There’s plenty of great reasons to travel across America. Whether it’s the wealth of different cities, cultures and sights to see, or even the stunning vast open wilderness that is just waiting for you to explore, you’re certain to have a good time. However, if your potential American adventure is being stifled by budget constrains there’s no need to worry as this helpful post will show you five ways to travel across America on a budget.
Map out your route
To start with the basics, the first tip is to carefully map out your route. Pick the major destinations you want to travel to and look at what hidden gems might be in between them – you can often find the places off the beaten track are a bit cheaper than the tourist traps. This planning can inform the rest of our tips.
Stay in hostels or alternative accommodation
The next tip is to look at the accommodation on the route you’re planning to take. Naturally, you should look for the cheaper hostels, or use apps and websites like Airbnb and TripAdvisor to check reviews and book online. These might not be as luxurious as a five-star hotel but you can find some pretty good deals; when these are booked you know you have a strict time-limit and budget to stick to.
Travel light
By staying in such places you also have the option to wash clothes, meaning you can travel lighter and cut down on taking extra luggage. Plus, you won’t have to carry more weight around with you, giving you the freedom to explore and enjoy the sights.
Drive between destinations
Internal flights are quicker but can be very expensive, so a more affordable – and arguably convenient – idea is to hire a car to drive between destinations. If there’s a group of you this can also cut costs as you can all chip in, and of course, share the driving responsibilities.
Have care packages sent from home
The last tip is to get people to send you care packages from home to greet you when you arrive at different places. A few creature comforts can be a real treat – especially towards the end of the trip. However, remember to use a reliable international delivery firm that can get these to the right place at the right time!
With all this in mind then, all there’s left for you to do is get your plans together and set off to the ‘land of opportunity’ and enjoy your very own American dream.
