AuburnJen 771 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 I know everyone is making adjustments for the increase in fuel this year, as we did in 08. We are taking shorter trips and using our popup for any out of state trips we take. I cannot afford the diesel for out of state trips and we live so far south in Florida that going out of state is a big deal. We also now only fill the tank of the MH one quarter tank at a time and watch the prices like a hawk. When they start going down and stay down for a little while, we put in a quarter tank. I have a quarter tank to go for a full and happy tank.So, what adjustments are you making....?Oh, I almost forgot...since Disney keeps raising their prices for holidays, we are going elsewhere for a lot of them too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 Right now we are saving our gas money for the 4th GG. We were going to do a quick trip this week-end but since that would be to a casino campground we decided against it :rofl2: The campground is only $21 a nite but the casino would be a killer :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bord1niowa......Curt 79 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 We are not taking our motorhome to the Fort. It would cost $1400 just in gas, then we would have to rent a car while there for 2 weeks. Cheaper for us to rent the trailer then have our small car for local driving and a thousand dollars less in gas. The trailer isn't costing us that much, no where near. For shorter length trips we are renting rather than driving the motorhome. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ImDownWithDisney 342 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 I am working more overtime to put back $$ for vacations. We also have cut back on our restaurant visits, but that needed to happen for healthy living anyways. We already tended to camp at local spots, so that really hasn't changed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HillBillyWhisperer 20 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 We have cut our camping trips to local trips due to the price at the Fort and now with the gas increase I will be cutting my Hunting trips to the lease in Alabama. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo..Karla 77 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 Sacrificed big trip out West this year for trip to the Fort.Cut down restaurant meals.Pay for trips and fuel with cash...if it aint in the bank then we don't go.Doing our own maintenance (oil changes, etc) on the motor home.Driving slower for better fuel economyConsolidating local trips to the grocery store, post office, bank, etc.Use more coupons for shoppingCut back family gift-givingCancel satellite TV and use over-the-air HD and $8/month NetflicksCut back cell phone service/drop land line phone service Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LONE-STAR 370 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 We don't go as much on the weekend we hang at the house more. How ever the high price of fuel is about to put the company I work for out of business. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kazlac4 3 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 We eat out less than we used to, as well as try to make it to the early-bird specials when we can. Also, I always try to coordinate my errands when out, making sure I don't need to backtrack or make any more trips than necessary. We also figure that this summer we will be staying at the local state parks a lot more than the local resorts. The state of NJ only has dry camping available at its state parks but the cost is only $18 per night. We go to one that has a great swimming lake, and we also take our kayaks and bikes. Every dollar saved helps get us closer to the Fort! :banana: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 771 Posted May 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 My diet has saved us a bundle this year! :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
H in SC 85 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 I’m thinking about doing a bank job…….Anybody got any advice about a good disguise? :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PrincessNana 15 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 Going to the Fort will be our big trip this year, despite the price of diesel. We figure we don't have too many years left with our grandkids where they will still think we're fun so we don't want to miss out on anything. But, we are not bringing our tow car or our golf cart. We don't need extra transportation while we are at the fort and we can rent a golf cart (off site) cheaper than hauling everything with us. PureTcrazy...rita 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ok Grumpy AKA Cindy~~ 9 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 I eat lunch in instead of going out to eat lunch. Save's gas and it a whole lot healhier! I try to run my earrand when I'm in town. We have camped here local instead of driving all over. Canceled our Northern trip this summer. But planning Disney Trip this fall Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BouncingTiggers 98 Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 I am trying to work all the extra time I can just to pay for our trip to the fort at halloween. Other than that we eat out less, use coupons like never before, drive slower, & we are going to try state parks this year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 We just canceled one weekend camping trip that would have cost us $200 in gas. Most of the rest will be local until we head to the Fort in October. Between now and then we're trying to cut back on the extras to save up for what we now will be a much bigger fuel budget this year.If prices stay high, we'll likely be taking it a bit slower on the ride down too - amazing how much better gas mileage the Navigator gets at 55-60 vs 65-70. It'll take us a bit longer, but it'll potentially save us quite a bit.Do you think if I get a running start coming out of NY I can coast to VA?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigdisneydaddy 9 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 Christmas is all but canceled, maybe one long weekend at a state park about 160 miles North but other than that its driveway camping this summer. Too many cuts and belt tightening to even consider making up for $4.20 diesel. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LONE-STAR 370 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 Christmas is all but canceled, maybe one long weekend at a state park about 160 miles North but other than that its driveway camping this summer. Too many cuts and belt tightening to even consider making up for $4.20 diesel.Hold your reservation fuel prices could fall by then like in 08. I know I am hoping for it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wak648...Bill 94 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 Christmas is all but canceled, maybe one long weekend at a state park about 160 miles North but other than that its driveway camping this summer. Too many cuts and belt tightening to even consider making up for $4.20 diesel.That is what I am hoping for and the same reason that I have not cancelled my Christmas ressies yet. I plan on holding on to them as long as I can before making my final decision. As long as the price does not go over $4/gallon (what I budgeted for) then I should be safe. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stacktester 78 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 I hate to see all the posts about people not being able to come. I know fuel is killing everybody's hobbies. I also atv and even a trip to Ocala is a pain because of fuel. I know I try and do as many things on one trip as I can and when I have to run to the stores that are close to home I use my bike. It makes me wonder what Disney and places that offer recreation will do to get people in the door. I was at the fort earlier this week and there were several loops completely closed. I know it's the weekdays but when the 2000 loop has 3 campers in it and 1100, 1000, 1800 and 1900 are closed somethings up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 I’m thinking about doing a bank job…….Anybody got any advice about a good disguise? :rofl2:Mickey Mouse? :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 PureTCrazy & I are probably going to cancel the July 4th GG trip - but that's more due to the heat than the $$. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
liv luvs disney 2 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 PureTCrazy & I are probably going to cancel the July 4th GG trip - but that's more due to the heat than the $$.Just don't cancel your Sept./Oct. trip!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 Just don't cancel your Sept./Oct. trip!!If you check out my signature ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 If you check out my signature ...Well you know I will be very sad, but I do understand. It was 85 here yesterday and I was dying. Could you possibly do a day trip? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roller ... aka Ed 351 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 Well you know I will be very sad, but I do understand. It was 85 here yesterday and I was dying. Could you possibly do a day trip?6 hours down and 6 hours back rules out a 'day trip'. We MIGHT stay off site for a few days, but even then the heat is going to be a killer - almost literally in my case. I canNOT tolerate the heat at all. A few hours at MK was just about too much - and it was only in the 80's. That was with most of our time inside in the AC or sucking down cold liquids. I really don't want to go down and do nothing but sit in a hotel room with the AC cranking ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 6 hours down and 6 hours back rules out a 'day trip'. We MIGHT stay off site for a few days, but even then the heat is going to be a killer - almost literally in my case. I canNOT tolerate the heat at all. A few hours at MK was just about too much - and it was only in the 80's. That was with most of our time inside in the AC or sucking down cold liquids. I really don't want to go down and do nothing but sit in a hotel room with the AC cranking ...I understand that too. After yesterday I really got concerned about how I would do. Even though we are not planning any park visits, it might be too much for me. I tend to dehydrate easier than I used to. I still have time to make that decision though Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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