Have you booked holiday travel? If not, you might be in for a surprise. Cash-strapped airlines are cutting back on flights, so expect prices to climb as the number of ... Read More

On occasion, I review products and services that have potential benefits for budget travelers. Many of these reviews involve general travel books or guidebooks, and even an entire Carnival cruise. It's ... Read More

When I started writing for About.com in 1999, money-conscious travelers were serving as air couriers. They'd agree to carry a parcel overseas. In return for their baggage allotment, the traveler ... Read More

In many places, train travel is an afterthought. The rise of budget airlines within Europe led many away from train-heavy itineraries. In the U.S., the financial health of Amtrak caused ... Read More

The average budget travel library doesn't include many coffee table books. Most of us want travel books that we can throw in a bag and consult on the fly as ... Read More

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

For many travelers, a visit to Europe represents a significant investment in time and money. Unfortunately, people squander these resources because of misinformation. Do you think hostels are only for ... Read More

Sometimes one small piece of helpful advice can make a huge difference in the quality of your trip. Ferne Arfin, About.com Guide to United Kingdom Travel, has assembled Practical ... Read More

For some reason, even fairly strict budget travelers decide to splurge when they go to Las Vegas. They shop the four-star hotel properties instead of the economy lodgings. There are ... Read More

If you're planning a visit to Los Angeles, San Diego, or points in between, you'll want to set aside a day for some outdoor adventures. Whether its kayaking along Newport ... Read More

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

With fuel costs and airfares soaring, budget travelers have to find the best possible prices. You know that advance booking is often a crucial element in getting an affordable airfare. ... Read More