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Travel Tips for 2010

2009-12-20T13:54:08Z

You've saved big money on a cruise, but you soon discover shore excursions could total as much or more as your passage. For some travelers, buying shore excursions directly from the cruise line also buys peace-of-mind. But be sure you understand that such tours are usually available at much lower prices by dealing directly with the vendors on shore. That's one of five budget travel resolutions for 2010 you should consider as the new year arrives. These might be the easiest-kept resolutions you'll encounter this season! See how many you might incorporate into your plans and how you might save money as a result.

Travel Tips for 2010 originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 20th, 2009 at 13:54:08.

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Deals for the Week of Dec. 20

2009-12-20T13:38:32Z

Here's the latest list of 10 travel deals. Many of these links lead to offers with a very limited shelf life, so if you're interested, act quickly. But don't act so quickly that you miss the fine print. For deals that aren't quite so fleeting, check out Winter deals. This week's deals include two airfare sales for travel to Asia and year-end deals on adventure travel.

Deals for the Week of Dec. 20 originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 20th, 2009 at 13:38:32.

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Costa Rica Vacations - 20 Illustrated Quick Tips for Budget Travel

2009-12-20T00:26:54Z

The rainy season (public relations people like to call it the green season) has concluded in most parts of Costa Rica. That's good news in a place where most of the main attractions are outdoor activities like canopy tours and volcano hikes. Costa Rica is not the cheapest Central American country to visit, but with some planning you can make a budget travel excursion to this gorgeous and fascinating country. Take a look at 20 illustrated tips for saving money on Costa Rica vacations. It's not an exhaustive list by any means, but it should jump-start your planning and dreaming about a great budget trip.

Costa Rica Vacations - 20 Illustrated Quick Tips for Budget Travel originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 20th, 2009 at 00:26:54.

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Airport Discounts

2009-12-20T00:21:41Z

When you need to shop for an airfare, do you look only at the airports closest to your home or destination? If so, you could be spending a lot of money for just a little added convenience. In times like these, when even blankets and snacks can cost extra money on flights, you need to find the lowest practical airfare. Sometimes, that means driving a short distance to an airport that might be slightly less convenient, but also far less expensive. Find out how shopping for airports in certain situations can be an effective strategy for budget travel.

Airport Discounts originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 20th, 2009 at 00:21:41.

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Deals for the Week of Dec. 13

2009-12-13T23:59:24Z

Here's the latest list of 10 travel deals. Many of these links lead to offers with a very limited shelf life, so if you're interested, act quickly. But don't act so quickly that you miss the fine print. For deals that aren't quite so fleeting, check out Winter deals. This week's deals include two offers for discounted Caribbean stays and some low airfares for winter travel to France.

Deals for the Week of Dec. 13 originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 13th, 2009 at 23:59:24.

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Destinations for Winter Budget Travel

2009-12-13T23:06:42Z

Maybe you're still thinking about upcoming holiday travel, but the winter months soon will be upon us, too. Some destinations lend themselves to big savings in the winter months. You'll find the best overall discounts on travel to places that are busy in warm weather. Europe or post-holidays New York are two examples of places where prices fall in the season of snowflakes.

Destinations for Winter Budget Travel originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 13th, 2009 at 23:06:42.

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Signs You Might Be a Budget Traveler

2009-12-13T23:04:45Z

Budget travelers stand out in a crowd of people who pay too much for their trips. How do you recognize them? You won't just find them in hostels or fast-food restaurants. There are plenty of other less obvious characteristics of a budget traveler that you should know and practice to save money on your next trip.

Signs You Might Be a Budget Traveler originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 13th, 2009 at 23:04:45.

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Top Budget Travel News of the Decade

2009-12-06T21:41:10Z

The way you move through an airport has changed in the past decade. Everything from the boarding pass you carry to the security line you navigate has been transformed by world events, market forces and travel patterns.

It's time to examine the top 10 budget travel developments of the decade. You might not like my list. I tried to cover both positive and negative developments. To be sure, there were other events that didn't make my top 10 but perhaps should have been included. Leave a comment and post your opinions. Click on the links and read more about how you can plan for these realities of travel and perhaps save money in the process.

Top Budget Travel News of the Decade originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 6th, 2009 at 21:41:10.

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Bowl Travel on a Budget

2009-12-06T21:02:50Z

The college football bowl schedule is complete and official. Texas and Alabama will play for the national championship in Pasadena. But there are other great matchups, too. Follow your favorite team (or adopt one) to combine the pageantry of college football with a nice holiday getaway. Host cities are all too happy to welcome visitors, and sometimes extend deals. But you must start your budget trip planning right away.

Take a look at the top 15 college bowl games with links for finding game tickets; airfare and hotel searches; and some money-saving tips for each host city.

_{Logo courtesy BCS National Championship Game}

Bowl Travel on a Budget originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 6th, 2009 at 21:02:50.

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Deals for the Week of Dec. 6

2009-12-06T21:00:54Z

Here's the latest list of 10 travel deals. Many of these links lead to offers with a very limited shelf life, so if you're interested, act quickly. But don't act so quickly that you miss the fine print. For deals that aren't quite so fleeting, check out Winter deals. This week's deals include discounted hotel rooms in the Pacific Northwest, cheap airfares to London and half-off stays at a popular Mexican resort.

Deals for the Week of Dec. 6 originally appeared on About.com Budget Travel on Sunday, December 6th, 2009 at 21:00:54.

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