (even other Japanese people) living in the countryside.

[@archimasterclass]

what do you guys think about couchsurfing

[@sharonkaseman8759]

I LOVE that you began with A Goofy Movie. Still one of my favorites!! I soooo wanted to go to the Powerline concert!

[@shannonwilliams9727]

For the shades? #3 for Emma and #5 for Mike. Great video guys!

[@FightEatLive]

Is 'be aware of commute norms' a travel tip? Like... If you're somewhere in LA, the public transit probably aren't going to be a great option. And walking most likely isn't an option depending on what your doing.

[@thePirateQueenKt]

I like #1 for Emma and 5 for Mike I suppose

[@girlwhoneededayoutubehandle]

Emma: #3! (or 2 - depending on your personal preference)

[@girlwhoneededayoutubehandle]

Mike #2! (or 5 - depending on color preferences)

[@namraalareiks]

Will the novels eventually be on Audible? I don't often get time to sit down and read, but I do get to listen to audiobooks while at work. *o*

[@tmikemartin]

namraalareiks Emma's will be! I'm hopeful THE END GAMES eventually will, but there hasn't been any movement on that lately. Perhaps my next one, MR. FAHRENHEIT, will have better luck in that regard! :D - Mike

[@tessat338]

In the US, if you think you might ever want to travel outside the US, get your passport well ahead of time. We got our son a passport when he was in kindergarten, though he has yet to need it. Trying to get your passport on short notice can end in disaster especially with non-refundable air fare.

[@brentkillian]

Tessa T and as an adult the passport is good for 10 years

[@flawedmind]

brentkillian Specifically, US passports for people at or above the age of 16 last 10 years, and ones for people under 16 last for 5 years.

[@andreslikes2create]

im in love with this girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sokra]

Love your videos. Can you please do one on credit score?

[@MattPalka]

VIDCONNNNNNNNN. Thank you for these tips.

[@leeanniebananie]

Mike I share your love of Disney parks, but those trips are so expensive. Do you have any tips for going to Disney on a budget?

[@MrsMagma7]

If you are on a road trip or driving somewhere, planning stops with family/friends, your friends' family/friends, etc. whenever possible can really save on the hotel $. You might have to put up with extra chit-chat (which can be a plus!) and sleep on a couch, but you may get free food, a local perspective of the places you are driving through, and a chance to see people you maybe haven't seen in a while :)

[@iluvyosocks]

yup great advice!

[@MeanderingMeagan4]

#1 for both of you

[@MichaelMMorganm984638]

Mike - #5 Emma - #2

[@ughaghost]

2nd ones Mike?3rd ones Emma?Although I'd say all of Emma's looked great so she can choose whatever.

[@kujmous]

Emily: 4; T.Mike: 2. Lots of good ideas here. If there isn't a specific destination in mind, often lesser known vacation spots are much more relaxing and less expensive. In a few weeks, we'll be making our way to Ft Myers, FL. We found that it is far cheaper to drive from PA than to fly, as well.

[@dale116dot7]

I save money on vacation by just working instead. Plus, I worry less about being fired for taking a vacation.

[@h0neycrumbz]

A million hearts for all the goofy movie references. They really stand out. Above the crowd. I'll see myself out.

[@The365disneyfan]

"Not even planned" as if pffft! A great trip for travelling would be to couchsurf. Stay on a stranger's couch. It's like airbnb but free. Only pick the ones with lots of good reviews to be safe. It's a great way to experience local stuff. It's mostly people who have a space to spare and know the hardships of travelling. Buying your food from the super markets and not eating out every night is good too. Don't give in to people trying to con you for money, it's your money and you can refuse to give it them. Also, it's called a holiday* (not a vacation;))

[@sheltiegirl423]

If you're really looking to travel on the cheap, you can also try couch surfing. Couchsurfing.org is sort of like airbnb in that you can find locals to stay with, but it's free. You usually get fewer "amenities" than you would with airbnb or a hotel, and sometimes you'll just get a couch to crash on as the name suggests, but it's by far the cheapest way to travel. Just make sure you read the reviews on people's profiles before you agree to stay with them and don't stay with anyone who doesn't have reviews or who has a basically empty profile. Lastly, when you're searching through profiles, trust your gut. If you get a weird vibe after reading someone's profile or exchanging messages, don't stay with them!

[@rukbat3]

I like #3 for Emma and #1 for Mike! They went by kinda fast, though. . . .

[@ksilver17]

Mike, do you have any travel tips for Disney World? :)

[@SEGeiger]

If you are flexible on dates and location kayak.com/explore lets you search by price and weather etc so you can see just how far your dollar can get you, literally.

[@ntcssj]

Also, besides airbnb, couchsurfing.com is a great resource for free places to stay on your trip! (Of course make sure of safety, but I've heard great things!)

[@philheaton1619]

Why do you assume that flight is the way to go? Driving to and from will probably be less expensive and gives you cheap transportation once you are there. Don't forget bus and train travel either, especially in Europe. There are also tours. Unless you are wedded to the idea of doing something specific, like the mentioned Disney parks, you might find things to do near where you live. Check out Day Trip books and tourism departments of nearby governments for ideas. The idea is to take some time off, doing something you enjoy in order to de-stress.

[@HamzaSayedAli]

Love that shameless self promotion!

[@learnhowtoadult]

QTHERESURRECTION Are you referring to the mention of THE END GAMES and FIRST & THEN, both available on Amazon at a very reasonable price? I ask because I wasn't sure if you were referring to the mention of THE END GAMES and FIRST & THEN, both available on Amazon at a very reasonable price. - Mike

[@HamzaSayedAli]

How to Adult I now feel the urge to go purchase The End Games and First & Then on Amazon...

[@tmikemartin]

QTHERESURRECTION I hear they're available at a very reasonable price, is all I'm saying. - Mike

[@Tara13050]

hey guys! thanks for the cool tips! here's something i'm very confused about in the adult world that maybe you could put in a q&a or future video. how does the tax return system work? more importantly, why do they want us to pay taxes if they're just gonna give a lot of it back?? why don't they just take less out??? send help!

[@brianswtz1]

How about the CIA world factbook for international travel?

[@MarsellaFyngold]

=o how/where do we ask questions for future topics?

[@KumaKaori]

Going on Vacation starting next friday. *melts into a puddle just thinking about it* ^v^. =v=... Catchphrase? Catchphrase. (XD!! Excuse me while I pause and die laughing. Or maybe die of a feels attack? One or the other~.)