If your work involves a lot of travelling, and you are not lucky enough to have an unlimited expense account, then you will most likely want to keep your outgoings to a minimum if you are to get the most, financially, from your road bound endeavours. Here are some tips to help you save money on your travels:

Steer clear of luggage fees. It can cost a lot to put your luggage in the hold with some airlines. If you can get away with just hand luggage, it can save you a lot of money, but if you are going away for extended periods, or need to take samples around, then try to use airlines that do not charge for luggage fees, or travel in business class, as this can often work out cheaper than paying luggage charges in standard class.

Advance booking is much cheaper. There are some great deals available online if you book far enough in advance. If you have a travel plan in place, do not hesitate to get your flights sorted out, as the longer you leave it, the more expensive it will be.

Use self service apartments. Small business apartments with cooking facilities can enable you to save a lot of money on your food bills, and allow you to eat a lot healthier into the bargain.

Get the bus or the tube. While this may not be an option in more remote areas, most major cities have reliable public transportation systems that can save you both time and money, as well as giving you more of a feel for the area.

Keep your internet costs low. The Wi-Fi services in airports can be very handy, as you can catch up with all your correspondence while waiting for your flight, but it can be expensive if you rent it by the hour. If you travel by air a lot, getting yourself a monthly Wi-Fi subscription can save you a lot of cash. Also, take advantage of any free internet services that are available from hotels and public libraries, as these tend to be both quick and reliable.

Park your own car. You might feel like a big shot having a man in a nice suit and hat park your car at a hotel or restaurant, but if it is you that is footing the bill, then there are many better ways to spend your money than on valet parking.

Avoid cost options at car hire centres. If you go for the smallest car they have available, chances are that you will get a free upgrade anyway, and you can save a lot of money by doing this. If you need sat nav, buy an app for your phone or buy a dedicated system rather than paying the extra to have it included with your hire car.

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