Frugal Traveling Tips When In New York

by - Friday, June 26, 2015

When you are traveling, saving money is always a great idea. You can enjoy finding New York City hotels and many other places to stay in this area. If you figure out how much money you can afford to spend before you go, you can enjoy traveling while staying within your budget.

Visit Attractions in the Off-Season
Instead of planning a trip to New York City during the holidays, consider visiting this area in the off-season. You can still enjoy all of the luxuries that this city has to offer without having to deal with the crowds and amped up prices. You can find lower hotel rates too during the off-season.

Buy Groceries
When you are looking for a way to save some money, you should consider doing some grocery shopping. If you have a refrigerator and microwave in your room, you can end up saving a ton of money on food. Instead of going out to eat each meal or ordering room service, buy inexpensive and easy meals and snacks to keep you satisfied.

Discounts
Whether you are looking for discounts on hotel rooms or New York attractions, ask about them wherever you go. You can often receive discounts for being a senior or student. You can also get discounts for groups or because you are a frequent customer.

Walk
If you can walk to a store or attraction, do so. You can enjoy seeing the New York City sights and save money on cab fare. Along with being a free option, walking is also a great way to get some fresh air and exercise.



Local Attractions
If you see a business that looks like it caters to tourists, it probably does. If you want to go shopping where locals go, ask them where they shop. You can find out where the best items are sold and where the least expensive ones are as well. By avoiding tourist attractions, you can save a lot of money and possibly find better items.

If you want to visit New York City, plan out your trip in advance. You can enjoy saving money in many ways and enjoying the experience of traveling in this great city. This area has a lot to offer even the most frugal visitor.

All photos above, credits to: hipmunk

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