If you can’t afford a plane ticket to get to where you want to go for vacation, try a road trip with three of your best friends. The economy doesn’t have to curb travel plans. It only makes you have to search for alternate transportation and housing. There are a number of alternatives that make fun achievable in a tough economy. Grab your friends, head to happy hour, and make a plan.
One of the best places to look for a lodging is Vacation Rentals By Owner. This website features private properties that are great for group travel. The cost of a week in a private condo is about the same as one night in a comparable quality hotel. Pick your destination, and start shopping for a good crash pad. What sort of attractions and entertainment are you looking for? If it’s a popular destination, there will definitely be privately owned lodging for rent.
Who has the biggest car? Everybody needs to pitch in to get it travel worthy. Then figure out your gas budget and divide that. This is the least expensive mode of transportation, and quite frankly, the most fun. As you travel, make sure to check out kooky road side attractions. Take lots of photos. You trip will become one of your best memories. Explore the culture as you travel, too. The destination is just the end attraction. The road trip is the real gem. And the friendships and bonding are the diamond.
Grab a beer, a map and your friends. Start planning that road trip!