Communicate on the Cheap: How to Save on Phone and Internet Communication...
It’s true. Most of us have a hard time getting through the day without checking our voicemails, updating our Facebook statuses, tweeting about our daily activities, or checking email. Media and...
View ArticleVisiting Minnesota’s North Shore of Lake Superior on a Budget
If you’re looking for a cheap, stress-free getaway surrounded by nature, consider a trip to the North Shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota. Whether you choose to spend your time dining on the cheap in...
View ArticleThree Philosophies for Budget Minded Travelers
Many of the posts on this site focus on frugal travel tips or ways to save money at certain destinations. The aim of this post is a bit different: to help frugal travelers identify certain a...
View ArticleBooks and Magazines for Frugal Travelers
Let’s face it. Frugal traveling takes work. You need to research the best options so that you can get the most bang for your buck. Luckily, there are many good references out there to help with this...
View ArticleFive Affordable Spring Break Destinations
We’re already well into February already and those of us who live in chilly winter climates (or even those who don’t) are craving a spring break getaway. However, many spring break trips quickly add...
View ArticleLivingSocial and Groupon Offer Great Travel Deals
Searching for cheap travel deals can be daunting. Luckily, there are some great travel deal websites to help you out. Another option is to subscribe to a “deals” list like LivingSocial or Groupon. Both...
View ArticleMaking the Most of Your European Hostel Experience
There’s no quicker way to eat up your European vacation budget than by booking an expensive hotel. Luckily, there are plenty of inexpensive alternative lodging options in Europe, the most popular of...
View ArticleDesigning a Custom Culinary Tour on a Budget
There are lots of travel companies out there that charge big bucks for “customized” culinary or wine tours of a specific region. A consummate foodie who usually travels on a budget, I frequently drool...
View ArticleStudent Discounts While Studying/Traveling Abroad
Many of the years I spent living abroad were when I was either an undergraduate or graduate student. I was relatively clueless about all of the student discounts that are available (for flights,...
View ArticleSix Books for Frugal Travelers
In the world of digital media in which most of us live, some may have forgotten about the power of a good old-fashioned book. Some of the best frugal travel advice I’ve collected over the years has...
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