World Tourism Day: 6 Smart hacks to plan a pocket-friendly vacation

6 Smart hacks to plan a pocket-friendly vacation

by priyanka roshan | Sept 26, 2024

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1. Book early, Save big

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2. Cash in on Credit Card Rewards

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3. Take the road less travelled

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4. Go global with Multi-Currency Cards

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5. Ride like a Local

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6. Skip the International travel hassle

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