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Mark's Budget Travel Blog January 2005 Archive

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

Top Budget Travel Gifts

Sunday January 30, 2005
If you're still looking for the perfect Valentine's Day gift, forget flowers and candy--how about travel? Here are some suggestions for a variety of price ranges, just in time to ... Read More

Powerful Packing

Sunday January 30, 2005
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

Europe's Cheap Airfares

Sunday January 30, 2005
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 could turn up ... Read More

Take A Free Ride

Sunday January 23, 2005
Updated for 2005! The newest information about European Delivery is included in this popular article, which will show you how it might be possible to afford a new car and ... Read More

Step-by-Step: Better Fuel Economy

Sunday January 23, 2005
Here are ten simple steps that can save you a lot of money at the gas pump. See how many you've tried...or would dare to try!

Changing Places

Sunday January 23, 2005
Did you know cruise lines have to "reposition" many of their ships twice a year? After a summer of cruising Scandinavia, they've got to get to the Caribbean for the ... Read More

Basics to get you started

Sunday January 16, 2005
Are you new to budget travel? If so, here are six articles written specifically to help you think and act in ways that will save you money. Even ... Read More

Sleeping in Airports

Sunday January 16, 2005
Some people do it out of necessity. But did you know there are frugal travelers who purposely rig their schedules so they can spend the night in an airport? It's ... Read More

Study and/or Work Abroad

Sunday January 16, 2005
It's not too early for students to begin planning summer study/work trips overseas. Take a look at these links and begin making that trip of a lifetime affordable.

The New Fare Rules

Sunday January 9, 2005
New article: In an effort to keep flying, major U.S. airlines are slashing some fares and simplifying their rules. But the changes might not have much impact on ... Read More

Addicted to Priceline

Sunday January 9, 2005
It's not for everyone, but once you get a good hotel deal on Priceline, you might never go back to conventional bookings. The key is using their own rules to ... Read More

Rome on a Budget

Sunday January 9, 2005
Another in our series of short, to-the-point guides for visiting great world cities. Rome offers plenty of ways to pay top euro for things that won't really enhance your experience. ... Read More

Scam Alert

Sunday January 2, 2005
Travel is one of those things you often pay for prior to receiving the product. Add the fact that anyone can call themselves a "travel provider" and you have a ... Read More

Air Travel Basics 101

Sunday January 2, 2005
Why should you be willing to drive an hour or two to another airport? Where is the most likely place to find a good price on airline tickets? Start reading, ... Read More

Cruising for $100 a Day

Sunday January 2, 2005
Some people love all-inclusive vacations because they're convenient, but they're not always a good deal. A notable exception: Some cruises now offer economy along with ease and ... Read More
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