Surf and Save Money in El Salvador

What's not to like about El Salvador? It is one of the most popular areas in Middle America and well-loved for its beach culture, spicy food and plentiful sunshine. El Salvador is a great place to take an affordable surfing vacation. Here are some tips for saving money on your surfing trip to El Salvador.

Book a package El Salvador surfing tour.

A surf holiday package can help you to avoid the task of organizing accommodation, food and even travel. Many surf tour companies have budget options as well as a range of surf tours based on skill level. A surfing tour package which offers expert tuition can be a good option if you are a beginner. Make sure the company is safe and reputable. Surfing tours can also help you to save on the cost of booking accommodation. Many surfing tour companies get discounted rates for guests at local hotels in Salvador or provide their own accommodation. Also, booking surfing tours in a group can mean discounts. For instance, Baja Surf Adventures provides significant discounts - the more people in your group, the better the savings.

Adventure Holiday Travel Agents

Another option is to visit a travel agent for affordable surfing packages. Many travel agents, particularly those specializing in adventure holidays, offer great low cost promotions on surfing packages. For instance, you can find affordable adventure holidays at the travel agent STA, particularly if you are a student. Many of the lowest cost packages and fares require you to have an International Student Identity card. Visit the STA website to find out about packages to El Salvador and how to get an International Student Identity card.

Carry your equipment.

Bringing your surf board or other equipment is another way to save money. Some of the surf shops near El Salvador, as with many surfing destinations, have high tourist prices. It is sometimes possible to check in a surfboard on a plane journey like any other piece of luggage. However, check with your airline first - having to abandon your surfboard at the airport would be expensive!

Save money on food.

Avoid the touristy establishments to get lower prices. Did you know that a meal at some of the less touristy establishments can cost as little as $3.00? All you need to do to find the best affordable eats is look for places which are busy and filled with locals.Here is another tactic - if your hotel offers free breakfast, fill up with a big morning meal and have a light lunch.

Save money on travel to El Salvador.

Flights to El Salvador are often cheaper if you travel mid-week: Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Sign up on airline websites to receive details of special offers.

Save money on calling home.

Many people don't consider the expense of communicating to friends and family back home when on vacation. However, international calling rates can be horrendously expensive. Be prepared by purchasing a good international calling card which allows you to dial from anywhere in the world before you leave.