{"id":56617,"date":"2023-06-22T10:07:32","date_gmt":"2023-06-22T02:07:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.imoney.my\/articles\/?p=56617"},"modified":"2023-06-19T19:18:03","modified_gmt":"2023-06-19T11:18:03","slug":"raya-haji-staycation-within-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.imoney.my\/articles\/raya-haji-staycation-within-budget","title":{"rendered":"5 Quick Tips To Keep Your Raya Haji Staycation Within Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whenever our public holidays fall on a Monday or Friday, it\u2019s just natural to start planning for a quick getaway or staycation<\/a> during the long weekend<\/a>.<\/p>\n

But sometimes, these staycations can break the bank if you don\u2019t plan them out properly and you might end up with an expensive holiday that\u2019s more trouble than it’s worth!<\/p>\n

To help spare you the headache of a bad staycation, we\u2019ve compiled some tips that you can apply for the upcoming Hari Raya Haji holidays to make sure that you don\u2019t go overboard with the spending.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Tip #1: Set your budget from the get-go<\/span><\/h2>\n

The most important decision you need to make first is deciding on the budget. That might sound scary to think that you might be constrained by a budget early on, but honestly, it will help you determine how much you can spend when going on a staycation.<\/p>\n

Having a budget from the get-go can give you an idea of how much you can afford to spend and whether or not you will require to overspend or save up.<\/p>\n

List all the things you would need to spend on, such as transportation, accommodation, food, and activities you might want to do, and calculate what it would cost you. Once you got a good of your finances, you can move on to the actual staycation planning itself.<\/p>\n

Side Tip: Be realistic with your budget<\/div>
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When planning and setting your budget, it\u2019s tempting to go for the most that you can spend. However, you should always be more realistic with your budget and set an amount that you really can afford.<\/p>\n

For example, if you want to have an RM10,000 staycation experience but you can only set aside RM1,000, it\u2019s best to plan your budget within the RM1,000 limit instead.<\/p>\n

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<\/span>Tip #2: Choose your dates and destination early<\/span><\/h2>\n

Got your budget set? Now it\u2019s time to settle on the date for the staycation itself so that you have a better idea of how long you intend to stay.<\/p>\n

For example, this year\u2019s Raya Haji falls on a Thursday. If you want to go on the day itself, you can stay from Thursday until Sunday for a 4-day staycation. If you want to avoid the rush, you might choose to go a day earlier which might extend your staycation to 5 days, which also increases your budget for accommodation.<\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve decided on a date, it\u2019s time to book the accommodation. This should be fairly straight forward but if you want to save extra cash on accommodations, it\u2019s best to book it as early as possible to get better rates.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Tip #3: Pack meals, snacks, and drinks as well<\/span><\/h2>\n

Food is one of the biggest things that eat (no pun intended) into your budget. Eating at sit-down restaurants or at the hotel that you are staying in can be an easy way to balloon your budget.<\/p>\n

The average cost of eating out in Malaysia can be up to RM63 per day per person<\/a>, it can quickly add up when you have a big family or group of friends.<\/p>\n

Now, you can just take advantage of complimentary breakfast\/lunch\/dinner packages that hotels often offer to keep your costs down. But, if you want to stretch out your budget, you can bring your snacks and drinks as well.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re staying at a place with a kitchen or fridge, you can bring your meals by prepping ahead of time and just reheating or recooking them when you\u2019re there.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Tip #4: Plan out your itinerary ahead of time<\/span><\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve got your budget set, and you\u2019ve chosen your destination and accommodation, the question now is, what will you do while you\u2019re there?<\/p>\n

When planning your itinerary, it\u2019s always good to factor in how much it will add to the budget you\u2019ve set. Prioritise activities that are based on your interest while still keeping within budget, but don\u2019t be afraid to leave a little bit of room for spontaneity.<\/p>\n

One thing you should check when staying at a hotel or any accommodations is to see if there are any free amenities available to you as a guest. Or better yet, plan for free or low-cost activities such as local parks, nearby hiking trails, or just a quick little scenic drive.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Tip #5: Don\u2019t be afraid to spend a little extra (within reason)<\/span><\/h2>\n

This might sound contradictory when trying to stay within budget, but if you want to do something that will make you go a bit over budget, don\u2019t be afraid to spend those extra few ringgits.<\/p>\n

Assuming that it doesn\u2019t affect your financials and that you can afford it, it\u2019s okay if you end up spending a bit extra on a fancy dinner in the hotel or that spa session for you and your loved ones.<\/p>\n

As long as you don\u2019t go way over budget, then a little extra here and there wouldn\u2019t hurt. Just keep an eye on your total and don\u2019t go overboard!<\/p>\n

<\/span>Remember it\u2019s a holiday, so don\u2019t stress out<\/span><\/h2>\n

Freaking out over every minute detail of your staycation defeats the purpose of a staycation. Don\u2019t stress out if you went a little over budget or maybe you\u2019re not following your itinerary to the exact minute.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s still a vacation so enjoy it while you\u2019re there. Plus, if you planned it out ahead of time, then you probably won\u2019t have much to worry about once you\u2019re there.<\/p>\n

Want to know how many other long weekends there are left this year? Find out in our long weekend guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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