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Mark's Budget Travel Blog October 2004 Archive

By Mark Kahler, About.com Guide to Budget Travel since 1999

Munich on a Budget

Sunday October 31, 2004
New Article: One of Europe's most interesting cities need not be a budget-buster. Enjoy old-world Munich and leave with euros in your pockets. Here are some budget-saving ... Read More

Shopping for Airports

Sunday October 31, 2004
If you're willing to do a little driving prior to flying, it's possible to save hundreds of dollars on your trip. Don't ask why. Don't try to make sense of ... Read More

Free Email Course on Budget Travel

Sunday October 31, 2004
Ever plan a trip and then worry you're paying too much? Would the confidence that comes from getting good deals add to the enjoyment of your trips? This free, eight-week ... Read More

Five Chances at a Bargain Cruise

Sunday October 24, 2004
Here are five tried-and-true ways to book your cruise at the best possible price. How many have you tried? More importantly, how many are you willing to try?

Airport Parking on a Budget

Sunday October 24, 2004
Is there any travel expense that brings less joy than parking fees? Here are some ways to save on these ugly costs, so you can spend more money on fun ... Read More

Budget Basics 101

Sunday October 24, 2004
Check out six articles written to help you find travel bargains on the Internet. Find out how airline mistakes can save you big money. Discover your "first stop" ... Read More

Fare Dealing

Sunday October 17, 2004
New article: In what will hopefully become a trend, Aer Lingus has rolled back ticket restrictions and simplified the fare process. Will such fare dealing catch on? ... Read More

Is Duty Free a Good Deal?

Sunday October 17, 2004
How many times have your senses been overwhelmed by the pitch to buy "duty free?" Before you spend good money on that kind of purchase, you'd better read this!

Breaking the Hotel Habit

Sunday October 17, 2004
Thousands of new travelers are discovering the budget benefits of trading hotel keys for RV or trailer keys. Should you be among them? RV travel is not for everyone, but ... Read More

Amsterdam on a Budget

Sunday October 10, 2004
One of Europe's most popular destinations does not have to break your budget. Here are some quick tips and a good starting place for planning a trip to Amsterdam.

Powerful Packing

Sunday October 10, 2004
Cheap airfares, thrifty hotels and many other budget travel musts hinge on your mobility. You'll be leaving the hotel that charges too much. You'll be taking trains instead of cabs--but ... Read More

Before You Get an Air Miles Credit Card

Sunday October 10, 2004
Why not make the money you must spend on the mundane save you cash for travel? Air miles credit cards are immensely popular, but there are some people who should ... Read More

Europe's Cheap Airfares

Sunday October 3, 2004
New Article: Once unthinkable, European visitors are now flying between major cities on their itineraries. Discount carriers are on the rise, and fares are falling. Your next fare search ... Read More

The Trip Must Go On: Buy a Little Insurance

Sunday October 3, 2004
You don't want to think about tragedy cutting short a vacation or perhaps canceling it altogether. But if it happens, will you have enough money to pay for another trip? ... Read More

Las Vegas on a Budget

Sunday October 3, 2004
Need some money-making tips for Vegas? I can't help you much in the casino, because I'm too cheap to gamble. But I will point out some tips for saving cash ... Read More
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