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Archive for July 2008

July 31st, 2008

Plane vs. Train

If you are planning a multi-country trip to Europe, how do you plan to get around? Flying is quicker, but you’ve got airport hassles and it’s not environmentally friendly. Hopping a train is the typical way to do Europe, but it takes longer and can be more confusing. It’s much more eco-conscious, but sometimes more […]

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July 30th, 2008

Let’s Be Flexible Freds & Frans!

How flexible of a traveler are you? Do you have your heart set on a destination and MUST go – or are you more open to passing whims? I had planned to spend a week in Spain this year – but then found a buy one ticket get one free airline sale to Italy, so…
Budget […]

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July 29th, 2008

Using the TB’s

Doing a little online research before your trip always pays off. It’s handy to read local newspapers, visit tourism office websites and even local blogs to get a firsthand, up to date view of the country or city you are going to be in. Many tourism bureaus work very hard at not only getting people […]

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July 28th, 2008

European Hostel Website

Hostels can be an excellent way to save money on that annoying accommodation expense. Traditionally seen as a place for young backpackers, hostels today come in all shapes and sizes, many with en-suite private rooms. I’ll be honest, I’m not a hostel person. I’m old and need my sleep and prefer it without other […]

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July 27th, 2008

Pound the Pavement, People!

What could be more budget friendly then walking? No transport costs, (or the headaches of figuring out how it works) the opportunity to stumble upon previously unheard of museums, monuments and cafes and best of all – a real glimpse of the city you are visiting. Here are three suggestions for foot-friendly cities.
Prague: Prague is […]

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July 25th, 2008

Pre-Paid Cash Card

  Do you have problems staying on budget once you get on holiday? You may start out with the best intentions, but you arrive someplace new and tend to go a little mad. Be it souvenir shopping, hitting too many museums or even spending your nights clubbing, your budget may not have too many happy […]

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July 24th, 2008

Ahoy Captain Stubing

  Okay, maybe it won’t be THE love boat, but it could be a way for you to reconcile your European travel dreams with your budget reality. European cruises come in many forms and offer a number of advantages for the budget conscious traveler.
First, as is true of any cruise - you’ll pay a large […]

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July 23rd, 2008

Foodie Alerts

Where do you like to eat while on holiday? Local restaurants, cafes, McDonald’s? Are you a picnicker? Pick up some food at a grocery store, open-air market or snack food stand and sit amongst the people to enjoy the vibe of the city? Those visiting Rome may have to re-think that strategy. As of […]

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July 22nd, 2008

Tipster Time

Periodically, we’ll post a generic tips list with ideas and suggestions to help make your trip to Europe a bit easier on the bank account. None of these thoughts are breaking news; but every little bit helps!

Consult a travel agent. In these days of Internet bookings most folks feel they can find the best […]

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July 21st, 2008

Free City Tours

What’s the budget travelers favorite word? FREE! ‘Cause I don’t care how cheap something is - if it’s free, it fits my budget. So how about a free city tour? These are fairly easy to create yourself nowadays; either using suggestions from a guidebook or finding one online. But what about the personal touch? Here […]

By Jacy Meyer -- 4 comments