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Mark's Budget Travel Blog March 2007 Archive

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

Revealing Priceline Secrets

Saturday March 31, 2007
The Internet leads a budget travel revolution because you can book the cost of so many travel products before you ever leave home. But is using Priceline the best move ... Read More

Some Top Budget Travel Gifts

Tuesday March 27, 2007
You might think about giving a budget travel gift or two during the holiday season, but how about for your favorite graduate? And why not as a birthday or wedding ... Read More

Travel Deals for Europe and Israel

Tuesday March 27, 2007
Here are two overseas deals that crossed my email inbox. One involves a close deadline while the other is available for months to come. If you're interested in Early Bird ... Read More

Budget Home Stays

Saturday March 24, 2007
If hotel rates have ravaged your travel budget, consider some alternatives. Home stays, home swaps and other alternatives are gaining popularity, especially in expensive areas or when you have a ... Read More

Off Season Savings

Tuesday March 20, 2007
You don't have to wait until late spring or summer to take that dream trip to Europe or South America. In fact, early spring presents strong opportunities for a budget ... Read More

European Delivery: New Car and Free Trip

Tuesday March 20, 2007
We're still fairly early in the model year for new cars, and auto makers want the new models to catch your eye. How would the deal sweeten if they threw ... Read More

Las Vegas on a Budget

Saturday March 17, 2007
With the NCAA Basketball Tournaments in full swing, Las Vegas is humming. Final Four weekend is coming up, and it's one of the busiest times of the year along The ... Read More

Exchanging Money on a Budget

Wednesday March 14, 2007
Exchanging money is one of those expenses for which you receive very little satisfaction. So why not try to minimize the amount spent? Before you go to a marketplace, make ... Read More

Perplexed at the Pump

Tuesday March 13, 2007
U.S. gasoline prices are averaging above $2.50/gallon again in many places, and the trend is upward. Gas prices are a lot like weather--they affect our lives, but there isn't much ... Read More

Budget Vacations within U.S. National Parks: A Top 10 List

Saturday March 10, 2007
Do your summer vacation plans include the U.S. National Park system? You're probably familiar with popular spots such as Great Smoky Mountain National Park or Shenandoah. But there are ... Read More

Budget Travel Resolutions

Wednesday March 7, 2007
How are you doing on your New Year's resolutions? Don't worry -- the question is purely rhetorical. If, like many folks, you're not doing very well, take heart. Here are ... Read More

Before You Pack for a Budget Trip

Tuesday March 6, 2007
With airline baggage policies constantly changing, you're more likely than ever to get an unpleasant surprise at check-in if you tend to overpack. Many airlines are increasing fees for big ... Read More

Finding Realistic Airfares

Saturday March 3, 2007
It's easy to find information about airfare deals. But are travelers actually paying those low prices? It's time to cut away the hype and find out what your next trip ... Read More
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