Follow these 7 student-friendly tips for those who are enthusiastic about discovering new places at a budget cut.

Travel Hacks For Students: For those who enjoy travelling, this year began with fewer constraints and more travel time. It’s thrilling and fantastic to see how many people are travelling now. But you know what feels even better? When you can travel more effectively while spending less. Here is a list of several travel hacks you can employ on your upcoming trip to genuinely relieve your tension and allow you to fully enjoy your time away.

7 travel hacks for students to help them save a fortune:

1. Research well ahead of your destination

Continually conduct research. Having a general sense of how much items will cost you before you travel is the only reliable way to ensure that a seller or taxi driver isn’t taking advantage of you. A guidebook or a short web search before you travel will typically tell you. To independently explore the city for less money, consider hiring a scooter or taking up healthy cycling.

2. Book a flight on Tuesday

Although it may sound conventional, there is no better approach to acquiring a cheaper flight ticket than to plan your trip ahead and purchase the tickets then. If you pay close attention, you’ll notice that airfares typically increase on Fridays and start to decline on Mondays or Tuesdays. Due to the low demand for flights on Tuesday, it is almost always the most affordable day of the week to travel.

3. Volunteer to get free accommodation

By working there as well, you can further reduce your lodging costs. Many hostels offer labour exchange programs where you can work a few hours each day in exchange for free lodging. Many volunteer programs have steep fees, but some will provide you with free housing and meals if you work for them. You won’t have to spend much money at all while giving back to the community and discovering more about the inhabitants.

4. Stay in hostels instead of a hotel

Saving money is, of course, the main benefit of staying in a hostel. Even if you’re not willing to stay with strangers, many hostels provide private rooms and bathrooms that are worth looking into. You can prepare a special dinner instead of going out to eat every night.

5. Negotiate or bargain with the locales

Eating locally and purchasing fresh produce from nearby markets is far more affordable. Additionally, it’s a great way to live like a native. Not only that, but always bargain and obtain the greatest deal possible when buying, whether it’s in a store, a market, or anywhere else.

6. Carry a student ID card

Have you ever considered taking advantage of savings for a family member who is a student? In addition to the regular reductions, there are other advantages like travel gift cards and airline miles that can be very beneficial. You should be aware that many tourist attractions across the world provide discounts to both students and the elderly. In addition, airlines provide reductions on the base fare.

7. Take the night train/bus

People who routinely travel should develop the habit of travelling at night; doing so will not only help you save time but also money. Additionally, every time you take an overnight trip, you’ll save money on the cost of a hotel.

Exploring the remnants of what was once a beautiful theater, mall, school, home, amusement park and so on is an experience that takes you back in time and lets you visualize the location stuck in time from the moment it was left. However, exploring these locations can be potentially dangerous (not that that will stop any urban explorer!). Here are some tips for safety when exploring these locations:

1 – Research the location before going. Know where you are going and any specific dangers you should be looking out for. Learn the history of the location if you can-it will make you appreciate and respect the location a little bit more and make it far more interesting!

2 – Bring proper equipment. Entering an abandoned building comes with many dangers. You never know what you may be exposed to or what injuries you may sustain. Being prepared will minimize these dangers. For essential equipment while urbexing click here or for a complete list of items to bring click here.

3 – Be aware that you may not be the only one there! If you are interested in exploring a location chances are someone else is to. There is a possibility that you will run into someone else exploring or in some cases you may run into a local who inhabits the building. Don’t be surprised if you run into an animal or two as well!

4 – Bring a buddy! Never explore an abandoned building alone, follow the buddy system. You never know what could happen in the building with rotting floors and ceilings. In the case that you need help having a buddy to fetch it if you are unable to may be a life saver. It will also be helpful in the situation that someone is there that has ill intentions. There is strength in numbers!

5 – If you encounter someone never run! The reason for this is twofold. For one the building is abandoned-it is old and deteriorating. You never know how strong the floor is or what may jump up and grab you. Second if you run you will look like you know you are in the wrong!

6 – Never give away the location! While urban explorers seek only to photograph and not to harm there are people out there who vandalize and steal from abandoned buildings. Giving away a location may leave it vulnerable to being disturbed and destroyed by someone who does not respect the location and its history.

7 – Be aware of wild animals that may call the location home! Chances are you are going to run into some kind of animal at some point. This does not necessarily mean they are dangerous, but be cautious and know how to respond. Never run or show fear!

8 – As soon as you get home-shower! You will be walking through asbestos, mold, and dirt and will undoubtably track some out with you. When you get home-remove any clothing worn, throw it in the wash, and take a shower!

9 – Don’t take souvenirs! Never ever take anything out of an abandoned building. Although it may seem like no one wants it and that it has been left behind it still belongs to someone and may have some value to them. Respect the property and history of the location.

10 – Dress appropriately. Obviously you don’t want to show up to an abandoned building with shorts and flip flops on. Wear long pants, bring a jacket, and wear boots or strong, supportive sneakers.

11 – Accept that some places are just off limit! Urban exploration is thrilling, but some dangers are just not worth the risk! If there is no easy access to the location do not enter! Never, ever break and enter! If you can’t find a spot to just walk through accept that you may not be able to explore this location.

One last thing I would like to mention is to be sure you are always respectful of the location! Where ever you are it was (any may still be) owned by somebody. Appreciate the history associated with it and don’t take things out, leave trash behind, or vandalize anything!

Now that you know how to be safe while exploring you may be planning your adventure!

Each passing month brings new reasons to travel. Here are 10 destinations that are best visited in November.

1. Explore New Zealand

With volcanic peaks, plunging valleys, golden beaches and stunning caves, New Zealand is a stunning destination and there is no better time to visit this island than in November, which falls in the mid-spring season for the Southern Hemisphere. Be sure to explore New Zealand’s numerous natural wonders, including Wai-o-Tapu and Milford Sound, with longer Spring daylight hours and warmer weather. The season also means visitors can see blooming daffodils and fruit trees and newborn lambs in the fields. In November, the crowds of tourists also usually have yet to arrive, reports Active Adventures, meaning that it’s usually a fairly quiet month to visit.

2. Trek through Morocco

Head to Morocco this November, when the scorching heat of the desert subsides and the hoards of tourists wane. This is the perfect time for a desert camel trek, or ‘méharées’ through the Erg Chebbi Desert, and you can take in the clear night sky while you camp. Visitors will also find the cities, including Marrakech, more affordable and calmer without the crowds. Be sure not to miss Morocco’s fortified berber market town of Taroudant, an authentic town surrounded by red-mud walls located just south of the snow-peaked High Atlas Mountains; or the Drâa Valley, also known as the “Country of Dates.”

3. See Antarctica

Beginning in November, the pack ice around Antarctica starts to break up, making it possible to visit the continent by expedition. This is one of the best places to see wildlife in the world, including several species of penguins, whales and seals, as well as take in views of stunning ice, water and rock formations. Most travelers head to Antarctica by ship, which usually depart from Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego in Argentina, but there are also cruises from Port Stanley in the Falkland Islands, Punta Arenas in Chile and Buenos Aires in Argentina. It is also possible to fly to the continent from Australia.

4. Check Out Maui

In November 1805, the Lewis and Clark Expedition reached the Pacific Ocean for the first time. So, in honor of that anniversary, head to the Pacific Coast and enjoy the spectacular views of the water. Travelers can explore the Washington side of the Columbia River estuary, where Lewis and Clark established their “Station Camp,” or take a road trip along the Pacific Coast Highway.

5. Attend the Pushkar Camel Fair in India

In the Indian state of Rajasthan, a five-day camel fair is held in the Hindu pilgrimage town of Pushkar. It is one of the world’s largest camel fairs and is usually held in October or November. Hundreds of Rabadi herdsmen come to this annual fair to buy and sell livestock, including thousands of camels, usually adorned in colorful clothes and paper decorations. According to the Pushkar fair’s official website, there is also an annual camel parade and beauty competition (where the best decorated camel wins). Over the years, the Pushkar Camel Fair has become an important tourist attraction.

6. See Wildlife in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park

This November, head to the South Luangwa National Park in Zambia, one of the best wildlife destinations in Africa. The park is home to 60 different species of animals, including elephants, lions, antelopes and leopards, as well as over 400 different bird species. According to Lonely Planet, November marks the beginning of the “Emerald Season,” when sharp rain showers clear the dusty air, making it a great time to take photos of the wildlife that roam through the lush greens of the national park. This is also the best time to see baby animals in the park.

7. Experience Vietnam

November, although early winter, is very warm and sunny in Vietnam, making it the perfect time to visit. According to Conde Nast Traveler, Vietnam’s beaches are less crowded than in neighboring countries at this time of year. Of course, the world famous Halong Bay is a must-see, but be sure not to miss the resort-town of Nha Trang, famous for its stunning crescent beach, turquoise waters and hot springs or the Ha Giang Province in the northern part of the country, which Lonely Planet called the “final frontier in northern Vietnam.”

8. Go Bird-Watching at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

Bird-lovers should head to Florida’s Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge this November, where a variety of wintering birds make a pit stop this time of year. Located near Cape Canaveral, this wildlife refuge is the perfect place to see such bird species as the pink roseate spoonbills, as well as such migratory birds as the blue jay, American robin and pine warbler.

9. See Fall Colors in Japan

November is the perfect time to see stunning fall foliage in Japan, when a wave of reds, oranges and yellows advances across the country. Some of the best places to see this spectacular color include Tokyo, Kyoto, the island of Miyajima and the Japan Alps.

10. Join in America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration

Every year, on the weekend before Thanksgiving, Plymouth throws their “America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration.” The festival featuring re-enactors dresses as pilgrims, Native Americans and pioneers throughout the town, tours of the Mayflower II, concerts, and a vast array of food. Visitors can also explore the “Plimoth Plantation,” a 17th century replica of the village that was the site of the first Thanksgiving.

Travelling during monsoon can be so much fun. The pleasant weather and lush green surroundings make travelling delightful. However, without proper planning and preparations, it could easily be one of the worst travel experiences. Here are tips to make your monsoon travel beautiful.

Monsoon season is very pleasant for everyone . The neither too hot nor too cold weather makes it perfect for travelling and discovering new places. The smell of damp soil and grass, the sound of rain crashing onto the earth and a hot cup of tea is something we all adore about rainy days. However, it is also the season which brings infections, accidents and natural disasters. Therefore we have made a list that you can keep in mind while planning your monsoon trip.

1. Choosing a destination

If you are going on a road trip make sure to choose a destination which is safe to travel. Check the route beforehand as many times rains washed away roads can leave you stuck for hours. Avoid travelling at night and taking rough and bumpy roads. Avoid going to hilly areas as landslides, floods and mudslides are on the rise in higher altitude areas during monsoon. Do proper research before choosing a destination.

2. Make sure to carry extra clothes

Carry a pair of extra clothes and towels for all the family members so that you can change when you get wet. Carry more synthetic fabrics that are easy to dry and lightweight. Get a few warm clothes in your backpack that can prevent you from getting sick.

3. Carry your own food and water bottle

Monsoon gives rise to many waterborne diseases, therefore, avoid eating roadside food or having water from public places. Unhygienic food can cause diseases such as food poisoning, diarrhoea and stomach ache. Carry light or ready-to-eat food. Seasonal fruits are always a good option to include on your menu while travelling. Make sure to carry bottled water and it would be even better if you can boil it before drinking.

4. Carry waterproof bags

Carry waterproof bags to keep your stuff safe. In case you don’t have waterproof travel bags get a waterproof cover for your luggage. Who doesn’t love to click good pictures during travel? Getting your phone or camera damaged is the last thing you want while travelling therefore make sure you carry transparent, airtight, waterproof covers to keep your electronic devices safe.

5. Extra precautions while clicking pictures

Clicking pictures in rain can be very exciting but many times waterfalls are full of water and rains cause a flood-like situation in many areas. In these situations, many times people often go very close to them to take selfies or photos, which sometimes becomes a cause of big accidents. Be extra vigilant and careful while clicking pictures. Avoid going to risky areas for the sake of clicking pictures.

6. Carry a medical box

Monsoon season gives rise to many diseases. Make sure you have a mini medical first aid box to protect you from common illnesses or infections while you travel. It should have mosquito roll on or repellents. Carry a few medicines for the common cold, fever, flu etc. Apart from that, you can have a thermometer, painkillers, hand sanitiser, and bandages in your medical kit for precaution.

7. Monsoon essentials

Rains are unpredictable. A sudden shower of rain can leave you all wet therefore make sure to have a large lightweight umbrella and raincoats which can properly cover you and protect you from getting drenched in rain. You can wear rain boots to protect your feet. Avoid wearing fancy shoes or high heel sandals.