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11 Budget European Destinations
11 Budget European Destinations We talk a lot about budget destinations for a long-term or RTW trip, and Europe always seems to get a raw deal. But if you're planning an RTW trip, don't automatically leave Europe off the list. Here are 11 cities in 5 countries where it's still possible to travel inexpensively.
The Complete Guide to Hitchhiking in Southern Africa
The Complete Guide to Hitchhiking in Southern Africa Jill Nawrocki has hitch-hiked throughout Southern Africa and believes it is one of the best ways to get around the region. She'll tell you what you need to do, what you should bring along for the ride, and how to stay safe while hitching with a stranger.
28 Ways to Save Money for Traveling
28 Ways to Save Money for Traveling Saving up funds for a big trip can be challenging, yet people who are serious about traveling are always pulling it off. Katie Hammel has collected 28 expert ideas, and even doing just a few of these will go a long way.
Finally, a Galapagos Trip You Can Afford
Finally, a Galapagos Trip You Can Afford Glamorous cruise ships plying the waters of the Galápagos...they come with glamorous prices, too. But Vickie Lillo has found a way for "ordinary" folk to visit the islands on a pauper's budget.
The Real Cost of Traveling the World Like Rolf Potts
The Real Cost of Traveling the World Like Rolf Potts Many dream of traveling the world but dismiss it as impossible. Adam Seper is here to go over the nitty-gritty budgeting details of a trip around the world.
Indie Travel in Malaysia for $10 Per Day
Indie Travel in Malaysia for $10 Per Day Anthropologist and extreme budget-traveler Stephen Le recently explored Malaysia's wildlife, culture, and cuisine on $10 USD a day. Find out how!
Why a Home Exchange is a Great Indie Travel Experience
Why a Home Exchange is a Great Indie Travel Experience When Margaret Foley and her family began traveling using home exchanges, they discovered that nothing about home life is universal.
Friends Without Clothes and Vagabonding Without Shame: Tips to Find the Real Japan
Friends Without Clothes and Vagabonding Without Shame: Tips to Find the Real Japan If predictability and room service don't figure prominently in your personal mantra, anthropologist Stephen Le has some ideas on how to tailor a charmingly quixotic quest to discover Japan, on a bare-bones budget.
America on a Shoestring
America on a Shoestring When planning a RTW trip, the United States often gets ignored because of the high cost of travel. Cambell Klose is here to give you tips for traveling around the US on a budget.
12 of the Best Free European Attractions
12 of the Best Free European Attractions Traveling through Europe can drain any budget quickly, but not everything costs a fortune. BootsnAll staff writer Cristina Puscas takes us on a tour of 12 top attractions that are free.