With the winter season knocking on the door, this is an excellent time to plan a holiday. If a foreign trip is what your heart desires, don’t hold back.

A little preparation ahead of the trip will go a long way and help you save money. Gone are the days when you were at the mercy of a travel agent. In the era of the Internet, you can organise your trip and customise it to your convenience.

One of the most expensive parts of a trip abroad is travel. So, if you plan, you may be able to save some money on your flight tickets.

We tell you how to get the cheapest tickets:

1. Book early:

If you book your tickets a couple of months before your trip, you may be able to get it for cheap. Flight ticket prices tend to go up a couple of weeks ahead of the travel date. The closer to the time of travel you book your ticket, the more expensive it is likely to be. Avoid the rush and book your tickets in advance.

2. Use travel portals:

You should always look at offers on travel portals before booking your tickets. Usually, travel portals offer discounts or combos where you can save money on your travel, as well as accommodation. Compare the offers on as many travel portals as you can. Choose the portal that gives you the best offer.

3. Choose your destination wisely:

When planning a foreign trip on budget, choose a destination that does not burn a hole in your pocket. There are many places that you can visit on a shoestring budget. Nearby island countries such as Mauritius, Maldives, Thailand, and Singapore can be visited on a budget. Flight tickets to Seychelles, Hong Kong, and Vietnam are also affordable.

4. Get a travel credit card:

If you have a travel credit card, you may be eligible for special discounts on flight tickets. Usually, these cards earn you points for booking travel and accommodation. You can redeem the points and save money.

5. Look for offers on cards:

If you have a Credit or Debit Card, check with your bank for offers on flight tickets. Usually, most banks and financial institutions give promotional offers on international and domestic flight tickets.

6. Avoid the festive rush:

Flight tickets tend to soar during holidays. Plan your trip at the end of the holiday season to avoid any surge. Or plan ahead of the holiday/ festive season. The timing of your journey is essential, especially if you are travelling on a budget.

7. Join frequent flyer programs:

If you or your family makes frequent travels, it is a good idea to join a frequent flyer programme and earn miles. Some airlines give you the option of becoming a member of their frequent flyer programme. You can earn miles that can be redeemed while booking your next ticket.

Keep these in mind when you book your next ticket. With a little planning and effort, you can save some money on flight tickets and spend more on shopping, instead.

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