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Mark's Budget Travel Blog July 2005 Archive

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

Five Chances at a Bargain Cruise

Sunday July 31, 2005
You should start planning now for autumn and winter cruising. Do you know the best ways to find budget itineraries? Here are five methods for booking a bargain.

Orlando on a Budget

Sunday July 31, 2005
Most travelers find themselves in Orlando at some point in their lives. Here you'll find some tips for avoiding the pricey things that add nothing to your enjoyment. Orlando is ... Read More

Sleeping in Airports

Sunday July 31, 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? Here's ... Read More

European Travel: Train or Car Rental?

Sunday July 24, 2005
New article: I recently paid $6.41 USD/gallon for gasoline. That's the going price in Holland these days. With that in mind, is it smart for budget travelers to rent cars ... Read More

Fuel Rebates for Budget Travelers

Sunday July 24, 2005
The travel industry is concerned about high fuel prices, even though there is strong evidence vacationers will pay the price to get away. The fear is some trips will be ... Read More

Shopping for Airports

Sunday July 24, 2005
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

Las Vegas on a Budget

Sunday July 17, 2005
Las Vegas will celebrate its 100th birthday this year, and many travelers will join the party by booking rooms and losing in the casinos. We can't help you with gambling, ... Read More

Airport Parking on a Budget

Sunday July 17, 2005
Recently, I returned from a 12-day trip overseas. My bill for long-term parking would have been about $155 USD. Instead, I spent $105 on an airport hotel room that also ... Read More

Changing Places

Sunday July 17, 2005
In the middle of summer, some budget travelers are thinking about cruises inthe late autumn. Why? Because cruise lines have to "reposition" many of their ships twice a year. After ... Read More

Summer Airfare Deals 2005

Wednesday July 13, 2005
Time is running out on some of these deals, but you still have a chance to snag bargain summer fares. Read the fine print, make your choice and enjoy ... Read More

Fuel Rebates for Budget Travelers

Wednesday July 13, 2005
Gasoline prices are on the rise in most places this week. Last year at this time, we called attention to eight places offering gasoline rebates to summer travelers with mythical ... Read More

Five Chances to Save on Food when Traveling

Sunday July 10, 2005
New Article: Food costs can wreck a travel budget. Here are some strategies for keeping those costs in check without sacrificing nutrition or culinary adventure.

Powerful Packing

Wednesday July 6, 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

Wednesday July 6, 2005

Not that long ago, only a very naive novice traveler (or a very wealthy one) would ask about travel between European cities by air. Now, it's a very legitimate question: ... Read More

Cruising for $100 a Day

Saturday July 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 comfort. Read more ... Read More
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