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4. Don’t buy a souvenir the moment you see it. When eating and drinking: 5. Score a cheap airline lounge pass online and cash in on the free snacks. 6. Bring some food and drinks with you—for both the plane and the trip itself. 7. If you really love coffee, consider packing an on-the-go French press. 8. Eat at least one meal in your hotel room. 9. Book hotel rooms that include breakfast in the price. 10. Consult your location’s destination marketing organization website to see if there are any good restaurant deals. 11. Check out local food carts and markets. When visiting tourist attractions: 12. Search coupon on Getaways to find deals on group tours. 13. Check out free tourist attractions, like parks and no-cover museums. 14. Tour the city by foot instead of taking a bus or car. 15. If you’re in Europe, get a city card. It might grant you free admission to popular attractions. 16. Get to know your hotel’s concierge. 17. Use the internet to find discounts and coupons on stuff you’re interested in. When traveling around your destination: 18. Avoid costly airport cabs if you can. 19. If you’re renting a car, do a price comparison to get the cheapest option. 20. Use apps like Gas Buddy to score deals on fuel. 21. Take advantage of public transportation. When exchanging (or just generally budgeting) money: 22. Use a credit card that doesn’t charge you for international expenses. 23. Create a checking account that exclusively holds the money you’ve budgeted for a trip. 8.0 Spending Time Outdoors With Family