CC The average person can’t afford to just pick up one day and go on a vacation without notice. Most of us need to plan ahead, sometimes far in advance. We’ve all read the books and articles about how to save for a vacation cut out your daily cup of coffee, skip eating out at lunch… Read more
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How To Travel The World For Free
Want to see the world but worried about how much it can cost to go travelling? Well, fear not, because it is surprisingly easy to experience a range of different cultures on a budget – in fact you do not have to spend a single penny if you are determined enough. Our friends at The… Read more
17 Fun Ways to take Pictures while Travelling
Are you tired of taking selfies and boring pictures? It’s time to level up your photography skills! Last summer, when we went on holidays, I looked online for new tips on how to take different style of pictures. Even if you don’t have an expensive camera like DSLR or Go Pro, you can use your… Read more
What is your ideal holiday?
I recently stumbled upon this infographic from the Croatian National Tourist Board, and thought I’d share it today. It carried out extensive research to find out what is the ideal holiday for people in the UK and 10 more countries. If you want to find out which type of holiday maker you are, you can… Read more
Visiting Quito, Ecuador
When I set off for a one year trip around the world after college, I put Ecuador on the list, because it was on the way, rather than because it was a destination that had caught my attention. It turns out Ecuador was one of the highlights of my trip. For me, it was… Read more
Planning ahead for your summer holiday
I am not a planner, more kind of a go with the flow person. But I love to travel, and stretch my hard earned cash further when I do. Which is why I always try to plan ahead for a holiday. No kids? Go in low season For summer holidays, there is peak season, which… Read more
How to keep a long term travel budget
I have been in Madrid for about two weeks now, and will spend another 2 1/2 weeks in Europe before going back to Guatemala. Traveling long term is what I like to do, because you don’t have to rush from one hotel to the next, I hate packing, I always forget something in the hotel,… Read more
For A Few Dollars Less — Visiting Florence on a Budget
If you want to experience a city that will melt your heart in moments, you should visit Florence. The capital of the Tuscany region is one of Italy’s most beautiful cities, the ideal destination for art and culture lovers all without breaking the bank. If you know where to look, on Florence city breaks… Read more
How to Save Money for Your Wedding Party
There comes a time in all of our lives when it seems like everybody we know is getting married. And if you are a balanced, connected individual who enjoys many friendships, you may be called upon to appear in a lineup of other cherished groomsdudes or bridesfolk. For a stacked wedding season, appearing in… Read more
£16/$25 Airbnb coupon, save money for your summer holiday
To register on Airbnb and claim your £16/$25 Airbnb coupon, click here. This Airbnb coupon is valid all through 2014, so enjoy! Summer is here, and you know how hard it can get sometimes to find an affordable accommodation for the holidays. Peak season, the school year is over, prices soar. Airbnb offers you the… Read more
The high cost of being disorganized
I was driving home from work today when it occurred to me how expensive being disorganized can be. How much money could we collectively save by tightening the belt and being a little more responsible?! Let me break this into three categories: Being Disorganized with Meals Groceries are undoubtedly one of the biggest expenses… Read more
Tips for a carefree summer holiday
Summer is not so far ahead, and you are probably starting to make plans about destinations and dates, asking for days off at work and looking at flights. Here are a few tips to make it even more enjoyable. The first thing on my holiday check list is your passport. Yes, it sounds… Read more