Winter is Here. Time to Start Saving for Summer Vacation
You know what’s fun? Cuddling on the coach with hot cocoa while it’s 22 degrees in Albuquerque and scrolling through social media looking at pictures of beaches. Honestly. We’ve done it. It’s wonderful.
There’s something about the winter months that really brings out our need for sand between our toes and sunshine beating on your heads. It may seem like we’ve got a way to go, but the summer months are just around the corner. Now is the time to start planning for your summer vacation.
Rio Grande Credit Union (RGCU) has some tips and resources to help get that beach ball rolling.
Start Saving Now
You know what they say about the early bird getting the worm? The same can be applied to the early saver. Start putting money away today so you can enjoy your vacation debt free tomorrow. An RGCU Vacation Club Account will help you save money that you can deposit automatically. That way when you’re ready to leave, your money is there waiting for you!
Book Your Trip Early
Some people are planners. Some people aren’t. We’ve got a resource that will be helpful and fun for both parties! RGCU has partnered with Get Away Today to help our members save big on vacations like cruises, trips to Hawaii, and even excursions to Disneyland! Book your trips now so summer you can rest easy knowing all the planning is taken care of.
Create a Vacation Budget
It’s easy to get carried away when traveling, buying souvenirs, eating at restaurants, and upgrading your flights and accommodations. But the last thing you want is to face a big bill when you get home. Try setting a budget now so you know what to expect later. If you don’t know where to start and need some guidance, take advantage of 1-on1 session with RGCU’s Certified Coaches to help create a vacation budget for you and your family.