We’ve all been there. You’re at the airport with time to waste and you start looking through the shops.
But, what you’re buying may not be a good deal.
Think about these…
Do you think duty free means a good deal? Probably not. It’s best to know what things cost before you rush to spend your travel money on duty free.
You forgot your neck pillow. So, you’ll just pick up a cheap one at the airport. Right? Again…probably not the best use of your money.
You’re in a foreign country’s airport and you need a magazine to read. Not a big ticket item…right? Maybe not. But, be sure to check before you head to the counter to pay. It may cost a lot more than you thought. And, it may be a few months older than you thought.
Wi-fi can be expensive in some airports. It’s best to head to a coffee shop if you really need to use wi-fi while you wait.
How about that bottle of water you’d like to have while waiting for your flight? I’ve seen a small bottle go for as much as $8.00. The solution? Bring a refillable bottle or a collapsible bottle and fill it at a refilling fountain. Some restaurants will even refill it for you.
I’ve mentioned this before. If you can help it…don’t exchange currency at the airport. It will almost always be a higher exchange rate.
Last minute souvenirs can be expensive. Plan ahead and don’t buy them at the airport.