Taking a vacation on a beautiful island can be just the thing you need to recharge. If your bank account isn't as full as you would like, you may think an island vacation is out of reach. With some smart planning, however, you can afford this type of trip. Here are two ways to save money so you can fit an island resort vacation in your budget.

Use the Local Website

Booking your vacation online is an excellent way to save money. You can find some really good travel deals if you know where to look. If you plan on traveling to a place that uses a different currency, then you may want to make the effort to book your travel on a local site (or the local version of the same site) and prepay for it.

One reason for this is rates quoted in your currency may actually be a little higher than rates quoted in the native currency because the company has to account for fluctuations in the exchange rate. By booking in the native currency, you could score a lower price than you would if you reserved the same thing in your currency.

Another reason is if you prepay for the different aspects of your vacation (e.g., hotel, car), you'll lock in the price at the exchange rate on the day you made the booking and won't have to worry about unexpected increases in the rate exchange when you arrive.

Eat Local

Islands typically must have foods that don't (or can't) grow in the region shipped in, which increases their cost. This means that you may end up paying more for your meals if you eat non-local cuisine or dishes made with foods that had to be transported from other locations.

A good way to save money on meals and drinks is to opt for purely local cuisine. Not only do local foods tend to be cheaper, they oftentimes taste better than non-local fare because the ingredients used to make them are usually fresher. Additionally, partaking in local cuisine will provide a more immersive experience, and you may discover one or two new favorite dishes.

If you find that eating local foods is just too adventurous for you, you can still save money on food by getting a room with a stove (or microwave) and refrigerator and making most of your own meals.

For more money-saving tips or to book your next island resort vacation, contact a professional like Cala Mia Boutique Resort.

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