New Year holidays are a real challenge for the budget. Some people spend a lot of money on gifts, some have grand feasts or choose travelling, though it is a busy season and prices for hotels and flights are high. The obvious way to save on holidays is to ignore them. However, if you want to chill out and get rid of the boredom of weekends, you will have to spend more than usual. We've prepared some rules for those, who want to celebrate the New Year without causing any damage to the budget.
Fresh air
You don't always need to spend time partying to have a good time on New Year's Eve and on holidays, when you can just walk through decorated streets. Part of the city center will be closed during the holidays and turned into a pedestrian zone. Anyway, if you want to go out, read our guide to the most interesting New Year parties.
Home cooking
Perhaps the easiest way to save money on cafes is to have lunches and dinners at home. You don't have to make mountains of olivier salad and dressed herring. Holidays are the perfect time for learning new recipes and inviting friends. For example, you can serve up a home-made roast duck or panettone. Of course we have a few recipes if you still want to make salads.
Regifting
We've already mentioned that regifting unnecessary presents helps to save money and take care of the environment. The less we consume, the less we harm the environment with empty boxes and packaging. Instead of gathering dust, a bottle of wine, a box of chocolates or a toy that you were given at work can make your friends and relatives happy.
Visit nearby cities
Don't be sad if you don't have enough money to make a trip to the mountains or go to the sea for the New Year. You can visit these places another time, when prices will be lower and there will be less people. On holidays, you can visit one of the cities near Moscow. The price of train tickets will be incomparably lower than air ones. Read our guide to find out what places you should visit.
Reducing consumption
To feel the holiday atmosphere, you do not need to drink half a dozen cocktails or eat a bunch of treats. Positive emotions do not depend on the amount of food or alcohol consumed. So if you manage not to give in to this madness and you are satisfied with a few dishes and drinks, you will save not only money, but also health. You can also join the sustainable consumption challenge by buying only what you really need. Maybe you'll get involved and save even more next year.
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