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A recentCivicSciencesurvey revealed that close to one-third of U.S. adults plan to travel during the holidays.

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While meeting family and friends during the holidays can yield unforgettable experiences,the expenses can add up.

Luckily, there area few ways that you’re free to saveon these items.

Thats why its important to use a card withno foreign transaction feesfor those trips.

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Furthermore, some cards have generous perks, such as a free hotel night.

Looking at local areas that are a few hours away can help you save on plane tickets.

You may discover new places and make new friends who you wouldnt have made at a more well-known destination.

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According toFareCompare, the cheapest days to fly in the United States are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

Weekdays are cheaper than weekends for international trips.

Leaving and arriving on a Tuesday or Wednesday can lead to maximum savings.

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However, FareCompare offers an additional way to maximize your savings if you are traveling on a plane.

Fly when most people dont want to.

Cheaper times include dawn, overnight routes, and flights around thelunch and dinner hours.

Late afternoons and mid-morning flights are the most expensive.

Restaurants arent as busy in the afternoon and offer lower prices to bring people to their venues.

Eating at dinner time along with most customers will result in higher prices.

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