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Mark's Budget Travel Blog January 2008 Archive

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

XE.com: Track Exchange Rates Online

Sunday January 27, 2008
Do you have a favorite Web site for tracking exchange rates? I think one of the best is XE.com, which also provides a number of other services such as ... Read More

How To Research and Purchase a Budget Cruise

Sunday January 27, 2008
We're at the height of "wave season," a term frequently used in the cruise industry to describe the time when bookings reach a peak. The Internet gives you the chance ... Read More

Save on Short Notice Flights

Sunday January 27, 2008
As you plan spring and summer travel, you know that advance booking is often a crucial element in getting an affordable airfare. But what happens when you can't make long-range ... Read More

Insurance for the Budget Traveler

Tuesday January 22, 2008
Should you buy cruise insurance from the line itself or a third party? You look forward to shopping for bargains in faraway places, but what if your trip must be ... Read More

Miami on a Budget

Sunday January 20, 2008
Miami and South Florida are known for warm beaches and high-rise resorts. But there's so much more to see in the area, including Everglades National Park and the start of ... Read More

Condé Nast Traveler identifies places where U.S. Dollar is still strong

Sunday January 20, 2008
Pick up a copy of the February issue of Condé Nast Traveler. Read an article by Debra A. Klein entitled "Dollar Power," in which she identifies places from the ... Read More

Budget Ski Deals

Sunday January 20, 2008
The western United States got a lot of new snow last week, and ski resorts are cashing in on the good conditions. Whether you want to go now or two ... Read More

Kango: Search for value and low price

Sunday January 13, 2008
How many Web sites do you visit to plan your trip? You'll find prices at one site and reviews of hotels or recommendations about attractions at another. Read about a ... Read More

Orlando on a Budget

Sunday January 13, 2008
It's not too early to start planning for spring break. Are you on the way to Orlando? Central Florida is among the world's favorite destinations when it's time to get ... Read More

Five Tips for Saving Money on a Car Rental

Sunday January 13, 2008
As you hit the road, there are at least five things you can do to keep car rental bills under control. Unfortunately, many travelers simply pay the rates they receive ... Read More

Shopping for Airports

Sunday January 6, 2008
Most people are bewildered by airfares. They make very little logical sense. Sometimes the best way to snag a low fare is to find an alternative airport. This article shows ... Read More

Find a Frugal Travel Agent

Sunday January 6, 2008
If you were going to book a top-notch resort vacation, you might consult a travel agent. But are you less likely to call in a specialist when independent travel is ... Read More

European Delivery: New Car and Low-Cost Trip

Sunday January 6, 2008
You might think it outrageous to consider buying a new car at the same time you are planning a trip to Europe. But automakers offer incentives for car buyers to ... Read More
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