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Vacation budget

Plan a trip budget for transport, accommodation, food, activities and cost per traveller.

Adjust your estimate

Move the sliders or enter your values directly.

Understanding your estimate

Break down travel, accommodation, meals and activities to avoid surprises. Per-person costs help you compare different trips.

This tool helps with planning; it is not a quote, invoice or professional advice. Adjust the defaults to your own situation instead of treating them as national averages.

Comparing different scenarios

Try changing one input at a time to see which cost has the greatest effect. To compare two scenarios, write down the first result before moving the sliders again.

Use the reset button to return to the starting values.

Don’t forget the hidden costs

A travel budget is more than flights and accommodation. Airport transfers, baggage, travel insurance, city taxes, bank fees and local transport can add up. Check whether accommodation and activities are charged per person or per booking.

Example: seven nights at $90 per night cost $630 before cleaning fees and local taxes. Add food per traveller per day.

How do I avoid unexpected travel expenses?

Keep a contingency allowance and check cancellation terms, luggage fees and transport costs before booking.

How to build a realistic vacation budget

Start with fixed costs such as flights, train tickets and accommodation. Then add daily spending per traveller. A cheap hotel can turn out expensive when local transport is taken into account.

Family travel versus couples trips

Separate shared costs such as accommodation and rental cars from per-person expenses such as food, attractions and tickets. Include baggage fees, insurance and exchange charges.

Compare destinations fairly

Keep the same trip length and party size while changing travel and accommodation costs. This helps compare total trip costs rather than headline prices.

Frequently asked questions

How do I use this calculator?

Move the sliders or enter a number. Results update instantly without signing up.

Is this result exact?

No. This is an estimate based on your assumptions. Actual prices, contracts, taxes and costs may vary.

Are my values saved?

Yes, only in this browser’s local storage. Reset the calculator or clear your browser data to remove them.

How do I calculate a holiday budget per person?

Separate shared costs such as accommodation and car hire from individual costs such as meals and tickets. Divide only genuinely shared expenses.

How much contingency money should a trip budget include?

Keep a separate reserve for unexpected transport, delays or uncovered medical expenses. The amount depends on your destination and insurance.