One of the things that discourage passionate and enthusiastic travellers is that travelling can be an expensive encounter. However, this should not make you give up on one of the most enjoyable pastimes. Put a plan in motion, start saving, target short trips within your budget, and before you know it, you will become an ardent traveller.

Here are some money-saving travel tips:

Saving on transport: If you are travelling by road, rail, or by air, there are ways to travel within your budget. Flying can be expensive, especially if it is an international flight. However, with time and a keen eye, and practice, you will learn how to book 'cheap flights' that will come with a lot of money savings. For example, there are airlines that allow you to book a flight two to three months in advance, allowing you to cut on short notice fare; others allow you to pay instalments, and others put up cheap ticket alerts. Ensure you sign for such alerts. If you are taking a road trip, consider looking for PSVs that offer cheaper fares as opposed to taxis and special PSVs that are expensive. If travelling by rail, you might want to consider travelling economy class. This goes the same for flights also.