The Savvy Traveler


Archive for the 'Travel on a Budget' Category

Aug 02 2008

Backyard Escapes Won’t Break Summer Travel Budget

In the wake of airfare increases and rising gas prices, many Americans are seeking creative ways to fulfill their urge to travel. By choosing destinations that are close to home and accessible on one tank of gas, travelers can easily track their expenses while enjoying the travel experience.
”Vacations continue to be very important to Americans, [...]

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Aug 05 2007

Summer Travel on a Budget

As the summer travel season peaks, budget-conscious travelers are facing what seems to be a perfect storm — continued increases in gasoline prices combined with rising hotel room rates.
Additionally, the Travel Industry Association predicts a 1.4 percent increase in summer leisure travel in 2007, which also adds to the budget crunch. Higher demand often [...]

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Aug 05 2007

How to Make Your Travel Dollars Go Further

Whether you’re planning a family vacation or business trip in the near future, it pays to plan ahead; but when should you start shopping around for deals?
The experts say a good time to begin is the day you make the decision to go on a trip. Because of the very nature by which travel [...]

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May 04 2007

Travel Smart this Vacation Season with These Money Saving Tips

Summer will be here before you know it, and if you’d like to go on a trip this year, now is a good time to start planning. Whether you want to head to one of the theme parks, cruise the Caribbean, or go on a voyage overseas where you can get away from it all, [...]

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Apr 05 2007

Spring Fling on a Budget: Hitting the Best Beaches Before Summer Crowds and High Prices Take Over

As we bid farewell to winter, tropical hotspots bid adieu to the tourists looking to escape the chill. Low-occupancy makes spring one of the best times for the budget-minded vacationer to hit the beach. Off-season travelers looking for a warm-weather respite in April, May or June will miss the masses of college spring breakers and [...]

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