Hello there! I've decided to write a blogpost on this trip because there are just too many photos to post. All the pictures are so pretty and I could not decide which one to post. I will be dividing this trip into two blogpost: part 1 on the booking of flights and accomodation and part 2 on the trip itself. Keep looking forward!
Alright, first thing first so I decided to head over to Bali for a short 3D2N getaway after the exams. I bet all of you guys love to travel but don't want to spend much right. Yes, I am one of you guys too. The reason why I'm determined to go on a BUDGET TRAVEL. I've spent most of my time looking for the cheapest flight and of course a good accomodation at a fraction of the price. I looked through most of the budget airlines such as AirAsia, Jetstar, Scoot etc etc. During the decision making process, I came across this app recommended by my friend. It's called Skyscanner. This app helps you to filter out all the cheap flights and get the best deal in several tap. You just have to create an account with them and you're good to go! All you need to do is to choose your destination and the day you wishes to depart and return. If you want the best deal, you don't have to choose the dates first and see which dates will give you the cheapest price. Do remember to compare a few airlines before choosing! So in the end I've decided to fly on the 12th of March, which have the cheapest departure and return flights apparently. I've chosen Jetstar as most of my friends had taken it before and said that its pretty decent as well. And indeed, their service was considered good with such prices.
This shows the price chart for each day in March 2015.
After selecting, they will show you a range of cheap flights and you can choose the combination you want. According to the timings and the airline you prefer. After choosing, they will redirect you to the respective airlines and you have to make your bookings. It is just that simple! For booking of air tickets, all you have to do is just follow the procedures and you're good to go.
Okay, so now for the accomodation part, I would like to introduce you this new app called airbnb. This app is totally awesome! You guys should totally check it out. They offered low rate accomodation from an apartment to a boathouse, all over the world. It totally blew my mind away. You may also want to sign up for an account with them so that you can book the place and make payments. You can recommend your friends through a link and he/she that signed up through your link can get $25 off for their first trip! Isn't that a good deal?
So, do sign up through my link:
HERE to get your $25 off!
You may choose the place you're going and choose the dates you're departing and returning to refine the results. If you're on budget travel like I am, you can also choose the price range that you're willing to pay for per night. So, I'm only willing to pay for about $100 per night.
This is my final choice. Hehe. Do note that you'll have to pay a small fee to airbnb during payment. The payment is a step by step procedure so it is very easy for you to book the place. If you want to know more about the place, airbnb also provide a contact host function. It allows you to send a message to the host and clear your doubts! Do not hesistate to contact a few hosts before deciding on your choice. Do keep your choices open if you want the best deal! You can also request for pick up service if they are providing. All these can be settled by asking the hosts. There are also reviews from travellers who had stayed there from their previous trip, remember to look through all the reviews to see whether is there any negative feedbacks. There are also more pictures about the place, including facilities and what's going on around that area. After choosing an ideal place, you're more than ready, just pack and get ready to the airport. Hehe. So for this budget travel, I have spent around $300 on air tickets, $85 for accomodation and $150 for expenses. In total, I've spent $535! Slightly over my budget of $500, but mostly because I booked it too last minute. Haha, so a tip for you guys is that always plan your trip early! Preferably 3 months earlier to get cheaper air tickets and do look out for airline promotions as well. Thats the key for budget travel! I hope all of you who are reading this, and are travelling, do have a awesome trip ahead! Don't forget to sign up through my link above and get $25 off! This post will end here and do look out for part 2 and I'll show you what the place that I've chosen really look like!(:
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