In today’s financial climate, vacations can be viewed as an avoidable luxury that are just too expensive to indulge in. However, that does not need to be the case with Puerto Vallarta, a city poised and waiting for any budget. From backpacker to affluent traveler, Puerto Vallarta can match your bank balance.
So, how do you save money in Puerto Vallarta?
Firstly, the biggest cost to incur are the flights and accommodation, both of which can be reduced by planning ahead and giving yourself plenty of time to look for great bargains. You will find the cheapest flights to Puerto Vallarta when you book ahead during the high season (sounds wrong, doesn’t it!). The reason that high season (November through March) can work out cheaper for flights is because many budget airlines run routes during this time, which means that you can get some great discounts. The trick is to book as early as you can.
Accommodation in Puerto Vallarta can be really cheap if you book through a discount agent that offers low cost prices in great hotels in return for attending a timeshare presentation. For just a few hours of your time, you can find really cheap all inclusive vacations in some great hotels and resorts in Puerto Vallarta.
Another way to save money in Puerto Vallarta is to reserve a self catering apartment like a timeshare rental, which have kitchens. Here you can budget your expenditure on feeding the family. If your family has a really big appetite, then an all inclusive resort package may work out cheaper.
If you have not used a timeshare offer to stay at a hotel in Puerto Vallarta, you may be eligible for discounts on tours and excursions when attending a timeshare breakfast. Renting a car can also be a cheap way of getting to see things that you have found in an up-to-date guide book. Otherwise, reserving tours on-line can often get you great discounts.
Internet can be expensive in Puerto Vallarta hotels, therefore go to a cafe that offers free wifi, or find the hot spots in the tourist areas where you can connect for free.
Finally, avoid using dollars and opt for pesos in Puerto Vallarta. Most places accept dollars but you will receive an unfavorable exchange rate. Therefore, the cheapest way is to use an ATM outside a bank (not in a convenience store) and withdraw larger amounts of money at a time to make the most of any transaction charges. You will also find it easier to haggle with pesos.
