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World travel is cheap and easy. In fact, with a little practice and effort, you can travel the world for free.  Whether you are traveling to sightsee, study abroad, or honeymoon, check out this guide to get the most out of your budget!

Online Travel Resources: Scandinavia for Free


TRIP IDEAS:   About.com's Scandinavia blogger offers lists of free attractions in Oslo and Helsinki.  More »

When Does Budget Travel Become Exploitation?

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SPIRIT:   Can your quest for "traveling like a local" actually harm the local economy?   More »

Top 10 Free Things to Do in Europe

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TRIP IDEAS:   There is such a thing as a free lunch, if you don’t mind having chocolate and wine at noon.  More »

16 Places to Stretch Your Honeymoon Dollar

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TRIP IDEAS:   Choose your honeymoon destination carefully, and your dollar will still go a long way.  More »

How to Enjoy Madrid on the Cheap

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TRIP IDEAS:   Tips from bocadillos to the botellón.  More »

Top 10 European Cities to Stretch Your Dollar this Summer

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TRIP IDEAS:   Looking for hot, affordable Europe this summer? Check out these great cities.   More »

How to Enjoy Paris for Free

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TRIP IDEAS:   As it turns out, going to Paris without money is the best way.  More »

How to Travel by Cargo Ship

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TRAVEL WRITING:   You can definitely still travel to many locations in the world by boat. Here are some pointers for researching and planning your own adventure on the high seas.  More »

A Budget Travel Guide to Iceland

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TRIP IDEAS:   Economic collapse or no, Iceland is still expensive to visit. But planning a budget trip is possible.  More »

Budget Travel Guide to Maui

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TRIP IDEAS:   Gabriela Garcia knows how to tour this Hawaiian island like a cheapskate.  More »

Big Sky Country on a Small-Time Budget

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TRIP IDEAS:   It’s possible to come away after a week or two in Montana with solitary experiences and money left in your billfold.  More »

10 Travel Lessons From A Wanderer

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Chicago on a Budget

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TRIP IDEAS:   Follow Katie Hammel's tips to save a little cash and see another side of Chicago.  More »

5 Places To Watch Free Travel Video Guides

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The 5 Ugly Truths Of Budget Travel

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How To Enjoy London on $100 a Day

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TRIP IDEAS:   When half of London's best attractions are free of charge, $100 is actually pretty generous.  More »

10 Cheap (Or Free) iPhone Apps For Travelers

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GEAR:   Since we last recommended iPhone apps for travelers article, countless more have been created. These latest travel apps range from quirky to ridiculously helpful.  More »

25 Ways To Earn Money When You're Broke On The Road

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SPIRIT:   Money doesn't grow on trees. Earn some quick bucks with these tips.  More »

Budget Travel Tips You'll Never Read In A Guidebook

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How To Enjoy Paris On $100 A Day

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TRIP IDEAS:   The dollar is weak, but your trip to Paris shouldn't be.  More »

Update: Which Cities Are Burning Through Your Money Now?

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TRIP IDEAS:   Londoners, rejoice! Japanese...please accept my condolences.  More »

The Best of Ireland on a Budget

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TRIP IDEAS:   From where to go . . to the best free cultural events, here's how to style the Emerald Isle without overspending.   More »

Copenhagen on the Cheap

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TRIP IDEAS:   Maya Weeks puts together 10 budgeting tips for visiting one of the world's most expensive cities.  More »

8 Budget Travel Tips To Make Europe Cheap Again

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Cheap Europe! Budget Travel Tips For Great Britain

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8 Cities That Burn Through Your Money

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TRIP IDEAS:   Sometimes travel calls for a splurge.  More »

Top 10 Ways to Stretch Your Travel Dollar: Part 1

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Top 10 Free Things to Do in Paris

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TRIP IDEAS:   Although you can spend a ton of money in Paris, there is plenty to enjoy for free.   More »

7 Reasons To Travel With One Bag

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A Dirtbagger's Guide to the American West

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TRIP IDEAS:   Five Western destinations made for all species of dirtbaggers -- mountain bikers, rock climbers, whitewater hunters...whatever turns you on.  More »

Budget Travelers Are Hippie Scum

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SPIRIT:   F. Daniel Harbecke rants about hippies: they’re out there. Somewhere. And you can’t tell by looking at ‘em anymore.  More »

31 Travel Scholarships, Fellowships, and Grants to Fund Your Next Trip Abroad

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TRAVEL WRITING:   Don't let money dictate your travels. Find the funding through these grants, fellowships, and scholarships.   More »

How To Travel In France For Less Than $100 A Day

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TRIP IDEAS:   Fine wine, stinky cheese and warm hospitality in the French countryside.  More »

Budget Guide to New York City

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TRIP IDEAS:   New York City isn't cheap. But Matt Scott shares his strategies for saving in the city.   More »

6 Budget Travel Tips for Papua New Guinea

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TRIP IDEAS:   Roberto Rocha shares advice for saving money on a trip to this island nation sitting just north of Australia.  More »

Machu Picchu on the Cheap

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TRIP IDEAS:   Follow these tips and you could be looking at a grand total of $80 for your Machu Picchu experience.  More »

Top 10 Ways to Stretch Your Travel Dollar: Part 2

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