Build a budget before booking
■ Estimate total costs for transportation, lodging, food, activities, fees, and tips.
■ Add a 10% to 15% buffer for unexpected expenses.
■ Create a daily spending target for meals, activities, and souvenirs.
Plan food and activities in advance
■ Decide where to spend and where to save ahead of time.
■ Consider lodging with a kitchen, packing snacks, making grocery stops, and seeking free or lower-cost activities.
