LOVERS BUDGET: Low cost tips for you Him and Her

Does love really don’t cost a thing? In previous articles, we have touched on a few places to pop the question, and now let’s try to see if we can create and maintain your romantic flame burning without being financially affected.

TRAVEL IN THE OFF SEASON

There are a high season and an off-season during which almost any travel destination is both cheaper and less crowded. You can enjoy off-season trips for a fraction of the normal price. And that's only one way you can save a lot of money by arranging your vacation at the "wrong" time of year.

LIVE IN THE MOMENT

Now let’s be honest, our daily routine is already planned and we run on a schedule. So instead of planning every second of your lover’s spree, just go with the flow. After all, you want to do things you wouldn’t do at home. So sleep in, wake up later than usual, schedule just one or two activities for the day, and leave the rest to anything that gets you that quality time with your partner.

BRING YOUR FOOD

Did you know according to priceonomics, every time you eat at a restaurant you pay 5 times as much as you would prepare at home. A home-cooked meal does not sound as romantic as a candlelit dinner but with the right foods, and a little imagination it will go a long way. Don’t forget to pack a bottle of wine for my wine lovers.

BE FLEXIBLE

Now let’s be honest, hotel bookings can be pretty expensive and you have to be a bit flexible when it comes to lodgings. Camping can be a great money saver for your romantic getaway. Imagine surrounded by nothing but nature and cuddles from your lover, now that is a win! You can look into private hostels with en suite bathrooms as another option. Some people even rent a room or even the whole house, this saves you as most of these places have a kitchen. Food is always the first thing to consider since we all have to eat. Another option is house swaps, spending your weekend in someone else’s home and give them access to yours. There are platforms to help you in this exchange.

GO ON ROAD TRIPS

A lot of destinations I touched in my romantic getaway article are within Zimbabwe and that means you can drive there than flying which cheaper. It spares you a whole lot of airline hustle and you get to bond with your partner on those road trips listening to a playlist you both enjoy.

The thing that makes a romantic getaway romantic is focusing on each other, away from the daily routines. Now, what’s your romantic getaway story?

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