Travel on a Shoestring Budget

5 Secrets of Scoring Cheap Flights to South America

Whether you’re trekking to Machu Picchu or dancing til dawn in Rio, here’s the scoop on scoring those cheap flights to South America.

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How I Afford International Travel (without a trust fund)

Most of my cheap international travel has cost between $900 and $1200 for 7-10 days. Which means about $100 a month,… Read More »How I Afford International Travel (without a trust fund)

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Spend 3 months in Europe for $350

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5 Secrets to Score Cheap Flights to Europe

Vacationing in Europe used to be a luxury for the super wealthy. Those days are over.

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5 Steps To Language Learning For Travelers

How can a traveler connect with locals — or even get themselves fed — without spending hours learning languages? Here’s a five-step plan that makes it manageable.

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Can You Drink The Water?

How to cope with conflicting information and unpotable water.

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Yikes, Mosquitos! How to Protect Yourself

At home, mosquito bites are a major nuisance. When traveling, they are a potential source of life-threatening diseases like malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, and Chikungunya.

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5 Free Travel Apps To Rule Them All

Put these free travel apps on your phone and you are ready to conquer the world.

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Best Travel Gear for Women (peek inside a nomad’s pack)

Whatcha Packin’? I’ve been on the road now for eight years. Everything I carry can fit in a single backpack.… Read More »Best Travel Gear for Women (peek inside a nomad’s pack)

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Budget Travel 101: Find Amazing Places to Stay

Travel doesn’t have to be expensive. Here’s your comprehensive guide to cheap lodging options for traveling on a budget, including Airbnb, hostels, hotels, house sitting, couch surfing, Workaway, and more.