Family vacations are the best — especially when you find great deals and save a few dollars along the way. That’s why we created this nifty guide full of budget-travel tips, resources and tools. Sauk County, Wisconsin, is a playground bursting with adventures, charming places to stay and a thriving culinary scene. And with the tips and perks outlined below, you can get here, stay here and play here on the savviest of budgets.
It may sound obvious, but you’d be surprised how many people wait until the last minute to plan a trip. If you’re flying, experts suggest securing tickets one to three months in advance for low fares. The closest major airport to Sauk County is Dane County Regional Airport in Madison, Wisconsin; it’s less than an hour’s drive from most Sauk County locations.
For a road trip, consider the length of your drive and if hotel accommodations are necessary to break up long stretches.
No matter how you travel, booking sooner rather than later usually yields better prices. Here are a few online tools to help with your trip planning:
To bundle a combo of flights, hotel and rental car, check out sites including Expedia, Priceline, Kayak and Costco Travel.
Think outside the box when it comes to paying for things. Do you have a credit card with a point system? Consider cashing in the rewards — you can often get Visa cards, rental car perks, airline tickets and other useful travel benefits. If you have a favorite hotel chain, tap into the loyalty program. Marriott Bonvoy members, for example, can earn free nights, access member rates and take advantage of free Wi-Fi and mobile check-in. You can also find online discounts and rewards by installing browser extensions like Capital One Shopping, PayPal Honey and Rakuten.
Looking to fill your Sauk County itinerary? Our Sauk County Tourism homepage has a host of resources when it comes to places to shop, eat, play and stay.
If Wisconsin Dells, “The Waterpark Capital of the World!” is among your destinations, check out the Wisconsin Dells Visitors & Convention Bureau website. In addition to showcasing local fun spots and events, the bureau has a list of current deals that offers savings on all sorts of activities, including ax throwing and zip lining. For even more insight, pick up the phone and call the bureau’s knowledgeable customer service folks at 608-254-4636. More ideas for exploring Wisconsin Dells and deals for those spots are available on Dells.com.
Here are more specials and season passes to know about for your Sauk County trip.
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