I am utilizing many methods to reduce my travel costs. I have found these most effective on reducing the bottom line. Maybe someone out there has a few that I have not thought of?
- Using air miles/points for my long haul flights
- Using Skype to make phone calls from internet cafes/wifi
- Carry a laptop and flash drive for offline work
- Self catering when in more expensive areas
- Do not eat or drink in the airport if at all possible
- Travel by bus or train instead of flying if cheaper/possible
- Stay longer in each place, move slower
- Couch surfing/staying with friends/sharing accommodation if possible
- I am toying with the idea of camping
- Pick up any and all side work, sell things from cheap places in expensive places, etc.
Other ideas that did not make the list were to establish a base (ie buy real estate) in a country and only travel part time. This reduces costs and gives me recharge time. This site is another with maybe a little blog/advertising revenue or even donations if I am lucky. Feel free to contribute yours!