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How to Save on Summer Travel: Expert Tips & Tricks to Help You Save Big

PennyWise: Personal Finance & Travel Tips·Lee Enterprises·4 May 2026·30 min

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In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by Dr. Nancy McGehee, a professor of hospitality and tourism management at Virginia Tech. John and Nancy discuss how to save money on summer travel, from when to book to what common mistakes you should avoid making. If you want to travel this summer but you’re working with a tight budget, these tips and tricks could make the difference.  More on this episode from WalletHub:  How to Travel on a Budget Budget Family Travel Tips Best Summer Destinations  Most Fun Cities  Best Travel Credit Cards Best Travel Awards If you want to take your finances to the next level, sign up for a WalletHub Premium subscription. You can get a personalized debt repayment plan, along with budgeting tools, credit-improvement help, identity protection and more. And if you want to find the best financial products, always add “WalletHub” to your search!