If you are more interested in exploring the actual country you are visiting, and immersing yourself in the culture, saving money on your sleeping digs would be a big help. So while on vacation you may want to check out some more economical types of accommodation? Whether they are for yourself, with a partner or in a group.

Hotels This option would be the most expensive out of the bunch….need I say more?

Hostels: These types of accommodations typically attract the younger crowd. Here you will have your own bed, in a room filled with others. Bathroom facilities will of course be shared. There is usually a locker where you can keep your valuables, and some even offer reduced rates if you offer to help out around the shelter. Even if you are not part of that 25 and under crowd hostel would be perfect if you don’t need privacy and have an outgoing personality and open to making lots of friends

Motels – One step below hotels, just stay clear of the seedy ones

Guest House – Here is where you will most likely have your own room and share bathroom facilities. Most prices include a meal, which is always a bonus.

Home Share/House Swap – Perhaps the most economical one of them all. If you have a house of your own that you are willing to put up in an exchange, this would be ideal especially for large families.

Couch Surfing – A single guys dream, this is the what you call the bare necessities.