While planning a family-vacation can be extremely tiresome and costly, digital travel platform Agoda has shared seven travel hacks to help save big on the next family outing, be it time, money or stress.

In order to assist travellers plan trips that fit their budgets, digital travel platform Agoda has released a list of methods through which the travellers can make the most of their trips, while spending the least possible.

In a press statement, Agoda says that when travelling, travel hacks can really help avoid unnecessary stress and save time and money, or both. While some of them are well-known others can be more obscure. The family holiday season is here already and it can be a challenge to make special memories with loved ones on a travel budget, says Agoda, proposing seven hacks.

Explore domestic destinations

Domestic travel allows the family to skip costs for overseas flights and visa expenses while renewing a sense of national pride as travellers get to learn about their own culture. When choosing a local destination, consider hidden-gem destinations that give the family a completely different experience from locations frequented by others. Or opting for nature-filled destinations offers an immersive experience within nature that lets the family save up on expenditure compared to being in the urban jungle, says the statement.

Bundle together, save together

While getting on a plane can be quite the adventure for the kids, it may take a sizable chunk out of the travel budget. Agoda says that the best way to save on airfares is by bundling the flight with the accommodation, which often results in additional discounts, leaving more for fun activities at the destination.

Start the day with an included breakfast

Agoda says that booking an accommodation with a complimentary breakfast can not only can not only save lots of money, but also takes away the stress of preparing one. It is definitely crucial to start an activity-rich vacation day with some proper breakfast.

Ensure deal-hunting

The statement adds that travel platforms often introduce special discounted rates for occasions like ‘double-days’, pay-day, upcoming holidays, and many other reasons. It is worth keeping track of those and one may as well stumble upon some ‘secret deals’ with stacked discounts.

To book refundable or not to book refundable

In case of fixed travel dates, great offers can still be availed on opting for the non-refundable lower price deals. Whereas if flexibility with the dates of travel is the greatest concern, one can compare room rates and conditions for the deals accordingly, adds Agoda.

Try holiday homes over hotel rooms

Agoda says that booking a holiday home instead of several hotel rooms is often the more budget-friendly option. Guests can stack up the fridge, light up the BBQ, or even use the space in the living room to play some board games or charades with the whole gang.

Seek pre-booked experiences

Agoda says it is best to be punctual in the game, book tickets online ahead of time to save money and fast-track to adventure, secure the spot, and let the excitement begin as with making new memories with the loved ones.

“We want planning a family vacation, whether it’s with immediate family or a multi-generational trip, to be a fun experience, filled with anticipation, and above all easy to do. We help all travellers on Agoda find the best possible deal, no matter the group size or travel purpose. And hopefully the tips below will help just that little bit extra to make sure the family’s travel budget is spent as wisely as possible,” says Krishna Rathi, Country Director, India at Agoda.