Walking is a great way to save money and have a cardio workout.

1. Walking is FREE! 2. While you’re walking, you’ll get to experience more by people-watching, talking with locals and observing your surroundings much closer. Look for areas where you can plan out a walking map so you can save some of your transportation money. 3. Walking is FREE!

Be a rational shopper. Do not hurry to spend your money. While you’re waiting, consider how and when you’ll use the new product.

Honestly, the best souvenirs to take back home with you are the ones that have real stories behind them. Instead of buying the typical overpriced t-shirt with the name of the city on it (that you'll only wear to sleep), look for weekend markets and outlets and shop where the locals shop. Souvenirs should remind you of the feeling you had while you were there, not the money you had to set aside to pay for it.

Good to know that Sept. 21 is Museum Day in the USA, which means free admission to many museums that would typically cost you money.

Check out free local street fairs, cultural events, and even beautiful parks that only require you to enjoy yourself and soak it all in. Also, museums and tourist sites DO have discounted days and FREE days as well, so be sure to check their websites ahead of time!

Check out the pre-party deals for local bars on coupon sites or official guides sites to your destination.

1. If you're trying to go out and enjoy a little night life, look for places that offer happy hour OR pre-game back at your hotel/Airbnb to save yourself from buying rounds and rounds of shots. Your credit card will thank you later.

Buying a travel pass for several trips can be a great option to save your money.

Take an Uber, Lyft, rental car and split the cost with your travel buddies! OR do as the locals do and use public transportation — whether it's the subway, the bus, or even a tricycle ride, you’ll most likely see more of the city this way!

You can meet locals through Meetup application for free group activities or through other social media.

Have a friendly chat with locals during your trip and they’ll most likely be so proud of their hometown, that they’ll give you a guide to the best eats, free activities and secret spots like a non-crowded beautiful hidden beach. This way, you’ll also be able to have more of a personal connection with the culture and community, while adding some spontaneity to your trip!

Planning your budget is helpful but be careful, don't overplan. Overplanning increases stress. Uncertainty is where things happen.

We know being in a new place is so exciting that you want to jam pack your itinerary but we’re here to tell you that it’s not always worth it. Stay present and spend more time in fewer places to really soak in what you came there for — a new and refreshing experience; that’s a feeling you can’t always get when you’re rushing to get from one place to another. If you’re going to be there, BE there, and we promise you won't overspend.