Volunteer Tourism: Doing Good While Traveling on the Cheap
Why do you travel? It’s an interesting question that I ponder from time to time. Is it the thrill of the unknown? Is it the “escape” from my daily life that I find so appealing? Perhaps it’s the...
View ArticleGet Around on the Cheap: Ten Best U.S. Cities for Public Transportation
Whether we’re talking about airfare or cab fare, transportation costs can eat up a large part of one’s travel budget. Of course, western Europe is known for its highly accessible and inexpensive public...
View ArticleTips for Traveling Green on a Budget
I read a lot on travel blogs and in travel magazines about traveling green or low-impact travel. However, did you know that traveling green also tends to be less expensive than more conventional modes...
View ArticleFive U.S. Natural Wonders You Should Visit
I am an advocate of U.S. road trips as a cost-effective and adventurous way to spend one’s summer vacation. One of my favorite things to do while I’m on the road is to enjoy the variety of “natural...
View ArticleGuide to the Great Lakes (U.S. and Canada)
The Great Lakes are some of the most impressive U.S. natural wonders. However, they are usually only considered a “destination” for people who live nearby. Here is an overview of each lake and reasons...
View ArticleEco-Travel: What is LEED Certification?
If you’re a frugal eco-traveler, chances are you’ve seen the label “LEED certified” on various hotels, restaurants, transportation systems, museums, residential structures and sports stadiums. I always...
View ArticleA Beginner’s Guide to Ride Sharing
Most of us have car pooled to the office, or hitched a ride with friends after a big night out. However when we vacation, most of us tend to travel solo or with our nearest and dearest. But why not...
View ArticleThe World’s 5 Most Unusual Hostels
Taking a frugal vacation doesn’t mean you need to face another boring, bland hostel. Read on to discover some of the weirdest and most wonderful backpackers’ stays on the planet. ArkaBarka Floating...
View Article8 Inexpensive Ways to Green Your Next Vacation
As global warming continues to take its toll, travelers want to be sure that discovering the planet won’t ruin it for future generations. Ecotourism is an exciting new trend, but sustainable lodging...
View ArticleGet Walking on Your Next Vacation
Most articles about frugal travel focus on finding cheap flights and navigating public transport. But there’s a much cheaper way to get around your next holiday hotspot. It doesn’t take a lot of...
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