Just like any other country, Australia has its well-worn tourist paths. These locations contain all the attractions that brochures insist you must see, and their facilities are set up ready to fleece the gullible tourists. While there’s no doubt these spots give travelers a good time, they’re also crowded and expensive. In this article we […]
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As with most of the world’s capital cities, it’s very easy to spend money in Beijing. But travelers should resist the urge to be too frugal in the Chinese capital. See also: China on a Budget. A little extravagance can be the best way to enjoy your Beijing vacation, and stay safe. Food and drink […]
A trip to the land Down Under can be pricy, but you can cut costs while you’re there by combining your transport and accommodation. Renting a campervan or motorhome gives your vacation all the freedom of the open road, with more luxury than you might expect. As the name suggests, motorhomes are luxuriously large and […]
You needn’t get stung by high cab fees when you’re traveling around the world, thanks to the nifty World Taxi Meter website. Simply enter your departure point, your destination, and the time you’re traveling and the website will do the rest. It will estimate the fare you can expect to pay (in any currency), how […]
Knocking back a few beers in an Aussie pub or club is the Australian way, but long nights spent drinking can quickly drain your holiday budget. Here are a few tips for saving cash while enjoying this time-honored Australian tradition. Do as the locals do, and pass over a Corona or a Heineken for a […]
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 […]
China can be one of the world’s most expensive countries to visit, or one of the cheapest. Your experience all depends on the areas you visit, and what you do with your yuan when you get there. Chinese money is called renminbi, of which the most popular unit is the yuan. Western travelers might equate […]
Fiji is a relaxed island country that embraces foreign travelers. But there are a few tourist traps that visitors should be aware of to ensure they get the most from their Polynesian vacation. Fiji lures tourists with the promise of sun, surf, and sparkling white sand, but that ideal doesn’t tell the whole story. The […]
Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s largest city, and the heart of the Asian nation. Its bustling pace can intimidate tourists at first, but with a little know-how the area is much easier to navigate than many Eastern centers. Life moves fast on the streets of Ho Chi Minh City, so it’s not advisable for […]
Samoa is a tropical paradise, where life moves at a snail’s pace to please both the locals and tourists alike. Such a beautiful part of Oceania is a pleasure to visit at any time of year, but you may like to consider a few factors before you set off. Most tourists travel to Samoa with […]
