CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Families hitting the road for the Fourth of July are opting for car trips over flights, but that doesn’t mean they’re skimping on fun.
With rising prices, more travelers are looking for ways to stretch their vacation dollars.
Experts say a little planning can go a long way, especially when traveling with kids, grandparents, or even pets. Personal Finance
Expert Joe Saul-Sehy had this to say as far as saving.
“Great way to save money on gas and protect your vehicle. Just make sure your tires are inflated correctly. If you do that you get much better gas mileage that’s the short-term win but the long-term win, is I also replaced my tires less often and tires can be really expensive along with the entire cost of the vehicle.”
From budgeting for food and fuel to joining rewards programs, personal finance pros say small steps can lead to big savings.