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Mark's Budget Travel Blog September 2008 Archive

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

City Passes: One Price for Many Attractions

Sunday September 28, 2008
In larger cities, you can buy passes covering admissions fees at many places for one price. Add up the admissions on your list of desired attractions to visit and see ... Read More

Budget Train Vacation

Sunday September 28, 2008
In the midst of all the turmoil about gasoline prices and faltering airlines, have you ever thought about a train vacation? Grab some train tickets! Inter-city trains in combination with ... Read More

Travel Consumer Beware!

Sunday September 28, 2008
No one wants to think about travel scams or price gouging. Buying travel insurance or stating your consumer complaint in search of a refund are two more unpopular subjects with ... Read More

Reverse Auctions

Sunday September 21, 2008
You know about online auctions like Priceline, where vendors try to meet your price. But there is a growing trend in the direction of "reverse auctions." Here, you supply dates ... Read More

Destinations for Fall Budget Travel

Sunday September 21, 2008
If you're still thinking about a Fall trip but haven't started planning just yet, you're not alone. Lots of budget travelers make last-minute decisions about autumn getaways. Whether you decide ... Read More

Budget Cruise Review: Carnival Destiny

Sunday September 21, 2008
Most budget travelers are willing to sacrifice luxury if it means saving money. They want value and a great trip, but pampering is optional. You won't find fancy meals and ... Read More

Alitalia Facing Possible Shutdown

Friday September 19, 2008
About's Senior Travel Guide Nancy Parode has the latest on economic woes at Alitalia Airlines in Italy. Flights are being canceled and deals with unions designed to keep the airline ... Read More

Ten Steps to Better Fuel Economy

Sunday September 14, 2008
Some of the nation's largest refineries were shut down as Hurricane Ike approached the Texas coast. That could create some supply problems that drive prices higher. But there is also ... Read More

Sleeping in Airports

Sunday September 14, 2008
It's certainly not something anyone can recommend with confidence for all situations. It is fraught with potential security problems and it could be against the rules. But all of these ... Read More

Fight Price Gouging

Friday September 12, 2008
In wake of Hurricane Ike, I've been hearing from people concerned about an "Ike Spike" in gasoline prices and possible shortages at the pump. Have prices risen sharply in your ... Read More

Air Miles Fees

Sunday September 7, 2008
Remember when you signed up for Frequent Flier Miles with your favorite airline? The idea was that if you piled up mileage, you'd get free travel. Now it seems many ... Read More

Orlando on a Budget

Sunday September 7, 2008
The summer vacation season is done. Are you on the way to Orlando? Central Florida is among the world's favorite destinations when it's time to get away with the kids, ... Read More

Web Sites for Travel Planning

Sunday September 7, 2008
Working with a tight travel budget? It's possible to shop on the Internet for expensive items like airfares and hotel rooms. It's also possible to find out what other travelers ... Read More

Find a Frugal Travel Agent

Friday September 5, 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

Shopping for Airports

Tuesday September 2, 2008
Most people are bewildered by airfares, and with good reason! Airfares make very little logical sense. Sometimes the best way to snag a low fare is to find an alternative ... Read More
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