When in Rome: A Guide to Affordable Stay

Traveling around the world is a lifetime experience for some but the cost of accommodations and food can become very expensive. That is why when planning a trip it is best to know where to stay and where to eat that will give you a experience of a lifetime without putting a dent in your pocketbook.

Rome is just one of many places you could go on your travels and while staying in Rome there are many things to consider like airfare, lodging, restaurants, and activities.

Booking a vacation package through a travel agent seems idea but is expensive. You can cut back on the cost of your trip to Rome by booking your own flight. There are many websites that allow you to do like Expedia, Travelocity, Priceline for example.

What makes these sites so great is not only can you book your airline reservations at a cheap cost, and in some cases like Priceline you can name your own price, you can also book your hotel and car reservations. By booking through one of these websites allows you to combine the cost of all three which will save you money.

The cost of airline reservations will vary depending on when you leave and how many passengers are going. If you avoid flying during holidays, during the day, and weekends you can cost back on the cost of your airline ticket because these times are the most active flying hours. Because it is hard to give a price for airline tickets and hotel reservations through a package deal I will give you and example.

For two adult passengers leaving JFK airport on November 17 at 7:10 pm and returning on Monday, November 30 at 1:15 pm it would cost you $2,907.82. This package deal also includes a 12 day hotel stay at a five star Mercure Delta Colosseo. If I were to include a rental car it would cost make my total $3,528.98.

By booking through an online agency, like Expedia, you can save almost $700 by combining all three items.

That just leave the problem of finding a good place to eat while in Rome. There are many places to eat in Rome, from upscale and chic restaurants to affordable. The affordable restaurants include eateries and bars like Lo Zozzone, a pizza place that is considered the best place in town by Concierge.com. The Lo Zozzone hours of operation are from 9-9 Monday-Friday and 9-11 on Saturday. They are closed on Sunday and located at the Piazza Navona. You can view more restaurants, both grand and affordable at Mahalo.

Entertainment is also important when visiting Rome. There is a lot to see in Rome, like the Colosseum. The majority of hotels are the best way to book your vacation deal. You can book a Rome tour for as little as $30.00 and include museums, famous locations, and walking tours so before finally booking your hotel reservation check with the hotel first to find out what package they have. By doing this you can get your tour discounts at a discount price. Other ways of saving money in Rome is by doing a tour by yourself. By renting a car you can do the traveling and touring without the need of a guide.

Whether you are planning a vacation by yourself or as a family, by traveling smart and booking a head of time you can caught back the cost of your stay. As they say 'When in Rome'.