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With a bit of planning, visiting the USA can be fun and done on a tight budget. Abundant with mountains,…
Public lands define many Montana vacations, offering a robust selection of free outdoor activities throughout the year. The state maintains roughly 17…
The Caribbean island of St Lucia is home to luxuriant rainforests, sun-drenched beaches and the staggering Pitons twin peaks. Yet…
From the shores of Lake Ontario and the Thousand Islands on the Canadian border, down through the Finger Lakes and…
It’s an unfortunate fact that Los Angeles isn’t the most budget-friendly travel destination. However, with some careful planning, you can find…
Travelers arriving in Chile from neighboring countries often have the same first reaction: shock. It’s not the height of the…
There is a price to pay for California’s envious bounty: miles of salty coastline, bright, sun-filled days, dynamic cities, an…
Despite a season of hassles and high fares, air travel continues its robust upward trend. Globally, passenger air traffic has…
Charming Savannah is a city as green as they come: recognized for its sustainability efforts, including installation of solar panels…
London has a reputation as one of the most eye-wateringly expensive cities to visit in Europe. Its fame and global…
Colorado is the sweetheart of the Rockies, a place that showcases the natural beauty of the West, from mountain peaks…
Montréal has long been known as Canada’s most affordable big city – locals tend to go slowly and enjoy life rather than…
As the second largest state in America, Texas is one beast of a trip. With points of interest dotted all the…
Budget-friendly Pakistan should be an obvious choice for cost-conscious travelers who want a proper adventure without breaking the bank. Most…
It’s easy to experience sticker shock when checking into eco-lodges and renting vehicles and booking tours in Costa Rica. Indeed,…
Extending across the Andean highlands, the Amazon, the Pacific coastlines, and even the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador is a mandatory stop…
Mongolia is the dramatic stage for wild, off-the-beaten track adventures, and the nomadic culture of the steppes has hardly changed…
Exploring Japan’s capital is a mind-blowing experience, but it can also blow your budget. Don’t despair – there’s an abundance…
I’m a travel and food writer based in London. Long intrigued by all I had heard about up-and-coming Albania, my…
Morocco offers excellent value for travelers of all budgets. Rest assured, you’ll be offered a warm welcome and authentic hospitality…
Budget travelers are often surprised at how much you can get for your money when exploring Egypt. You don’t need to…
Sleek and sophisticated, the City of Love isn’t known for being a cheap date. However, Paris has a whole heap of…
Denver is a budget-friendly destination when compared to its Rocky Mountain neighbors like Aspen and Vail (and especially so when…
When it comes to bang for your buck, Barcelona has it all: beautiful architecture, coastal location and a cosmopolitan energy…
Whether you choose to live like royalty or scrimp on a shoestring in Vietnam, you’re going to have a memorable…
Western Europe’s most populous country doesn’t always spring to mind as a low-cost destination. However, in a place this big…
From the Art Institute and skyscraper-viewing boat tours to world-class restaurants and bars, there is no shortage of places to…
India is heaven for budget travelers. Few places on earth offer quite so many rewarding travel experiences for such a…
Let’s not beat around the bush: Norway is expensive. However, the historically weak krone has made it a bit less…
Compared to the rest of Europe, Spain is easy on the eyes and even easier on the wallet. Between the…
From cliff-backed beaches and quaint villages to vibrant cities and historic sights, England has plenty to entice visitors. But it…
Munich is one of Germany’s most expensive cities to live in, and it certainly has its fair share of swanky…
Berlin is a sprawling metropolis with historic sites, an eclectic mix of subcultures and distinctive neighborhoods filled with local and…
With its small size and immense popularity, you should be prepared for high prices when visiting Amsterdam, one of Europe’s…
Seattle isn’t exactly known for being the most affordable city to visit, but it is possible to travel to the…
Belize is rapidly making a name for itself as a vacation destination – and it can sometimes have prices to…
Prague has long held a reputation as a prime budget city getaway. Although the days of gasp-inducing low prices are…
Cosmopolitan Mexico City can seem somewhat pricey by Mexican standards, but when you factor in all the free activities on…
Compared to most European capitals, Madrid stands out as an inviting and affordable destination that even budget-conscious travelers can enjoy.…
Is Venice overpriced? In some ways, sure, but not in others. The bad news is that hotels and restaurants tend…
Boston is certainly up there on the list of US cities with a high cost of living, which – unfortunately…
Let’s be honest, Alaska isn’t the US’s most economical destination. But with some creative planning and an ability to trade luxury for…
With a well-deserved reputation for being costly, San Francisco and the entire Bay Area regularly top the charts of the USA’s…
For all its lavish castles, ornamented palaces and hunting estates for the well-to-do, Scotland is a nation of shrewd spenders.…
I live in Lisbon, Portugal – and have recently had the urge to explore more of my next-door neighbor. So…
One of the biggest reasons that travelers love Budapest is its reputation as a budget-friendly place to visit. Although it…
Portugal once enjoyed a reputation as one of Europe’s most affordable destinations. While prices have been on the rise in…
Whether you are looking for a Mediterranean escape, a road trip through hilly wine regions, or an awe-inspiring art-fuelled tour…
Maine is a popular tourist destination, known for its scenic beauty and picturesque coastal villages. Millions of visitors flock to…
Offering a gorgeous lakeside location, over recent years Zürich has cemented its reputation as one of Europe’s hippest destinations, with…
Almost completely surrounded by water, the two peninsulas of Michigan combine natural beauty and bustling city life. Plenty of activities…
One of the main appeals of South Africa – apart from its wildlife, beaches, cities, culture, cuisine, mountains, desert, forest,…
One of Cape Town’s greatest strengths is its diversity. It runs through the city’s landscape, its cultures, the people, the…
Let’s face it, Switzerland doesn’t immediately spring to mind when you utter the words ‘cheap break’. This small alpine nation…