Saving up money before you go on vacation is an obvious move.
But how do you keep from going over budget when loved ones use their vacation time to visit you?
Playing host can take a toll financially.
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You may feel inclined to wine and dine your out-of-town guests at nice restaurants or trendy nightclubs.
Getting tickets to a concert, play or local attraction could mean shelling out big bucks.
Here are some cheap ways to entertain guests.
Create your own walking tour through downtown or another popular area.
A little window shopping doesnt cost a thing as long as you dont pull out your wallet.
If your town is known for its street art, make a point totake in the muralsor public sculptures.
Unlike going to a museum, theres no admission price.
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Downloadthese free outdoor appsto find and navigate parks and trails near you.
Take advantage of them as a cheap way to entertain guests.
Enjoy a Night In
You dont have to leave home to have a good time.
A nice, inexpensive night in doesnt have to be boring either.
Break out the board games and playing cards for anold-fashioned game night.
Play into folks competitive spirits and turn it into a championship.
Of course, its not a party without the snacks.
Invite friends or relatives over and ask them to bring their best appetizer dish so everyone canfeast potluck style.
If they bring over more games, even better.
Bonus: Your out-of-town guests get to meet (or reconnect) with your local crew.
As host, you ought to provide some of the munchies too.
Take inspiration from this post aboutcreating a charcuterie board for $25 or less.
When your guests leave, theyll be talking about the great trip they had.
Nicole Dow is a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
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