Book some activities in advance
Tornatore recognizes that not all of your trip activities can or should be pre-budgeted, but she recommends that "large budget items, like tickets to Disneyworld, should definitely be planned ahead of time." Why? You'll often receive a small discount by purchasing online. In fact, Orbitz found that 30 percent of users add on activities when booking vacation packages (such as airfare, hotel and car rental bundles) because prices are locked in at a lower rate than day-of entry, according to Tornatore. Tornatore also suggests pre-reserving tickets for entertainment (like theater performances or concerts) since prices will often rise for same-day tickets because of demand. If you prefer a little more flexibility with your itinerary, you can take a chance and find reasonable last-minute deals on attractions using Viator. It's a website and app that offers discounted tours and activities in destinations around the world.