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How to Save on Rental Cars

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We will probably be renting a car for our vacation this year. So, instead of trying to cram my hubby, my grandson, myself and all of our travel things into my little Toyota Camry Solara (read that convertible with very little trunk space), I’m looking for a mid-sized SUV to rent for a couple of weeks. Rent by the week.

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How We Frugal-ed in June 2023

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We had two options: wait a day to leave Florida or rent a car once we got to Philly and drive to our parked car at the Harrisburg airport. As much as we would have loved an extra day in Florida, it wasn’t an option, so we rented a car. 4 – Credit Card Rewards – $241.78

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How to Save Money When Traveling

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We usually go with one empty credit card, put everything on that ONE card so it’s easy to keep track of, and try our best not to go over our spending goal. Another cost to factor into flying is whether or not you’ll need a rental car when you arrive at your destination. We almost always drive!

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5 Ways to Make Travel with Your Family More Affordable

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Use discounts on rental cars. We rented an SUV for our last vacation because our car is getting very old and the route was fairly desolate. Ways to Save on Travel Without Using Rewards Credit Cards Saving Money on Food While On the Road. We pack these in a suitcase, so no one knows the difference. (We

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Best Credit Cards – December 2023

Savings Corner

Top balance transfer credit cards BankAmericard® credit card: 0% Intro APR for 18 billing cycles for purchases, and for any balance transfers made in the first 60 days of opening your account. Read our review of the BankAmericard® credit card. But most people can’t go wrong with these award-winners.

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Enjoying Spring Vacation on a Tight Budget

Penny Pinchin' Mom

You certainly do not want to return home to a stack of credit card bills you can’t pay. Skip the hotel There are many sites, such as Airbnb, that offer homes or condos to rent. If you belong to a warehouse, AAA or another club, they may offer discounts on airfare, hotels and even rental cars.

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How to Save Money on a Vacation Rental Stay

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

For the past 8 years, I have owned and rented out a property in the Branson, MO area. As sort of an insider, I have seen ways that “in the know” folks can save on their vacation rental stays. Where vacation rental owners advertise. Don’t forget to look for savings on things besides the actual rent.

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