5 questions to ask yourself before planning a vacation

There's no time that's tool early to plan a solo holiday trip or one that involves family. Thinking of your plans and assembling them would help you decide faster and reduce excess expenses which might take a toll on your pocket.

Before you decide where to spend your next holiday, start by asking yourself these questions listed below:

1. Do I want to fly or drive: Each means of transportation has its up and downsides. Get your car checked by a good mechanic if you feel like going on a road trip or get cheap flight tickets if you book early enough.

2. Do I want a cold or hot destination: Where exactly do you feel like spending the holiday? At a beach enjoying the sun or wearing excess clothes and packing snow.

3. What do your children love: This affects married couples whose kids are old enough to make decisions. Are your kids in love with exploration and adventure or just love to have fun anywhere away from home.

4. Do I want to stay with family/friends or get hotel reservations?: It's advisable to choose where you'll be laying your head when you take that trip. Do you just want to be alone or feel like staying with family. Early booking of reservations or contacting your relative over spare rooms would be advisable.

5. Can I deal with the stress associated with traveling?: It's important to be sincere with yourself on this one. Think of how much you'll be able to save and how long the distance is. if you don't mind the answers you get, then get set for a fun getaway.