10 ways to save on vacation

 Ha! the holidays, a time conducive to relaxation, laughter and the creation of precious family moments.

So that your holidays are moments of pure happiness and above all, economical, here are our tips:

Think flexibility in choosing your dates.

Of course, we know that construction holiday weeks are very busy and more expensive, avoid this period if possible.

When thinking about reserving an activity or a chalet, take into account the possible variation in costs for weekdays and weekends. You might be surprised at the possible savings.

Choose free activities

Consult the calendar of events of the municipalities you are going to visit. Who knows, your visit may coincide with an outdoor show, fireworks or a day of family celebrations. Don't forget to take a look at the festival line-up. There are often interesting activities at a lower cost.

Focus on the outdoors

Summer holidays offer a great time to do outdoor activities: hiking, biking, fishing, beach, etc. Quebec is a great playground, whatever your profile, contemplative or sporty. Whether with toddlers or teenagers. There is something for every taste. These activities are often free or often at a very affordable cost.

Trade or rent equipment

Do you want to do an activity that requires equipment? Before thinking about buying anything, assess your real need. Are you going to reuse this equipment? How many times? Is a purchase really required? In addition, for the sake of saving space, and to save our planet, renting or buying second-hand equipment could be considered. 

Stock up on snacks and drinks before setting off on your beautiful journey

Hunger is always felt after a few kilometers. Impressive, the hunger of these little beings! Buying drinks and snacks when refueling can be very expensive. Before you go, stock up on snacks and drinks. Leave it in the car all the time.

Talk to locals and avoid tourist traps

You have finally arrived in this beautiful corner of the country. Find out about the city's must-sees. Listen to restaurant suggestions. You could make great finds, at a reasonable cost. All these little gems are not necessarily found in a tourist guide, for lack of means to cover the advertising costs. Word of mouth and social media can be a wealth of information.

Subscribe to newsletters, buying group.

These could offer interesting packages on hotels, restaurants, etc. Be sure to read the terms and conditions of use. You wouldn't want to realize that the discount is not applicable while on vacation!

Take advantage of packages or activity passports

If they meet your needs, packages or passports often offer great savings. Combining several services (hotels, activities, meals) often reduces the bill.

Exchange your house

Most of the time, it is accommodation that accounts for most of the cost of your vacation. Why not exchange your house during your vacation? There are several platforms framing these exchanges. You do not have to use the services of a specialized company, talk to those around you. Who knows, your cousin from Gaspésie may be dreaming of coming to spend a week in Montreal in your house while you tease cod with your family?

Pay with a credit card

Credit card discounts mean extra dollars in your pocket. Instead of paying with cash or your debit card, pay with your credit card. You can benefit from attractive discounts, depending on your type of card and the discounts offered by the banking institution.

Plan

Whether you're going grocery shopping or going on vacation, a little planning will save you money and prevent you from impulse buying.

Breathe and take advantage of these beautiful moments to recharge your batteries. Good holidays!