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Mark's Budget Travel Blog April 2005 Archive

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

Take a Free Ride

Sunday April 24, 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 a big trip ... Read More

Save on Short-Notice Flights

Sunday April 24, 2005
Virtually everyone knows you must book flights well in advance to get the best deals. But what happens when you must travel at the last-minute? Here are some tips for ... Read More

Five Chances at a Bargain Cruise

Sunday April 24, 2005
You should start planning now for summer and autumn cruising. Do you know the best ways to find budget itineraries? Here are five methods for booking a bargain.

Creative Budget Travel Offers

Sunday April 17, 2005
New article: On occasion, it's nice to go back through the email box and review some of the more creative budget travel marketing efforts. Here are a few ... Read More

Airport Parking on a Budget

Sunday April 17, 2005
I'm willing to bet there isn't another travel expense that brings less joy than parking fees. Here are some ways to save on these ugly costs, so you can spend ... Read More

Cruising for $100 a Day

Sunday April 17, 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 comfort.

Step-by-Step: Better Fuel Economy

Sunday April 10, 2005
Regular unleaded recently sold at a station in California for just under $3 USD/gallon. The average national price is at $2.32 and some fear it might go higher. Europeans ... Read More

Spring Airline Deals 2005

Sunday April 10, 2005
Airlines are making deals on cheap tickets for spring travel. Here are a few of the bargains that could soothe your budget in the spring of 2005.

Save Money Overnight on the Train

Sunday April 10, 2005
Hotel expenses can break your budget. Wouldn't it be nice to average in a few very low-cost nights with the others to enhance the bottom line? Here's a ... Read More

St. Louis on a Budget

Sunday April 3, 2005
Thousands have visited St. Louis for the 2005 Final Four NCAA Basketball games. But there are reasons to see this Gateway to the West that don't involve layups and ... Read More

Are You Mismanaging Miles?

Sunday April 3, 2005
Most of us think Frequent Flier programs are an automatic "win" for consumers. Think again: many travelers hand the advantage right back to the airlines! Here are some ways you ... Read More

Powerful Packing

Sunday April 3, 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
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