Summer vacay 101

Save on planes, trains and automobiles [The Penny Hoarder Daily]( [Save on your summer vacation]( [Before Summer Ends]( [Go on vacation]( If we were pessimists (and some of us are), we’d say we’re at the point of “summer half-empty.” But don’t let those back-to-school sales popping up put you in a panic — it’s not too late to plan your summer getaway! Yes, inflation is still affecting the average American’s budget and flights are still more expensive than pre-pandemic levels. But we’ll tell you how to [get out and explore the world without breaking the bank.](   [Cards that Pay for Vacay]( Do you want to earn miles or points? Rewards on dining, groceries or travel? Check out our best credit cards list for July 2024 and [choose a card with rewards you’ll actually use]( your next getaway. [Treat Yo’ Self](   [Next Stop, Insanely Cheap Train Tickets]( [Next Stop, Insanely Cheap Train Tickets]( With the rising costs of airline tickets and gas, Americans are saving by booking on the railroad. Did you know that even cars can ride the tracks now? That means even bigger savings by avoiding rental or Uber fees when you get off at your final stop. Here are our best tips to [save big traveling by way of train](.   [12 Fabulous Cities for Vacations Without a Car]( Fortunately, some of the best summer destinations are also incredibly walkable. Don’t want to drive on vacation? You don’t have to [if you visit these 12 cities](. [Never Do These Things With Your Money]( [4 Things Frugal People Never Spend Money On]( You know about brewing your own coffee, avoiding Target, and resisting the allure of avocado toast (cut to: millennial eye-roll). But there’s more. Here are [four things you can cut from the budget]( help you save on things like utilities, groceries, insurance and all that necessary stuff.   [11 Tips for Traveling on a Budget]( It’s important to be a financially responsible adult, but what’s life without a little adventure? These 11 tips will show you how you can [travel more and do it affordably](.   [We'll Text You More Money Tips]( Some of the links in this post are from our sponsors. We provide you with accurate, reliable information. [Learn more]( about how we make money and select our advertising partners. We’re letting you know because it’s what Honest Abe would do. After all, he is on our favorite coin. © 2024 The Penny Hoarder. All rights reserved. 490 1st Ave S. Suite 800 | Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 | U.S. [View in browser]( [Mailing preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy](