If you enjoy traveling, you are one of millions of people around the globe.

For many people, getting out and seeing parts of the world is something at the top of their bucket lists.

That said if you are able to save money and be kind to the environment during your trip, it is a win-win for all involved.

So, where will your next trip take you?

Research Trip Options to Spend Less

Although you do not want to turn your next trip into a penny-pincher experiment, you can save green and have fun.

Among them:

1. Where you’re going and when you are booking – The truth is some destinations will cost you more than others. That said booking your travel as early as possible can help you cut down on the costs. If you wait until the last minute to reserve airfare, hotels and more, you can all but expect to pay the top dollar. If contemplating various tours in Quito (Ecuador), research and reserve early. Given Quito and other parts of Ecuador and South America for that matter have a lot to offer; you want time to choose. As part of your research, find out the busiest times of the year to visit your choice of locales. You could save money by going at a less crowded time. The reasoning for that is an airline, hotels and more may lower prices at lower peak crowd times.

2. How you choose your meals – Another way to save some money on your next trip is by choosing what and where you eat wisely. If you can, take some snacks on your trip without buying them at vending machines. If able to pre-pack a bunch of snacks that won’t spoil, you can save some money on your food bill. Also look for deals when you dine out. Some restaurants may offer discounts to senior citizens or individuals with small children.

Know How to Help Nature

Even though you are on vacation, that does not mean you should be neglecting the environment.

With that in mind, do your best to help a cause that millions of people do on a regular basis.

Among the ways to go about this:

· Pick up after yourself and any family members who are with you and do not clean up after themselves. Of most notice, not leaving cans and bottles littered on the ground etc.

· Try and walk more or use public transit. Getting a rental car means one more vehicle on the road and pollutants sent into the air.

· Recycle any paperwork you have that you were going to toss.

· Teach your kids to respect the environment if you are not already. Kids tend to emulate their parents. If they pick up after themselves and don’t litter, it can be a good learning tool for when they become adults.

A vacation is for fun and relaxing.

That said saving money and not leaving too big of a footprint on the world should be priorities.