Gasoline prices are once again on the rise in the Cincinnati area, from $3.35 on Cincinnatis east side (Eight Mile Road and Clough Pike) to $3.49 at service stations in virtually every section of the city (as listed March 3 on cincygasprices.com). As high as those prices are, continuing unrest in the Middle East has led some to say it could go higher, surpassing four dollars a gallon this Summer.[1]
Maineville resident Jane Wright-Combs says that she had planned a June trip to see family in Wisconsin, but has already shelved those plans, knowing she will have to make a September trip for a family wedding. Others have adopted a wait-and-see attitude, prepared to pull the plug on travel plans if prices increase further.
Still, while climbing fuel prices may change your 2011 travel plans, they dont have to ruin them. A few sensible steps can salvage a tripor create a first-rate second choice.
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Compensate. If you have plans that cant be changed, look for other places to cut corners. Schedule flights as early as possible (ideally on Tuesday or Wednesday, when prices tend to be lowest) and check alternative airports. A drive to Dayton, Lexington, or Indianapolis can save hundreds of dollars off flights out of the Cincinnati airport.
Stay local. So you planned a trip to Disney World? This year, it might be smarter and less stressful to enjoy Kings Island and Great Wolf Lodge. Instead of Las Vegas, spend a few nights at Argosy or Belterra Casinos. Instead of the Rockies, hit the Smokies.
Eat free. Book stays in hotels that offer complimentary breakfasts. "The important to budget travel is to plan in advance. When it occurs to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved vacations and/or going to see new locations we have never been before, the truth of expense and budgeting is often in the back of our heads. Organizing and spending our travel budget correctly is a priority for most families. Minimizing spending and fees, while still savoring your vacation to its fullest, is the key to confirmed success and fiscal liability. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The reasoning regarding economizing money while traveling is simple: Even if your personal finances is highly tight, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or departing the homestead! Also recalling that while traveling, whether on a funds or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a big vacation or travel expenses!..". Once there, inquire about coupons for local eateries.
Move off-peak. Do a little research to learn when the peak season begins and ends at your destination, and plan your travel before or after those dates.
Plan free activities. Look for destinations that offer free museums, hiking trails, walking tours, etc. For example, a family can spend days seeing sights in Washington, D.C., without paying for a single admission.
Dont let the rising cost of fuel sink your 2011 travel plans. It might take a little more planning, but you might discover a world of fun you never would have experienced otherwise.
[1] http://www.newsweek.com/2011/01/20/here-comes-4-gas-5-cups-of-coffee.html
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