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Super Bowl Alternatives

Posted on 1/22/2013 11:30 EST

Not planning on watching the Super Bowl on Feb. 3? You might be the real winner.

While most Americans are glued to their couches watching TV and rooting for their respective team, you'll...

Weekly Update: Cheap Portable Generator Recommendations, January Deals and More

Posted on 1/4/2013 11:28 EST

January brings deals on linens and electronics -- and, in much of the country, winter weather that can disrupt power. This week we looked into portable generators to help consumers be prudent not only...

Get Away for Cheap this Winter

Posted on 1/3/2013 11:41 EST

Hopefully by now you've had a chance to unwind a bit from the holidays and get back into the old routine. But if you haven't enjoyed enough R&R you may be ready to plan your next trip. Whether you're...

How to Book a Holiday Flight for Less

Posted on 12/3/2012 11:33 EST

Still finalizing your holiday travel plans? Don't hold your breath for any last-minute deals on airfare. Passenger demand and prices have surged this year, The Wall Street Journal reports, and...

Weekly Update - Airline Recommendations, Cruise Deals and more

Posted on 8/24/2012 15:42 EST

Identifying savings opportunities is an important part of frugal living. Trading in your Netflix membership in favor of renting movies at the library might be worthwhile if you only watch an occasional...

Cheap Summer Travel Tips

Posted on 5/15/2012 11:10 EST

Summer is ideal for getaways, both short and long. But the rising costs of airfare have made cheap summer travel a thing of the past. Still, there are plenty of ways to get your travel fix at a price...

Frugal Traveling: 10 Carry-On Tips

Posted on 3/6/2012 10:13 EST

What seems like a cheap air ticket can turn into a much more expensive one after you've checked your bags. Most airlines charge anywhere from $15 to $35 for the first bag and as much for the second...

Cheap Spring Break Ideas

Posted on 2/16/2012 15:34 EST

It's almost time for spring break. The sun is higher in the sky, the holidays are a distant memory, and we're getting ready for a break -- from winter, from work, and from school. Don't let a tight...

Money Saving News Stories for June 23, 2011

Posted on 6/23/2011 13:57 EST

Here are some money saving stories we’re reading:

VillageVines: Dining Discount Site Tries a New Name (The New York Times)

Very Crowded Discount Travel Market May Fuel Choice and

Buy Lost Luggage for Cheap

Posted on 4/20/2011 1:23 EST

If you've ever gotten off a flight to wonder "Where is my luggage?" we may have found the answer. A place called Unclaimed Baggage Center in Scottsboro, Alabama stocks up on suitcases never claimed... Read more on Sydney Morning Herald »

Web Site Reveals Cheap Airport Parking

Posted on 4/6/2011 16:02 EST

CheapAirportParking.org is a site that lets you search for cheap airport parking in the hub out of which you're flying. The site works much like an online flight search: you put in your arrival...

Find the Cheapest Deals in Europe

Posted on 4/4/2011 18:16 EST

Are cheap European vacations on your mind? It will come as little surprise that the countries offering the best travel deals are the ones with the worst economies. Greece, Ireland, Spain, and Portugal... Read more on Huffington Post »

Fewer Discounts Than You Think at Duty Free

Posted on 4/4/2011 17:34 EST

Ever had to walk through duty free at the airport to get to your gate? It's often like a zoo, with people stocking up on liquor, candy, and souvenirs they believe to be cheaper than anything they could've... Read more on CNN »

Which airlines have the comfiest cheap seats?

Posted on 4/2/2011 22:28 EST

Most of us want to nab cheap airline seats. But will you sacrifice comfort for cost? A Los Angeles Times story dissects the value of your budget-friendly airplane seat. It starts by measuring... Read more on The Los Angeles Times »

New group buying site focuses on travel deals

Posted on 3/30/2011 7:01 EST

Online group buying options are a dime a dozen these days, but a new one has found a niche as a flexible travel deals site. Yuupon.com debuts April 5 and will offer between eight and 20 deals... Read more on The Los Angeles Times »

Get cheap deals to Cancun and other warm locales

Posted on 3/29/2011 17:23 EST

With spring break in gear for many high schools and colleges, you may already have your warm getaway trip planned. But if you're still looking for a vacation, you might want to jump on current deals for... Read more on USA Today »

Travel lighter to skip baggage costs

Posted on 3/28/2011 18:22 EST

Airlines are offering discount fares left and right for both domestic and international destinations. The catch? Many only allow you to book with carry-on luggage. Even if you decide to go for broke and... Read more on kansascity.com »

Savvy travelers can reap group savings

Posted on 3/27/2011 21:39 EST

It can be pretty overwhelming to pick among the many travel group discount sites to ensure you're getting the cheapest deal possible. Ways exist to simplify the process at sites like Groupon and... Read more on St. Louis Today »

Buy now or wait?: How to score cheapest airline tickets

Posted on 3/24/2011 21:12 EST

There's always an element of gambling involved when trying to figure out how to get the cheapest flights. As CNN reports in the video included in this post, you can book now to lock in a known price... Read more on CNN »

Most and least expensive European cities

Posted on 3/23/2011 21:36 EST

If an overseas vacation is on the horizon this year, there are several cheap European cities calling out to you. MSNBC pored over some data from travel websites and the federal government and found... Read more on MSNBC »

The Best Time To Go Guide For 70 Destinations

Posted on 3/22/2011 19:56 EST

When is traveling cheap? That all depends, says Freeshipping.com, on where you want to go and when. Antarctica? Try February or March but avoid November, December, and January. Moscow? Consider... Read more on Freeshipping.org »

Cutting-edge art of coupon travel

Posted on 3/18/2011 21:29 EST

As you plan your next vacation, keep these coupon travel tips, courtesy of The Chicago Tribune, by your side. They're worth a lot more than old-fashioned guide books in dollar terms, and are sure... Read more on The Chicago Tribune »

Company promises cheap airport lounge access for all

Posted on 3/15/2011 19:27 EST

With all the grumbling about air travel, will cheap airport lounges take the edge off your experience? A new company is betting the answer is "yes," and will soon open pay-by-the-day lounges to see if... Read more on USA Today »

10 Bargain Beach Getaways

Posted on 3/8/2011 0:34 EST

You don't have to be a college kid to take a cheap beach vacation this time of year. Forbes.com has found 10 places you can go on your own spring break without breaking the bank. Flights start at... Read more on Forbes »

Travelers lose as airlines, online sites square off

Posted on 3/6/2011 16:17 EST

Airlines pull off travel sites to travelers' dismay. That's the gist of this post from the Seattle Times. In a quest for more control and more revenue, airlines are getting choosy and bossy about... Read more on Seattle Times »

Top budget travel destinations for 2011

Posted on 3/3/2011 21:54 EST

With vacation season looming, many enterprising websites are racing to produce their own list of cheapeast 2011 destinations. This one comes courtesy of MSNBC, and includes some out-of-the-box suggestions, Read more on MSNBC »

The Travel Industry Shares Money-Saving Tips (and Freebies)

Posted on 3/1/2011 22:15 EST

As you start planning this year's vacation, these insider travel cost-saving tips will certainly come in handy. The New York Times's reporter attended a travel conference and lo and behold, turned... Read more on The New York Times »

Bing helps you look for the cheapest flights

Posted on 3/1/2011 5:59 EST

How to find the cheapest flights is a bit like walking through a never-ending maze. But Ubergizmo reports on a new feature from Bing that gives you all the pricing and flight information you need... Read more on ubergizmo »

Top 5 Dirt Cheap Countries to Visit

Posted on 2/25/2011 22:25 EST

Despite rumors to the contrary, cheap international destinations still exist. Craveonline.com suggests ports of call in Asia and Latin America offer great bargains on fun, food, and lodging. Read more on craveonline.com »

When a Vacation Package Can Save You Money (and When It Can't)

Posted on 2/23/2011 20:59 EST

As you dream of your next getaway, here's the first question to ask: are vacation packages cheaper? Yes and no, it seems. In this blog post The New York Times deconstructs the travel package business... Read more on The New York Times »

Tips to enjoy a thrifty spring break vacation

Posted on 2/22/2011 9:19 EST

If you're looking for frugal spring break ideas, you've hit the mark. WPTV offers a handful of suggestions along with tips that should help you land the best deal without squandering any fun. Read more on WPTV »

2011's Cheap Travel Destinations: Go Big on a Budget

Posted on 2/16/2011 20:13 EST

If "cheap travel destinations 2011" is your mantra this year, let AOL Travel help you find your reality. Several spots you might not consider hot nonetheless offer vacation thrills at budget prices. Read more on AOL Travel »

Search for Low Airfares Gets More Competitive

Posted on 2/10/2011 21:48 EST

So, you think you know how to play the low airfare search game. Well, you may have to learn some new rules. The New York Times reports that new technology is paving the way for new players who plan... Read more on The New York Times »

Low-Cost Airlines: Increasingly Flying to a Major Airport Near You

Posted on 2/7/2011 17:30 EST

"Where do low-cost airlines fly to?" is the first question you need to ask if you're looking for cheap flights to, well, somewhere. As bnet explains, it used to be that you flew into a secondary... Read more on bnet »

Getting the cheapest flights

Posted on 2/7/2011 13:25 EST

How to find the cheapest airfare calls for smart gaming of the system. In addition to the usual book-your-flight weeks in advance, The Economist suggests another strategy or two and cautions that... Read more on The Economist »

Low-cost carriers get aggressive on fare hikes

Posted on 2/2/2011 16:49 EST

The days of cheap flying may be over now that low-cost airlines are raising prices. USA Todya reports that fares are substantially higher than they were a year ago as travel rebounds along with Read more on USA Today »

Whatever You Do, Don't Buy an Airline Ticket On ...

Posted on 1/28/2011 14:27 EST

What are the cheapest days to buy airline tickets? Usually Tuesday and Wednesday, says The Wall Street Journal, which may seem arbitrary to us travelers but apparently makes sense to the airlines. Read more on The Wall Street Journal »

The Woots And Groupons Of Travel Bargain Sites

Posted on 1/18/2011 23:23 EST

Bargain travel sites abound, until you can't remember which ones to turn to when it's time to plan a trip. Consumerist offers up a few that you might want to store away for safekeeping. Read more on Consumerist »

Lonely Planet: Top value destinations for 2011

Posted on 1/18/2011 12:43 EST

If travel looms on your horizon, here are the 2011 value destinations. The SunSentinel.com takes its cues from Lonely Planet, which suggests some exotic as well as surprising possibilities. Read more on sun-sentinel.com »

10 great places for travel bargains in 2011

Posted on 1/7/2011 14:47 EST

Bargain travel destinations still exist, if you know how to identify them. USA Today suggests focusing on countries in the news, like Greece and Vietnam, that often scare off would-be tourists because... Read more on USA Today »

11 Tricks to Cutting Travel Costs in 2011

Posted on 1/5/2011 13:50 EST

Traveling almost anywhere these days will cost you a pretty penny. So check out this post from The New York Times, which has pulled together a number of ways you can save a few of those pretty pennies. Read more on The New York Times »

Cheap Luggage recommendations

Posted on 12/22/2010 22:05 EST

Whether you waited for last minute deals of cheap luggage, or just realized you need an extra cheap suitcase to carry all those gifts, read our luggage review to find the best luggage Read more on Cheapism »

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