Tips to save money on solo and family travel

Wasanga Mehana, standing in for CapeTalk and 702's Africa Melane speaks to Iga Motylska, Founder of eagerjourneys.com.

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Keen to travel and want to save costs? Motylska shares these tips:

• If you're flexible and want to travel solo, get last-minute discounts for group travel with G-Adventures. Get up to 33% off group trips to travel within 60 days of purchasing the ticket. This can be a great option for those wanting to travel with guided tours, like-minded people, and alone but with a group to maximise safety.
• For family travels, cruise lines such as NCL (Norwegian Cruise Line) offer deals where kids under 12 sail for free with added perks. Read more here.
• Check out the family and kids holiday section on the Flight Centre website to benefit from travel deals. 
• Thompson's Travels also has a themed holiday section offering family travel deals.
• If you're spontaneous, always look out for last-minute deals.
• Packaged deals are often the most cost-effective option. 
• Travel companies might offer deals to coincide with school holidays. 
• Travel during off-peak season to save money.
• Sign up for travel newsletters to get any exclusive deals.

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