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Traveling has been something that I’ve wanted to do since I can remember. I was always curious as to what the world had to offer. So much to see, learn, so much history experience and be a part of. It provides a key to the world, to expand your horizons and perhaps even give you a new perspective on life.

As with most things, traveling is not exactly free. There is always some kind of cost involved, even if it is just gas money. With summer coming up, it’s prime time for family vacations. Gas prices are not as low as they once were, tickets into theme parks are ridiculously expensive and taking a vacation can get pretty expensive pretty fast… it doesn’t have to be that way.

Today, there are a lot of ways to save a buck here and there that are often overlooked and sometimes thinking outside of the box can save a bundle and provide experiences that will last a lifetime.

• AAA – Already have a membership? They also provide free maps, free travel books, discounts on travel, entertainment, dining. 
• Town Websites – often they will have coupons or discounts on local retailers, hotels, admission to events.
• Look for alternatives. Instead of going to a major theme park, pick a location and make a road trip. Find stops along the way that are not the “norm” that may provide better memories than hitting up the “tourist traps”. If I know I’m going to be in a certain area and have time to check out something new, one of the first website I go to is Roadside America. Most of these pit spots are free if not incredibly cheap! You will find some pretty odd ones in there.