Pokimane's Guide to Ballin' on a Budget: Summer Travel Edition!

Summer Plans Hit Different Now...

Okay besties so like remember when everyone was hyped for summer vacay ready to drop stacks on trips? Turns out adulting is hitting us hard. Apparently some 'tariff' thing happened (I'm not an economist okay? Leave me alone!) and the stock market decided to throw a tantrum. Now people are side eyeing their travel budgets according to some Deloitte report. We were supposed to be living our best 'treat yo' self' lives but now it's more like 'treat yo' self... responsibly.' "

The Numbers Don't Lie: Less Gucci More Good Vibes

So get this: initially the survey said summer travel budgets were gonna jump like 21%! But after the market freaked out that number dipped. People are still traveling – about 53% of you beautiful souls which is actually up from last year! – but we're talking a more... 'frugal' approach. Translation: less first class more 'is this hostel cockroach free?' decisions. I feel you fam. I might have to skip the designer luggage this year and just use my trusty duffel bag… the one with the questionable stain.

Silver Linings Playbook: Travel is Cheaper!

Here's the tea: travel costs are actually DOWN! Hotel rates rental cars even airfare are cheaper than last year. Like score! Round trip flights are averaging $265! Okay not bad. Plus international flights to Europe are down too at $850. Meaning you can finally fulfill your dream of taking that selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower (just don't forget to tag me okay?). You can use this to buy more content from your favorite streamer(s)! Don't forget to subscribe ;)

The 'Root of All Hacks': Flexibility is Your BFF

Alright listen up. The real MVP of budget travel? Flexibility. As some Hopper economist Hayley Berg said "The root of all of our hacks for saving this summer is flexibility." If you can avoid peak travel times like holidays you're golden. Think late August or early September instead of July 4th madness. And mid week flights? Apparently those can save you a whole bunch of moolah. So ditch the rigid plans and embrace the spontaneous! It's all about being adaptable like when you have to switch games mid stream because chat's being extra spicy.

In Destination Shenanigans: Less Extravagant More Authentic

So you've booked your flight and accommodation now what? Don't blow all your cash on fancy restaurants and overpriced tours. According to Deloitte lots of people are cutting back on in destination spending. Translation: pack snacks find free activities and maybe even visit your great aunt that lives in the place you are going to visit. Stay with fam cook meals together and explore the local scene like a true insider. Channel your inner Poki and get creative with your entertainment.

Living Large on a Shoestring: The Poki Promise

Look besties economic weirdness might be cramping our style but it doesn't have to ruin our summer. With a little flexibility some smart choices and a whole lot of resourcefulness we can still have an amazing time without emptying our bank accounts. Remember it's not about how much you spend it's about the memories you make! Now go out there have some fun and don't forget to hydrate (and maybe send a little gift my way!). Kidding! ...Unless? Okay bye!