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Almost by definition backpackers are travelling on limited funds. You’ll no doubt be looking for ways to keep costs down and save cash wherever and whenever possible. Here are a few tips that might you along your way. Full-time students or those of you will university acceptance letters, can get an International Student Identity Card (ISIC). These are valid in 120 countries and entitle you to over 40,000 discounts globally including hostels, buses, trains and Internet cafes. If you’ve left the world of study but you’re still the youthful side of 26, then get an International Youth Travel card which work in much the same way as the ISIC. Although insurance may seem like a waste of money, it will cost you a considerable amount more if you have an accident without insurance. Basically, you should hope for the best but prepare for the worst. You can save valuable pennies by buying toiletries at your destination. Shampoo and conditioner etc are heavy so by doing this you’ll not only save cash but valuable weight allowance at check-in. Also, you should arrange your tours and accommodation locally. You are likely to get better rates as you cut out the middle-man and you can negotiate better deals face-to-face. Although tours are a great option when you are travelling alone, it’s your first time backpacking and you don’t speak the language. However, don’t rely on them too much. You will miss out on many places, meeting certain people and it will cost you a lot more to do so. Going at your own pace is a much better option that will save you cash. Staying on the subject of transport; use public transport whenever you can. Local busses may seem daunting and unruly but they’re usually the cheapest option and give you a real insight into the country you’re travelling in. There are certain situations however when transportation should be booked in advance such as train fares in Europe. If you know your dates around a month in advance (unlikely but possible) you can receive greater discounts and more choice of travel times. Once you’re on the road going from hostel to hostel, don’t bother buying reading material. Look for hostels with book exchanges so you can swap your well-read copy of the latest Paulo Cohelo with an equally well-worn Nick Hornby.
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