We had a family situation arise that we had to travel for last week. Given the circumstances I must say that I am pleased with how frugal we were. Here are some of the things we did to save money where we could:* Pack food to take with and bring water bottles for everyone, buying drinks and eating out can get real expensive.
* Drive at a speed to obtain optimum fuel economy. (Also make sure to have fluids topped off, clean filters, and tires at the right pressure, we did not have time to do these things given our circumstances)
* Stop every three hours to gas up, take a potty break, disperse snacks, fill up water bottles, stretch, and grab a soda or coffee for the driver only.
* Call around for the best rate attainable on a hotel. Do not always settle for the first rate that is given, they may lower the rate when they know you are not interested in the first one they gave.
* Take advantage of the hotel's continental breakfast if they have one.
* Eat a good meal out only once a day.
* Share a meal when eating out and order waters for drinks.
* Eat out somewhere that kids can eat free if you have children.
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