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Archive for the ‘Cheap Accommodations in Europe’ Category

August 13th, 2007

Priceline for Your Group

Priceline’s Name Your Own Price and Published-Price hotel booking services now allows customers to book up to nine rooms at a time.
You can do so via FindGroupDeals.
Group rates are guaranteed to be the best. If you find a better deal elsewhere, you (assuming that you are coordinating your group’s tour) will get your room for […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 0 comments

July 30th, 2007

Check in at Ikea

Apparently, Ikea is more than just the H&M of furniture in Norway. Ikea stores are actually a part of Norway’s must-sees.
I may be too late with this news… but Ikea is (or has) temporarily turning one of its stores in Norway into a hostel. 30 shoppers will be picked for a chance to stay at […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 2 comments

July 16th, 2007

Cubi Accommodations in the Netherlands

For those with limited budgets but are not really willing to give up the comforts offered by standard hotel rooms, Qbic Hotels may be the answer to your budget traveler’s prayers.
With hotels located in Maastricht, Amsterdam and Antwerp, Qbic Hotels offer travelers the comfort of extra long handmade Hästens beds, bathroom elements designed by no […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 1 comment

July 10th, 2007

RatesToGo and Priceline

Budget Traveling is not limited to backpacking and cheap hostels. It could also mean getting great value for your money or getting a very good deal for an expensive hotel room.
As an example… if I have to pick up the tab and I have my family with me, I prefer not to rough it. […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 0 comments

July 5th, 2007

Sophisticated Traveler

This is for our readers in the US who are planning their European sojourn.
If you do not have the time nor the energy to plan your trip, you may want to consider one of Sophisticated Traveler, Inc.’s Independent Travel Packages. I swear, they have one of the cheapest travel packages I have EVER seen.
As […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 1 comment

June 25th, 2007

Travel and Discover European Cities Like a Local

Sure, it’s nice to explore all of the must-sees where all the other tourists probably are but there are times when I would like to discover a city the way locals see it. I would like to experience more than what a normal tourist does.
If you feel the same way, you may want to go […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 3 comments

June 21st, 2007

Budget Travel Photo Links: Hostels

Here are a few great pictures on Flickr, showcasing European hostels. It should give you an idea of how different each hostel’s condition is.

Hostel Celica - a former Yugoslavian prison - is cool, according to jpete.
Hopefully, there are improvements on the Dover Castle Hotel (an old picture from clarissa).
I am not surprised that the […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 1 comment

April 9th, 2007

Europe’s Famous Hostels

Tired of getting the surprise of your life when you check-in and find that the cute little hostel you booked online is actually a crappy old hostel that is located nowhere near the city center?
Well, apart from Trip Advisor, you can also check out Europe’s Famous Hostels to guide you in your choice before you […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 2 comments

March 31st, 2007

University Housing in the Summer

While the students are home for the summer, budget travelers can stay at University dormitories for minimal cost.
University of Westminster, King’s College and the London School of Economics are just a few of those who rent out student dorm rooms during school breaks.
Wherever in Europe you may decide to travel this summer, check out google […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 1 comment

March 31st, 2007

Sleeping in your car

Driving in Europe and short of cash? I guess, if you are desperate and do not have the moolah to sleep in a hostel, you can sleep in your car.  It’s uncomfortable with a bit of a security risk (depending on your location) but it sure is the cheapest way to get some sleep during […]

By Melissa Atienza-Petri -- 0 comments