- Accommodation
- Budget gastronomy
- Budget transport
- Budget entertainment
The long-awaited summer is the favorite time of the year for most people. This is the time for vacations and travels, rest and recuperation, as well as vivid impressions that you will remember for a long time. The main question is: where to go on vacation? If your soul asks for new sensations, you should pay attention to the blue shores of the Caribbean Islands.
The “Life in the Caribbean” show on the Fine Living lifestyle entertainment channel will introduce you to families who have decided to change the noisy metropolitan areas to endless seas. Professional real estate agents will help the heroes choose the best options for houses and apartments, regardless of their budget.
Holidays on the islands are an expensive pleasure, but why deny yourself it, if you can fulfill your dream by cutting some costs. Fine Living TV offers you several life hacks for a low-budget trip to the Caribbean.
Accommodation
Of course, staying in hotels is quite expensive, both in the Caribbean and on any other beach holiday. However, you have the option to save money by staying at a hostel. There are a huge number of such budget hotels with two or three bed rooms and even breakfast included in the price. In addition, while staying at the hostel, you can meet interesting people who love to travel just like you. You can not only spend the evening in a pleasant company, but also share your experience and advice with each other.
Also, one of the most budgetary options is camping, that is, rest with accommodation in a tent. This trip is suitable for adventure lovers and those looking to put their Boy Scout skills to the test. It is important to remember that camping is prohibited in some parks and public areas. However, there are dedicated camping areas where you can comfortably settle down. If you decide on this type of rest, it is better to determine in advance the place where you will set up your camp. This is necessary in order to understand where the bus stop is, whether you are far from the city center and what are the nearest places near you.
For those who still like to live in comfort, we advise you to use sites to find rooms and apartments from local residents. Registered members of such sites offer each other free assistance and overnight travel. This option is considered a budget option, since apartment owners usually do not charge very high fees. The advantage of such a stay is not only in saving the budget, but also in the opportunity to communicate with local residents, from whom you can get useful information about interesting authentic places.
And finally, another option is an exchange vacation. This type of residence involves the exchange of houses with a person from another country or city. Of course, not everyone will agree to such an unusual accommodation option, but thanks to it, you not only will not spend the budget allocated for your vacation, but you will also be able to feel like a real local resident.
Budget gastronomy
We all love to eat well. On vacation, it is important to remember one rule - expensive - not always tasty. If you want to save money, then choose a cafe far from the central streets of the city. Restaurants, which are popular with most tourists, tend to inflate prices for completely ordinary dishes. In addition, you can try real national cuisine only in small family establishments. That is why, and, of course, in order to save money, we invite you to ask the locals about home cafes. In such places you can taste delicious and inexpensive dishes of national cuisine prepared according to family recipes.
Budget transport
While on vacation in the Caribbean, I want to visit as many beautiful places, beaches and attractions as possible. Taxis are expensive, so we advise you to use a bike rental service. You can rent this "transport" at specialized points or at special parking lots.
If you are not ready to play sports on vacation, but at the same time want to ride with the breeze, then be sure to rent a scooter. It is considered not the most expensive pleasure, however, in most cities you need to have a driver's license to drive this vehicle. Most importantly, don’t forget to put on a helmet for your own safety and enjoy the speed as much as possible!
When it comes to public transport, it is sometimes difficult to find a bus stop in small towns on the islands. For example, in the Dominican Republic, you cannot leave the airport by bus, since all stops are located only in the city. In this case, you still have to take a taxi. It is important to remember that you should not sit with the taxi drivers who stand at the exit from the airport. Move a little further from the entrance and you will see the difference in cost.
Budget entertainment
Who said that you can only have fun for money? On any trip, you can find many free options for educational and fun activities. For example, you can visit various attractions and museums with free admission. Also, do not forget that you are on the islands, where an incredible number of mesmerizing beaches with the purest blue water of the Caribbean Sea. Spending an entire day swimming, diving and jumping off the pier or bungee into the refreshing sea water is the best beach holiday has to offer.
Moreover, you can also spend a wonderful day in parks and reserves. True, most of these places are usually paid, but why not spend your remaining budget on exciting trips to the waterfall or to the indescribable beauty of the valley.
Don't forget about useful apps as well. You can save money by marking your geolocation in specialized assistants on your smartphone, because sometimes in some shops, bars and restaurants they can offer a free drink or a small but pleasant discount for a check-in.
Feel free to use all the services of tourist centers. They provide all the information you need to know about free museums and attractions and take a useful city map for your trip. These centers also have various guides and discount coupons.
