Holiday Budget Calculator
Plan your next trip. Add your costs and see the total per person, per day breakdown.
Trip Details
Budget Breakdown$4,920 total
Getting There
Accommodation
Food & Drink
Activities
Transport
Other
Getting There
$900$
$
Accommodation
$1,400$
Food & Drink
$1,050$
$
$
Activities
$600$
$
Transport
$350$
$
Other
$620$
$
$
Trip Summary
Total Cost
$4,920
7 nights in Bali
Per Person
$2,460
2 travellers
Per Day
$703
total per day
Per Person / Day
$351
per person per day
Getting There
$900(18%)
Accommodation
$1,400(28%)
Food & Drink
$1,050(21%)
Activities
$600(12%)
Transport
$350(7%)
Other
$620(13%)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I budget for a holiday?
Start by estimating your major costs: flights, accommodation, and food typically make up 70-80% of a holiday budget. Then add activities, local transport, travel insurance, and spending money. Use this calculator to get a clear per-person and per-day breakdown so you know exactly what to save.
How much should I budget per day for a holiday?
It depends on your destination. For Southeast Asia (Bali, Thailand), budget $100-200 AUD per person per day. For Japan or Europe, expect $200-350 per person per day. For the US or UK, budget $250-400 per person per day. These estimates include accommodation, food, transport, and activities.
What costs do people forget when planning a holiday?
Commonly forgotten costs include: travel insurance, airport parking or transfers, visa fees, phone/data roaming, tipping (in countries where expected), checked baggage fees, currency exchange fees, and pre-trip purchases like travel adapters or luggage.
Should I budget in Australian dollars or local currency?
Budget in Australian dollars for planning purposes — it makes it easier to compare against your savings and income. When you travel, check the current exchange rate and keep a rough mental conversion. This calculator uses AUD to help you plan and save.
How much spending money should I take on holiday?
A good rule of thumb is to set aside 10-15% of your total trip budget as discretionary spending money for souvenirs, unexpected experiences, and treats. For a week-long trip costing $5,000, that would be $500-750 in spending money.
How can I save money on a holiday?
Book flights and accommodation early, travel during shoulder season (just before or after peak), cook some meals if you have a kitchen, use public transport instead of taxis, look for free activities and walking tours, and compare travel insurance policies for the best deal.
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