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Here are fivemoney moves to prepare your finances for the summer travel season.
That answer drives your budget and priorities.
Hall explained, You dont need a five-star hotel to make memories.
You need presence, peace of mind and maybe a little paella.
Once travelers set an intention, they should brainstorm their top three desired experiences for the trip.
Not destinations or things to buy, but emotions or outcomes, Hall said.
Then allocate your budget toward those.
Want more quality time with your kids?
Spend on a spacious Airbnb, not theme park merch.
Book a cooking class or local guide.
A defined pre-trip budget helps maintain financial control, prevent overspending and preserve a post-vacation savings buffer.
Youll be surprised how fast it adds up.
Travelers should look to their current subscriptions and discretionary spending as places to reallocate or save money.
Use Travel Rewards Cards Wisely
Payment methods can shape spending habits and post-trip financial health.
Figure out if you might completely pay off your balance each month, Murchland said.
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