We never think twice when we purchase commodities for the household or appliances while renovating. But when it comes to spending on ourselves, we often hesitate. Treating ourselves to some much-needed self-care is something we tend to dismiss as a guilty pleasure; do you even remember the last time you checked into a hotel for a staycation or got a pedicure for your feet? If you can't, it's about time you give the health of your mind, body and soul more priority. And if money is the only factor holding you back, it won't need to be anymore because we've got 7 of the best shopping tips to work wellness into your life very affordably.
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7 Tips to Make Wellness A Priority Without Burning A Hole In Your Wallet
1. Sign Up For Loyalty Programs
When you sign up to be a member of a loyalty program at a spa or salon, you will receive regular updates from the brand letting you know when certain services are being offered at a discount and which days are especially steal deals. Loyalty pays heavily and you'll always be in the loop for such offers when you sign up for these programs.
2. Earn While You Shop
It can be extremely thrilling to gain rewards each time you shop. The NDTV Big Bonus app allows you to earn cashback with each transaction you make across thousands of popular brands all over India. Once you sign in to the app and link your payment cards, you're good to go ahead and shop using the these cards at the app's partner vendors without feeling the weight of guilt.
3. Opt For Bundles
You may only require a single service when you visit the spa or the salon however, you will save more when you opt for more than one. When you choose multiple services, like waxing, manicures and threading in a single session, the savings are much higher if the brand is offering them as bundles. This useful tip will save you plenty of money in the future.
4. Find Coupons
Before you head to a hotel, a restaurant, a salon, or a spa, search for coupons that you can use for the services you need. There are many coupon websites available online that offer deals by the dozen so do your research and find the right one for you to get discounts before you even walk into the door.
5. Utilise Point Systems
Many hotels across the world utilize a point system that accumulates each time you make transactions at the property on stays, restaurants and spa services. Frequent users can sign up for the programs to collect enough points to eventually get discounts and free offerings on trips and stays in the future.
6. Look For Sale Days
Like every other industry, sale days exist even for wellness. Plan your holiday, your staycation, or your massage getaway well in advance by booking services on days when deep discounts are being offered such as Black Friday or New Year's day. You'll be able to indulge yourself and save big on days like these.
7. Book During Off-Season
Find out the peak season of your preferred destination and choose to travel to the city outside of those seasons. Hotels often have massive discounts as well as freebies on services and stays which are booked off-season, so if the weather and sights during the off-season don't bother you, this is perfect to save big when you get away.
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