We’re back from vacation… now let’s discuss the financial damage…

If you’re in debt like I am… you’ve experienced the ‘Oh crud, how much damage did I do while recklessly spending on my vacation’ thoughts.

Our previous vacation trips were fun but the nasty ‘debt hangover’ when we came home always sucked (excuse my language, but I’m being dreadfully honest).

When we arrived home from beach camping, I flipped on my computer and closed my eyes after typing my password for online banking.

Tick. Tick. Tick.

Why is it when you are broke and running the risk of overdrafts, the bank websites turn to sludge? It’s as if they get a sick satisfaction in making your pain last longer.

The screen finally popped up and… I screamed.

We only spent $38 for the week (I’ll update you later on how we shamelessly saved money in ridiculous ways).

I’m fairly certain we spend more than that when we aren’t on vacation.

Cheers to my first ‘debt hangover’ free vacation!

Posted by Beks on July 17, 2009 at 5:00 AM in General Debt, Life Experiences, Living Frugal, Saving Money | 9 Comments »
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  1. Neil responded:
    Posted: July 17th, 2009 at 6:31 am

    Congratulations!

    I went on a vacation once to the Cote D’Azur and that amount wouldn’t have paid for the drinks bill for my 3 children for 1 restaurant meal !

    I’m not sure I will be going back….

  2. FamilyMan responded:
    Posted: July 17th, 2009 at 8:46 am

    Congrats, I am sure that made you feel great to know that you spent so little. I am looking forward to the entry of how you spend less.

  3. Angie responded:
    Posted: July 17th, 2009 at 9:30 am

    Just a quick question – why didn’t you budget for the trip? I’m assuming you planned it ahead – why didn’t you set aside money for the trip itself instead of looking back at your account? Just seems a little dangerous to me – but I’ve just become the type to budget everything.

  4. Nancy responded:
    Posted: July 17th, 2009 at 2:45 pm

    I want to hear your secrets! Please share!

  5. Maggie responded:
    Posted: July 18th, 2009 at 6:04 am

    Congratulations!

  6. The Gooroo @ Finance Advisory Stop responded:
    Posted: July 18th, 2009 at 7:06 am

    It seems like you work hard — the vacation was well deserved!

    Only $38? Wow, that is really good. Teach me your ways :D

  7. ICAUPSSR responded:
    Posted: July 19th, 2009 at 12:35 am

    Congrats…Only $38?… Please share your secrets

  8. WSF1 responded:
    Posted: July 19th, 2009 at 1:21 pm

    Congratulations! I am glad to have found this blog and I will definitely return to find out how you accomplished the $38 vacay. I am ready to take notes!

  9. Nicole responded:
    Posted: July 22nd, 2009 at 1:09 am

    Saving lots of money makes vacation that much better!

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