Rollaboard Travel - Tips on Traveling Light

Air travel these days costs so much more that it once did. There are fees for everything from luggage to legroom. In order to help you save a little money where it counts I have come up with some money saving tips for traveling by plane.

Packing Lght

The days of two free fifty pound bags of luggage allowance are over. Now the airlines are counting on luggage fees for profits instead of the tickets themselves. To help you save a little try and pack your luggage in a carryon bag.

This may mean you have to choose several tops that match the same bottoms or one pair of extra shoes that match your dressy outfits. However, you are going to spend about twenty five dollars for the first bag and about thirty five for the second if you choose not to budge.

If the carry on option will not suffice then you can try to pack the family in one large suitcase and carryon luggage. This will only cost you a minimal fee compared to paying for each family member to check a bag.

Pack Your Snacks

Airport food has always been expensive so travelers have often packed a lunch or eating the costs or waited until the flight. Airlines would provide nice meals for longer flights along with their usual beverage service and peanuts or pretzels.

Today the airport food is still expensive but the airlines food is more expensive. They have snacks and snack boxes from three dollars up. The more little goodies you get the pricier the food. To help avoid this expensive food pack your own snacks.

Remember not to pack drinks as they are free from the airlines and are not allowed through security. However, sandwiches and snack food are perfect to throw together in a backpack and bring on board. Make sure you pack enough for the length of your travels and include all family members in the selection process.

Bring Pillows and Blankets

You might not think that pillows and blankets are such a big deal if the plane ride is just a couple of hours but if you have a long day of travel they are nice to have. Making sure your airline does not charge for the pillows and blankets would be the best way to determine if you need to pack them or not.

If they do charge for pillows and blankets then either dress in layers where you can stay warm in the air conditioning and use your extra sweatshirt as a pillow. Or you can pack a travel pillow and blanket in your backpack.

Comfort is important when you have little children and long flights. Packing the right cozy blanket or favorite stuffed animals are a good way to get your little ones to nap so you are able to relax.

Save For Fun

While it may be more of a hassle to pack light, bring food and carry pillows or blankets you will save yourself quite a bit of money. Not to mention the money you save by sitting in a normal seat instead of the ones that have six to eight inches of extra legroom.

Instead of spending the money on getting to your destination, by using these tips you will save your money for the fun stuff at your destination. Enjoy your travels and be sure to plan ahead so you can save money on your trip.