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    Vacation Inflation: How to Plan Your Summer During a Period of Inflation

    For the third summer in a row, vacation planning is not going as planned. While the world is opening back up from the pandemic, travelers and summer vacationers are now worried about inflation. In fact, 69%* of adults who say they will take a summer vacation are considering changing their plans due to soaring prices. The price of gas and air fair are reaching an all-time high, causing people to rethink where and how far they will go this season. If you’re still looking to get away, here are a few tips and tricks to help you keep your costs in check: 

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    1. Look for deals and steals. Although the price to do anything right now is at an all-time high, businesses still might be adjusting to losses from the pandemic. If you’re wanting to travel, consider destinations off the beaten path that aren’t tourist traps. You might find that it will cost you less to do more. 

    2. Ditch the staycation stigma. Staycations always get a bad wrap for not being very fun; but that’s not necessarily the case. There are always free or low-cost fun things to do, from taking day trips to state parks, water parks, the zoo/petting zoo, playgrounds, county or state fairs, festivals and more!

    3. Find the perks. It’s never a good idea to sign up for a credit card you can’t pay off. But when it comes to planning a vacation, if you can afford to take on a new card, do it! Find cards that offer a sign-on bonus, cash back, airline miles and any other rewards. 

    At Telhio Credit Union, we offer personal services that put our members first, from checking accounts and savings options, to educational resources and wealth management. Learn more about Telhio by visiting telhio.org

    This is a multi-part sponsored series presented with paid support by Telhio Credit Union.

    Telhio Credit Union is open to anyone who lives, works, worships or goes to school in Central and Southwestern Ohio. Founded in 1934, originally as the credit union for the Columbus Telephone Co., Telhio is a not-for-profit financial cooperative where its members are also its owners. Driven by its philosophy that members come first, Telhio is committed to the highest standards of responsibility and conduct. Telhio offers a variety of innovative programs, services and products to support its members’ financial needs. Telhio offers nine branching offices throughout Central and Southwestern Ohio and nearly 4,000 shared branching locations nationwide. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS #251831

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    Alex Noga
    Alex Noga
    Alex Noga is currently the Marketing Coordinator for Telhio Credit Union and is responsible for Telhio’s internal and external communications, marketing, and social media. He has worked in the financial industry for several years and loves representing a not-for-profit organization committed to helping people achieve their financial dreams.
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