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I'm a mum - my tips keep day-outs cheap with an app to slash your petrol bill
SUMMER school hols need not burn a hole in your pocket. With summer activities costing around £500 per child, many families are choosing to spend tim…
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Family Budgeting Expert Reveals Top Tips for Affordable Days Out with Kids
Portsmouth, UK – As families navigate the rising costs of living, a local parent, known online as Kelly✨Budgeting & Family Life, is sharing her effective strategies for enjoying affordable days out with children. Her approach focuses on minimizing expenses typically associated with family excursions, allowing for memorable experiences without breaking the bank. According to Kelly, the key to budget-friendly outings lies in meticulous planning and self-sufficiency. "I always take food," she stated, emphasizing the significant savings achieved by packing picnics rather than purchasing expensive cafe meals. She highlighted that buying lunch for a family can easily add an extra £40 to a day's expenses, a cost she prefers to avoid. Similarly, she advocates for carrying multiple water bottles, refilling them throughout the day to bypass costly beverage purchases. Another significant area of savings, Kelly noted, is avoiding gift shops. "I don't buy anything in the gift shop," she explained, adding that her children have grown accustomed to this practice. She also shared a tip for reducing travel costs: using apps like 'Petrol Prices' to locate the cheapest fuel stations in the area, ensuring that transportation remains as economical as possible. By implementing these simple yet effective methods, Kelly manages to keep her on-site spending to a minimum, often only allowing for small treats like ice cream for the children.
The Scottish Sun
I'm a mum - my tips keep day-outs cheap with an app to slash your petrol bill
SUMMER school hols need not burn a hole in your pocket. With summer activities costing around £500 per child, many families are choosing to spend tim…
The Irish Sun
I'm a mum - my tips keep day-outs cheap with an app to slash your petrol bill
SUMMER school hols need not burn a hole in your pocket. With summer activities costing around £500 per child, many families are choosing to spend tim…
