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How to Save Money at Disney World in Orlando

Mark Kahler, licensed to About.com

A visit to Disney World can be expensive, so it's crucial to pack as much value into your alloted time as possible. Wasting time here really wastes money. Take a look at 10 steps for a value-packed visit to Disney World theme parks.

How to Save Money in Venice

Mark Kahler, licensed to About.com
Venice is a city unlike anyplace else on earth. But with its charms come generally higher prices for food, lodging and transportation. There is money to be saved with some solid planning. Here are 10 step by step tips for saving money on a visit to Venice. Put some thought into the unique challenges of this popular destination and you'll be well on your way to an affordable visit.

Add On Hotel Charges to Avoid

Mark Kahler, licensed to About.com

Just when you've found that great hotel rate, a bunch of fees crop up to turn your bargain room into a budget buster. Sometimes these fees are unavoidable, but many can be reduced or eliminated with a little planning. Take a step-by-step journey through hotel room no-nos that can add up to a big bill.

Find Cheap Food in Another Country on Less than $30 USD/Day

Mark Kahler, licensed to About.com
Visiting a new place? Chances are you will be unsure about restaurant customs and eating habits. These are important things to consider for budget travelers. For example, will you try to purchase a heavy breakfast in a place where most consumers are accustomed to small morning meals? The market caters to the majority, so you might wind up paying too much! Take a look at 10 step by step tips for cutting food costs on the road.

Order a Rail Pass

Mark Kahler, licensed to About.com
What's cheaper, point-to-point tickets or a rail pass? Some travelers will answer that the pass, with its unlimited travel option, is the better deal. But you'll find that is not always the case. Check out 10 tips for how to buy a rail pass -- if you buy one at all.

Pack Light

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In these days of baggage fees, travelers do well to limit themselves to one small bag. But there are other advantages for light packers, including better transportation options and fewer sore muscles. Look at 10 step by step moves in the direction of lightweight travel.

Save Money on Spring Break Trips

Mark Kahler, licensed to About.com
When the winter chill sets in, isn't it time to start thinking about spring break? Maybe it's a psychological ploy to forget the cold, but there are other good reasons to get an early start on your spring break planning. It's a good way to save you money on airfares, rooms and activities. Take an illustrated look at 10 planning steps for crafting an affordable spring break getaway.

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