Black Friday brings tempting offers like discounted flights, half-price hotel stays, and trips that suddenly seem possible. But from my experience, traveling more and spending less is about more than just finding deals. It’s a mindset and a different way to approach travel.

Traveling more is about exploring, learning, and making every trip count. Spending less means focusing on what matters to you.

Traveling more starts with how you see the world.

It all begins before you even make a booking.

I like to start planning by sitting at my favorite cafe with a hot cup of coffee, looking through my old notebook full of notes from past trips. This routine helps me clear my mind and figure out what I really want from my next adventure. Writing down ideas—from routes to local foods—turns vague dreams into real plans.

A true ‘Travel More, Spend Less’ traveler knows what they want: places that fit their style, experiences that matter, and choices that feel right for both their heart and their budget.

You might think planning takes away the fun of being spontaneous, but it actually helps. When you know what matters most, like a flight, a place to stay, or a special experience, you can choose where to spend and where to save.

Spend less with purpose

That’s where Black Friday comes into play. The travel deals that appear this time of year can help cut fixed costs, like internet, insurance, accommodation, and transportation, freeing up budget for what matters the most: exploring, learning, and immersing yourself in a new culture.

But it’s important to approach this time with a clear purpose. Black Friday can give you a helpful push or tempt you to buy things you don’t need. The best choices come from knowing what you want and not getting distracted by quick discounts.

This might mean traveling less on a whim but staying longer in each place. Or you could use the money you save on flights to extend your trip, explore more, or just take your time coming back.

Traveling more while spending less means looking at the total cost of your trip, not just the price you see at first. Think about hidden costs like ATM fees, roaming charges, and local transport. Use deals wisely, not just because they look good, but because they help you experience more of the world.

Black Friday might be the push you need, but the real power is in your choices.

Use this time to plan carefully, make the most of good opportunities, and keep exploring the world with care.

If you want to check out this year’s best travel deals, I’ve put them all together for you, so you can really travel more and spend less.

Take a look at the Black Friday On The Move page