Group travel done right

Money-saving tips for travelling with friends

If you're a group of friends on a budget, travelling together means more people to split costs with. Here are our tips:

• Ask about group discounts for things like accommodation, activities and museums.
• Buy in bulk and split the costs. This works on everything from snacks and drinks to souvenirs.
• Cook dinner together instead of eating at restaurants every night. It's cheap and it's a great way to spend an evening together.
• Keep track of what you're spending. It's easy to go overboard, especially if you're not used to the local currency.
  

Our tips for stress-free group travel

Even the best of friends don't agree on everything. Keep these things in mind to make sure your trip goes smoothly.
 

• Discuss your budget. Money is a tricky subject, so talk about it beforehand to help avoid awkward moments along the way.
• Split tasks or assignments among the group. If you're each responsible for one thing, planning the trip will be so much easier.
• Consult and compromise on the itinerary. You can go museum hopping on one day and try cliff jumping the next. Mix it up!
• Plan some alone time. Not big on cliff jumping? Skip it – remember that you don't have to do everything together.
• Keep communicating. If something's bothering you, speak up – or if you're having the time of your life, let everyone know!