Traveling can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. If you thought a vacation just wouldn’t fit in the budget this year, you may be surprised by how affordable you can make your next adventure if you try. Yes, you may have to make some sacrifices here and there, but the savings are well worth it, and you’re still going to have an amazing experience.

Here are 7 easy ways to cut costs while traveling:

1. Keep Your Schedule Flexible

If you’re able to be flexible with your travel dates, you should be able to reduce travel costs significantly. Traveling on the off season is the easiest way to ensure that your airfare, lodging, and other common travel expenses are as low as possible—especially if you’re traveling with a family. A general rule of thumb is that mid-week days are going to be better than weekends.

If you do need to travel during peak travel times, make sure you book your accommodations well in advance, as prices tend to rise the longer you wait. Use a service such as Google Flights to search for the lowest rates, and turn on notifications so you can follow price changes and purchase your tickets when the price drops.

Pro Tip: Sometimes booking two one-way flights is cheaper than booking one round-trip flight.

3. Stay at a B&B

You’re going to need somewhere to hang your hat at night. If you don’t have friends or family in the area, that usually means staying at a hotel. These days, booking a stay at a private residence is incredibly easy and quite affordable. Skip the chain hotels, and look for something on Airbnb or Flipkey. Not only will you usually get a much lower rate, but often the experience is more unique and enjoyable.

4. Pack a Lunch

Whether you’re traveling alone or with a group, eating out for every meal adds up fast. While there’s nothing wrong with indulging in local cuisine on occasion, it’s always smart to make a trip to the grocery store as soon as you arrive at your destination.

Before you go out exploring for the day, pack a bag with non-perishable snacks that you can use to curb cravings while you’re out and about. If possible, head back to your lodging to eat meals. If you do need to eat at restaurants, ask the locals where the best deals are. Often that hole-in-the-wall restaurant you would otherwise walk right by has amazing food and low prices.