How much should I save for a week trip?

The average vacation for one person in the U.S. costs about $1,919 per week. A vacation for two people will typically cost around $3,838 per week.



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Deciding where to go and what to pack is stressful enough, let alone trying to determine how much money you need to bring. The general consensus is that you should have $50 to $100 in cash per day for each traveler.

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But generally, the categories in your trip budget should include:
  1. Transportation. ...
  2. Lodging, including taxes and fees. ...
  3. Food and drink. ...
  4. Activities like museum tickets, tours, excursions, golf outings, etc.
  5. Souvenirs—anything you might buy on your trip that you wouldn't buy at home.


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Many people set aside 5-10% of their net yearly income for leisure travel, but this can vary greatly based on the type of vacations they're planning. Another popular budgeting option is the 50/30/20 rule: 50% of net income is spent on things you need. 30% of net income is spent on things you want.

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The average person will spend about $1800-$2500 on a one week vacation. That's estimating $210-$310 a day for hotel and food, and just under $400 for airfare. That doesn't include car expenses or attraction tickets and tours. And be sure to read my best tips for how to save for vacation!

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On a $5,000 budget, you'll be able to spend a week at a nice all-inclusive resort while still having extra cash for airfare and day trips.

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2. Do the clothing countdown: If you need a mantra to help streamline your wardrobe, use the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 rule for a weeklong trip: Limit yourself to no more than five sets of socks and underwear, four tops, three bottoms, two pairs of shoes and one hat. The list should be adjusted to suit your needs.

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How To Plan An Affordable Vacation
  1. Define Your Priorities. ...
  2. Choose a Budget-Friendly Destination. ...
  3. Set a Travel Budget. ...
  4. Travel During the Off-Season. ...
  5. Book Early. ...
  6. Use a Travel Perks Card. ...
  7. Don't Eat Out for Every Meal. ...
  8. Look for Hotel Alternatives.


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The average price of a 7-day trip to Hawaii is $2,023 for a solo traveler, $2,986 for a couple, and $4,371 for a family of 4. Hawaii hotels range from $96 to $433 per night with an average of $177, while most vacation rentals will cost $270 to $810 per night for the entire home.

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Once you've priced out your trip, if you compare the two options (driving vs. flying), you'll almost certainly see that renting a car for your full vacation costs less than paying for airfare. A travel calculator like BeFrugal.com might help you predict the cost of driving vs.

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Like most things in life, paying cash is the simplest route. It means you'll avoid paying interest charges. Setting up a travel savings account is an ideal method for socking away money. Once your savings account is established, keep that money separate from your other accounts and don't dip into it for anything else.

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The average vacation for one person in the U.S. costs about $1,919 per week. A vacation for two people will typically cost around $3,838 per week.

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If you don't need luxury, it's fairly easy to travel pretty much anywhere in comfort for $1000 per person or less a week, flights included! I choose to travel economically in order to travel more. Fortunately, there are many ways to enjoy a budget trip without sacrificing comfort and enjoyment, even if you travel solo.

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Choose the right transport when planning a cheap vacation
  • Use public transport or walk to take a low-cost trip. ...
  • Rent a bicycle and travel inexpensively. ...
  • Hitchhiking, the cheapest way to travel abroad. ...
  • Take an overnight train for a low-budget trip. ...
  • Rent a campervan and travel cheap around the world.


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Here are some ideas for bulking up your vacation savings:
  1. Drop to one streaming service. ...
  2. Go on a spending freeze. ...
  3. Cut out extra expenses. ...
  4. Find a side hustle. ...
  5. Work overtime hours. ...
  6. Sell your extra stuff. ...
  7. Save on groceries by meal planning.


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It is best to have two pairs of bottoms (pants, shorts, or skirts) for each week that you'll be staying. Plan on bringing four shirts per week, and two jackets to layer for warmth (if you're traveling to a cool or cold destination). For a two-week trip, you need four bottoms and eight tops.

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For a weekend trip, one pair of cotton pajamas will be just fine. For a week or more, consider bringing two pairs.

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If you have unlimited suitcase space and don't want to do any laundry, a two-week trip means packing 14/2 = 7 bras and at least 14 pairs of underwear. That consumes a lot of valuable suitcase space! To reduce the number of pieces that need to be packed, simply commit to doing laundry on the road.

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If managed carefully, a $5,000 budget is more than enough to eat and drink your way across the continent on a 10-day or two-week trip –or perhaps even longer.

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It really depends on what your goals are. If you want to save money, then it's probably best to stay put and focus on building up your savings. On the other hand, if you're looking for a new experience or adventure, traveling can be an amazing way to broaden your horizons and create lasting memories.

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