Be flexible. Layover flights are usually cheaper; so are flights that leave at inconvenient times, such as late night or during weekdays.Flights that requireSaturday night stays are also more affordable. Try to plan around these restrictions.
Travel in the off season. You could save up to 30 percent by taking a cruise to the Caribbean in summer instead of waiting until December, when most people are booking cruises to escape winter.
Beware of souvenirs; they can eat into your budget considerably. If you can't resist bringing a memento home, go with something small that you can actually put to use, such as a keying or a photo frame. T-shirts and other big items are usually ridiculously expensive and once the novelty wears off, they'll probably end up in the back of a drawer.
Bargain if you can. Many places will give you a discount if you ask.