Pay less for parking with planning

Incidental vacation expenses can seriously sink a travel budget. One of the biggest culprits? Parking fees. Steer clear of excessive prices with these tips.

Bestparking.com lists fee prices for parking facilities in major cities and airports in the United States and Canada. The site also has a variety of smartphone apps. Travelers are able to determine in real time when driving that extra couple of blocks will make parking financially feasible.

Booking your reservations online and in advance often can result in discounts.

For the best deal possible, consider the time of day you will need to park. In many cases, fees are not charged after a certain hour of the day.