Fishing Frenzy

If you love to travel but find it hard in these tough economic times, you're not alone. Airline fares are going up and it seems frustrating. Fortunately, you don't have to break the bank in order to have a wonderful vacation. There are ways to save money and still have a holiday to remember.

It's not any better with hotel prices. They may seem out of reach and one of the reasons behind this is the lack of lodgers. A decline in demand gives hoteliers little reason to create reduced rate packages.

But chin up, you don't have to give up on traveling. All you have to do is determine what kind of vacation you're looking for.

All you have to do is take a hard look at what kind of vacation you want to have - one that focuses on a particular destination or one that hits as many stops as possible, then plan accordingly.

If you have thought about your journey and done your research you can save money by eliminating extras that don't mean that much to you.

The main difference between the two travel styles mentioned is how you will spend your money. If you choose one main location to vacation most of your money can be spent there and you may need less to go around.

Those that want to see more locations and participate in more activities will likely have to spend more to have the vacation they demand. If you want a more elaborate vacation you can save money by looking for package deals or traveling in off-peak times.

Check with your travel agent to see what they can do for you. They may be able to create a suitable package for you or you may want to plan your trip ala carte and compare prices online. The choice is yours. Once you know what you want you can plan accordingly.