budget travel

It’s no secret that the City of Lights is also one of the most expensive in the world. Never fear, frugal travelers. With a bit of creativity, it’s possible experience all of what Paris has to offer on the cheap. Here are some suggestions.

Japan once had a reputation as an expensive vacation destination, but the country’s economic downturn has put it back on the radar of bargain-seeking tourists. With careful planning and a little know-how, your Japanese yen can go further in the Land of the Rising Sun. Buying individual tickets on the Japanese rail system can be […]

Australia’s school holidays are looming, which is enough to fill any parent with dread. The kids will want to be entertained, but it needn’t cost you a fortune. Sydney residents can enjoy a staycation and soak up all the free activities in their own backyard. Museums are always a great option for families looking to […]

If you’re looking for a low cost alternative to New Zealand’s popular Mt Hutt and Coronet Peak ski resorts, consider hitting one of the country’s club ski fields. The first club fields were established in the mountains west of Christchurch in 1929. Today there are ten club skiing fields in New Zealand. The North Island […]

You can scoop up some great deals on dining, attractions and services around Australia with new travel deals website Scoopon. Just sign up for a free Scoopon membership to start enjoying the saving. These savings are pretty outstanding; recently the site has offered a five-course banquet at Melbourne’s award-winning Cupido Restaurant for $20, a jetboat […]

If you’re young and a little strapped for cash, forget the luxury Australian islands of Hayman and Hamilton. The Whitsundays destination for you is Koala Adventure Island, the only location in the region which caters exclusively for backpackers and other tourists aged between 18 and 35. Originally called South Molle, Koala Adventure Island is far […]

Vietnam is a country of extremes, with bustling cities and quiet rural villages. Somewhere in the middle you’ll find Hoi An, a small city on Vietnam’s south central coast which enjoys the best of both worlds. Hoi An is the place to come if you want to experience cosmopolitan Vietnam without the traffic or the […]

Winter’s only just begun, but already Australia’s snow fields are enjoying steady falls. Taking advantage of the thick white powder can prove expensive, but there are a few ways to cut the costs of your skiing adventure. The most luxurious ski resorts often come with luxury price tags, but there are a few affordable options […]

Many of us have dreams of visiting China, but once you’ve sailed down the Yangtze River and shopped up a storm in Shanghai, your wallet may be a great deal lighter. If you’re looking for a way to save cash while visiting China, consider a new online initiative called Tourboarding. This new website matches travelers […]

New Zealand is a haven for adventurous young tourists who’d prefer to spend their travel budget on the next big thrill than accommodation. Thankfully the major metropolitan center of Auckland offers plenty of great value hostels for the visitors who’d prefer to save their pennies. YHA Auckland Hostel was called one of the country’s best […]