{"id":3206,"date":"2015-12-14T12:30:30","date_gmt":"2015-12-14T07:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.thomascook.in\/?p=3206"},"modified":"2026-03-24T10:51:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T05:21:01","slug":"tips-for-cheap-study-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/forex\/tips-for-cheap-study-abroad\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Save Money as a Student Doing Masters Abroad Exploring The City?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"pld-like-dislike-wrap pld-template-1\">\r\n    <div class=\"pld-like-wrap  pld-common-wrap\">\r\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"pld-like-trigger pld-like-dislike-trigger  \" title=\"\" data-post-id=\"3206\" data-trigger-type=\"like\" data-restriction=\"cookie\" data-already-liked=\"0\">\r\n                        <i class=\"fas fa-thumbs-up\"><\/i>\r\n                <\/a>\r\n    <span class=\"pld-like-count-wrap pld-count-wrap\">0    <\/span>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"pld-dislike-wrap  pld-common-wrap\">\r\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"pld-dislike-trigger pld-like-dislike-trigger  \" title=\"\" data-post-id=\"3206\" data-trigger-type=\"dislike\" data-restriction=\"cookie\" data-already-liked=\"0\">\r\n                        <i class=\"fas fa-thumbs-down\"><\/i>\r\n                <\/a>\r\n    <span class=\"pld-dislike-count-wrap pld-count-wrap\">0<\/span>\r\n<\/div><\/div><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><h2 id=\"section-1\">How to Save Money as a Student Doing Masters Abroad Exploring The City?<\/h2>\r\n<div class=\"blogwrapperblk\">If you are planning to do your masters abroad\u00a0on minimum expense here are a few tips which will help you sail that boat.<\/div>\r\n<h2 id=\"section-2\"><strong>Tips for Masters Abroad on a Budget<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<p><strong>Pre- book your stay<\/strong>: While you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/foreign-exchange\/education-forex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">study abroad<\/a>, it is advisable to stay at your relatives place, at least for a couple of weeks till you get accustomed to the new country. Sharing an apartment with your batch mates is also advisable if you are looking forward to saving some money. By doing so, you would get a better insight into the culture and improve your language skills.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Cut down your travelling cost<\/strong>: Use local public transport to commute within the city. Local transport means are budget friendly, and will help you save time and money. If your university is near your location invest in a bicycle to travel.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3231\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/shutterstock_154503194-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Metro\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Explore new deals<\/strong>:\u00a0<span style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">Dining out is a big part of understanding a new culture and country, and spending money on food and drinks is an easy way to lose sight of your savings. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask local students where to find discounts and deals to make exploring the city on a budget easy and fun. Who knows, maybe you\u2019ll make a new friend to explore \u00a0sights with?<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Learn local jargon<\/strong>:\u00a0Learning the local jargon will help you bargain better. You will be able to interact with the locals more fluently, and this will help you fetch a good deal on accommodation or basic shopping.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Make a bucket list and pre plan your budget<\/strong>:\u00a0Before you take off to do your masters abroad, make a bucket list\u00a0 of all the things you need. Make a rundown of individual objectives, and also travel objectives. The most reasonable and intriguing spots to travel may not be the most favorable when it comes to expenses.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3232\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/shutterstock_161813192-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Bucket List\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Wander free<\/strong>:\u00a0Simply recall that meandering is free! Spend time at public libraries and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/an-artsy-journey-must-visit-museums-in-the-world\/\">museums<\/a>, they will surely give you the best experience and educate you immensely in context with the local traditions and culture. Indulge in sightseeing while you are travelling. Remember, those who travel more, explore more.<\/p>\r\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3233\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/healthyculturalmeals_bc-1024x683-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Wandering - Masters Abroad\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>Avail the benefits of Thomas Cook\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/foreign-exchange\/education-forex\">Forex education<\/a> right here.<\/p>\r\n<p>Read about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/are-you-a-student-travelling-abroad\/\">the best mediums to buy foreign exchange for students travelling abroad<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<p><strong>Suggested Read :\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomascook.in\/blog\/\/are-you-planning-to-study-abroad\/\">Are You Planning To Study Abroad? Check Out These Convenient Thomas Cook Services<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>0 0 How to Save Money as a Student Doing Masters Abroad Exploring The City? If you are planning to do your masters abroad\u00a0on minimum expense here are a few tips which will help you sail that boat. 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