Cruises can be costly, full of hassles, and ridden with hidden expenses. But it doesn’t have to be this way. During the past decade of traveling the world, we’ve now spent nearly a year as passengers on cruise ships. With all that time out at sea, we’ve learned so many […]
Wine Tasting in Bordeaux on a Budget: Travel Guide
Publishing note: this article has been updated to reflect info and prices, current as of Jan 2024. Bordeaux, France is an exciting European city to indulge in the region’s delicious namesake wine. Yet frugal travelers may be leery of the ability to experience Bordeaux on a budget. Is Bordeaux expensive? […]
A Cheap World Cruise: Tips & Tricks for How to Afford the Voyage
Is a cheap world cruise actually possible? That’s the question we asked ourselves. So we thoroughly investigated this seemingly impossible travel desire and then went on to plan a cruise around the world, filled with a mix of luxury and adventure. Ultimately we were successful in piecing together a cheap […]
35 Best Things to Do in Halifax Nova Scotia: Travel Guide & Tips (2024)
The wide assortment of great things to do in Halifax helps to make Nova Scotia’s capital such a fun travel destination to visit in Canada! The friendly waterfront city has so much to offer visitors. Personally, Halifax remains one of our favorite destinations in the country. What makes Halifax so […]
How to Visit Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve: On Your Own or Tour
Publishing note: This post about Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve was last updated on January 28, 2024. Known for its complex environment, the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve is a unique natural attraction to visit in Mexico. From the thick Yucatan jungle, freshwater marshes extend out through a series of lagoons all […]
How to Do Oktoberfest on a Budget: Travel Guide & Tips
So you want to go to Oktoberfest but are realizing how expensive it’s going to be in 2024? You’ve come to the right place. This post has all the tips and resources to help get you to Munich’s Oktoberfest for cheap! Oktoberfest in Munich is one of those quintessential travel […]
10 Secrets on How to Get a Free Balcony Upgrade on a Cruise
It sure is nice to have a balcony stateroom on a cruise. You gotta love those mesmerizing ocean swells, the warm sea breeze, those beautiful island vistas on the horizon, the occasional seagull flying by, and the soothing sound of the surf. But balcony cabins on cruises can also be […]
25 Best Tips: How to Get Cheap & Free Drinks on a Cruise Ship
Indulging in many beverages can be so much fun when cruising. But in 2023, as drink prices on cruises hover around $10, those poolside piña coladas will add up before you know it. Splurging every night on costly cruise cocktails can be a blast. But it’ll also blast your onboard […]
Amtrak Empire Builder Tips & Review: Rail Journey Across the US
“All aboard!” 🚂 After stepping onto the Amtrak Empire Builder, we soon found out the crew really does belt out an “all aboard” call as the train is departing. For us, that holler from deep in the lungs proved to be a most appropriate welcome as we boarded those shiny […]
The Ultimate Travel Packing Checklist and Packing Tips
It’s not always easy to know what’s the best travel gear to pack, whether packing for a short vacation or for long-term world travel. Yet after traveling around the world for 6 years to 100 countries, we’ve developed what we’ve found to be the best travel packing checklist for value and […]
How to Find the Best Repositioning Cruise Deals: Under $50 / Day!
Last Updated: February 2020 Using cheap repositioning cruise deals to travel around the world can provide for an incredibly affordable way to get from one continent to another in complete luxury. We know this because we’ve now taken over a dozen repositioning cruises all across the world’s oceans and have […]
40+ Best Gift Ideas for Travelers 2019: Travel Gift Guide
It’s that time of year again when we’re all on the hunt for that perfect present for all those special people in your life. But what are some unique gift ideas for people who love to travel? We’ve carefully culled together some of our favorite travel gift ideas for 2019. All […]
Riobamba Ecuador Travel Guide: Best Things to Do + Day Trips
Riobamba Ecuador is an intriguing town that travelers sometimes bypass during their Ecuador itinerary. Yet we discovered there are so many awesome things to do around Riobamba, particularly when it comes to outdoor adventure throughout the surrounding Chimborazo province! For those traveling between Quito and Cuenca, Riobamba can make an […]
How to Take a Day Trip from Bordeaux to Saint Emilion, France
Note: Prices and info have been updated and are current, as of June 2023. The medieval village and Unesco World Heritage Site of Saint Emilion, France, is a fantastic full day trip to take from Bordeaux. St Emilion is located approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) from Bordeaux, so its proximity […]
How to Travel the Galapagos on a Budget: Travel Guide & Tips
Is it actually possible to travel the Galapagos on a budget? Many assume a trip to the Galapagos will be a very expensive proposition. You wouldn’t be wrong to think so. Even Googling “Galapagos Tour” may send could send someone into sticker shock. One of the first organic search results […]