This is not the be all and end all list of money saving tips for travel; this is just my personal game plan. These are pieces of advice I’ve gathered from years of travelling myself, from working in accounts roles, and from people I’ve met through my work as a travel consultant. I do practice what I preach, and these are steps I follow every time I travel.

When planning and preparing for your trip, whether it’s a weekend break or the big gap year that you have had your sights set on throughout school, university or your working career, arguably the most exciting part is getting those flights booked up so that there is no going back! 

When I first signed up to couchsurfing.com five years ago, I had no idea that I would actually get the chance to use it. I signed up for fun because I really liked the thought of potentially hosting and meeting new people from around the world.