Here's to flying in style -- even if you think you can't afford it. ABC News shares some tips on how to budge your way into first class seats without paying first class prices. Plus, you won't have... Read more on ABC News »
Your travel budget only stretches so far. But there is always some extra give, if you know where to push and pull. Fox News has come up with 15 ways to get you more for your limited dollars. Read more on Fox News »
You can't travel without baggage. But as every frugal airline traveler knows, the cost of doing so keeps rising. The Consumerist suggests seven ways to keep those baggage fees in check. Read more on The Consumerist »
What are you willing to put up with for a $6 airline ticket? If you answered "I'd even stand," Ryanair may have a deal for you. USA Today reports the discount carrier is floating the idea, although... Read more on USA Today »
How's this for the frugal traveler with wanderlust: Kayak.com introduces a new feature that lets you choose where you can afford to go. WalletPop has all the details. Read more on Wallet Pop »
Creativity is the name of the game when it comes to planning a cheap summer vacation. Read this post from the Star Telegram to see how one family arranged a low-cost spree in New York City. Read more on Star Telegram »
This is a mantra that all frugal travelers should live by: full fares don't apply. Time Out keeps you true to your vow with these tips about how and where to find discount plane and train tickets... Read more on Time Out »
You don't have to be a jet-setter to love the cheap iPhone travel apps. All you need do is follow the trail laid out by the Huffington Post and you'll find all the apps you need for a thrifty and... Read more on Huffington Post »
The economy may be showing some life, but who wants to blow a wad on a summer vacation when the world financial outlook still looms uncertain? You don't have to, according to the Toronto Star, because... Read more on Toronto Star »
Choose your airport wisely. That's the advice from WalletPop, which gives the low-down on the most expensive airports to fly in and out of. The cause of the high prices? Limited competition and... Read more on Wallet Pop »
Here's another app for your iPhone, this one courtesy of TripAdvisor. As Mobiletor.com explains it, this is all you'll need to be your own travel agent and tour guide. Don't leave home without it. Read more on Mobiletor.com »
It's hard to beat the system, especially when that system is airfare. But here comes ABC News with insight into how that system works and five ways to use that knowledge to your advantage. The payoff? Read more on ABC News »
Despite what you may think, there is such as thing as a value airline. And SmarterTravel.com has picked a winner -- one that offers transparent promotions, good service, and cheap prices. Read more on SmarterTravel.com »
For an outside-the-box travel guide, read this article from The Nashua Telegraph. You'll find some truly penny-pinching ideas that should get you all the way around the world. But can you do it... Read more on The Nashua Telegraph »
It's time to pack up the car, load the kids in the back, and hit the road. At least that's the plan for thousands of families this Memorial Day weekend. But according to CNBC, these big-time travelers... Read more on CNBC »
Let's face it, traveling costs money. But there are ways you can shave some of the costs, and The Miami Herald offers up a few leads that could put a real vacation within reach. Read more on The Miami Herald »
First you saved money on groceries by learning to use coupons and other smart shopping tricks. Now ABC News wants to help you save money on vacations by adopting similar strategies. Read more on ABC News »
Tired of the canned-sardine aspect of air travel? Be bold, says Clever Dude, and go after a free upgrade to a section of the plane where your knees aren't knocking the seat in front of you. Here... Read more on Clever Dude »
It's a good thing there's so much free advice about finding a cheap summer vacation. As ABC News reports, lodging and transportation prices will be higher this year than last (bye, bye recession), Read more on ABC News »
Suggestions for money-saving summer vacations are already starting to show up on the web. SummerTravel.com has been checking around to find some cool deals and has come up with five cheap summertime... Read more on SmarterTravel.com »
It's hard to know which is the worse deal: a high-price fancy hotel or a dirt-cheap bare-bones motel. But the growing popularity of vacation home rentals gives you a good alternative. SmartMoney.com Read more on SmartMoney.com »
Pity the poor business traveler. As Read more on The New York Times »
If you think you've scored a cheap deal on airline fares, just wait. As ABC News reports, the little extra fees that airlines now charge for luggage, pillows, TV, and well, you name it, add up quickly. Read more on ABC News »
Never mind those hot spots in the cold months. Go for less glitz in the off season. That's the rationale behind this list from The New York Times, which suggests relatively cheap foreign and domestic... Read more on The New York Times »
Planning a vacation is often a challenge, particularly if you're trying to get away on the cheap. So here ceoms ABC7News.com to the rescue with some out-of-the-box suggestions for a vacation that... Read more on ABC7News.com »
We've heard all those stories about how expensive London is. But The Telegraph has found a variety of cheap and free things to do that could help make a trip to this European capital a lot more... Read more on The Telegraph »
Those darn fees. First you think you're getting a cheap deal -- on the airfare, the car rental, the hotel -- and then whammo. The New York Times offers a short crib sheet on what to look for so... Read more on The New York Times »
Here's one way to beat those irritating luggage fees when you fly: ship the bags (or whatever you want to take with you) with services like UPS and FedEx. See what CNN has to say about this idea. Read more on CNN »
If you're planning an overseas trip some time soon, you probably want to read this tip sheet from Bankrate.com. It will help you figure out how to save on those little surprise expenses, like currency... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Thanks to the Great Recession, we've come to expect cheap deals on summertime travel. It's time to move on. The New York Times reports there are still deals to be had, but you have to look a bit... Read more on The New York Times »
Here's the straight-up news about air fares, courtesy of Fox News: By the time you've added in all the extra fees for whatever you need to make the trip more tolerable (like luggage, a sandwich, Read more on Fox News »
Forget the old saying that good things come to those who wait. When it's air fares you're talking about, you've gotta act fast. As USA Today reports, airlines are beginning to offer summer travel... Read more on USA Today »
Yes, it is possible to plan a cheap vacation to a far-off and exotic land. WCIV points you to some deals that will make you forget about all those typical tourist spots. It's time to expand your... Read more on WCIV »
Let's say your dream vacation is to fly around the world. SmarterTravel.com gives you some links and some tips for managing to accomplish this feat on a relatively slim budget, which means, in part, Read more on SmarterTravel.com »
Deals, deals, and more deals. That's what you can expect this summer, reports CNN. Vacationers are looking for bargains, and the industry is responding, even in locations not known for their value... Read more on CNN »
Before you get all excited about the cheap airfares beginning to pop up in the discount airline segment, remember to check the restrictions. The Associated Press has a rundown of some of the best... Read more on Associated Press »
Worried about booking a flight only to find the price has dropped after you've committed? As Abc15.com reports, don't sweat it. There's a website called Yapta.com that will alert you to price changes... Read more on Abc15.com »
Spring may be starting to bloom up north, but families still eager for that end-of-winter get-away will find plenty of bargains in Florida. The New York Daily News offers up a list of 10 cheap destinations... Read more on New York Daily News »
Yes, you can visit San Francisco on the cheap and with a child. The travel reporter for The New York Times gives us a full run-down of his money-saving and child-pleasing adventures. Read more on The New York Times »
If you're planning a trip to Europe this summer, time is not on your side. SmarterTravel.com has been tracking prices to major European capitals, and reports rates have been falling but cautions... Read more on SmarterTravel.com »
Students know a thing or two about cheap travel, and this year that applies to spring break, as well. According to Statepress.com, mid-semester revelers are partying in less pricey, some might say, Read more on Statepress.com »
Got a day to spare? The New York Times has an idea for you: Hop a plane to someplace warm for a refreshing and rejuvenating one-day vacation. In case this sounds a bit over-the-top, remember that... Read more on The New York Times »
Class, listen up: Here are some hot ideas for cool (that is, cheap) getaways for spring break. The Los Angeles Times has a roundup of spots that just might get your mind off those papers that are... Read more on Los Angeles Times »
If you want the inside skinny on why hotel rooms in Las Vegas and cruise ship cabins are so cheap, follow this link to WalletPop. Read more on Wallet Pop »
Figuring out how to make your airline journey cheap and hassle-free is almost a contradiction in terms. A blogpost on the San Franciso Chronicle offers some thoughts on the matter and gives you... Read more on San Francisco Chronicle »
The thought of a quiet beach under clear Caribbean skies sure sounds appealing at this time of year. So check out this article in The Statesman, which suggests five island destinations that just... Read more on The Statesman »
The lure of cheap travel never seems to fade. Indeed, The New York Times often writes about ways to fly on a wing and otherwise lighten the associated financial burden. This piece is no exception, Read more on The New York Times »
Whether you're planning to travel for business or pleasure, finding the cheapest fare can be competitive sport or a nightmare. The New York Times reviews several meta-search sites that help you... Read more on The New York Times »
Spring break is just around the corner, so if you're looking for a cheap vacation spot that's not too far from home, check out these suggestions from SmartTravel.com. But don't delay -- many deals... Read more on SmartTravel.com »
Ever wonder why it costs more to fly to and from certain airports than others, even when the total distance is about the same? ABC News has some answers that shed a bit of light on the confusing... Read more on ABC News »
Planning a trip this spring? Don't be surprised to see airline fares creeping higher and lodging costs edging lower. Hunh? FoxNews explains it all, and then suggests some destinations where you... Read more on Fox News »
Kids love Mickey and all the Disney magic. Parents shudder at the cost of a trip to the Magic Kingdom. So, MSNBC offers up its travel guru to help you plan a visit that just might keep you smiling. Read more on MSNBC »
"Flying is a pain. We all know that. The insane security demands, those preposterous bag fees. It's gotten out of control. So the least the airlines can do is let us fly for cheap, right? And many times... Read more on ABC News »
Going overseas is no excuse not to stay in touch --especially now that international calls with mobile devices are so cheap. Read this article from The New York Times and you'll find some sweet... Read more on The New York Times »
Remember those cheap travel deals that we so enjoyed last year? Well, it's 2010 now and those days are long gone. But The New York Times has pulled together a list of strategies to help frugal travelers... Read more on The New York Times »
The bargains may be too enticing to pass up. Airfare and hotel rates falling through the floor, no crowds to fend off, so why not vacation the first week of the new year? Because, according to an article... Read more on The Washington Post »
If you're a savvy online shopper, you already know that prices differ from website to website. Now ABC News reminds us that the cost of plane tickets also varies from site to site (as do flight... Read more on ABC News »
Travel deals seem to have come and gone faster than you can actually take that vacation. But SG Gate says you've still got some low-cost options, and several lesser-known web sites will help you... Read more on SFGate »
Leisure travelers will have much to revel about as the new year begins. Industry analysts are predicting another year of falling prices and special deals, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. Read more on Philadelphia Inquirer »
There's good news and bad news for Thanksgiving travelers this year. Hotel rates are cheaper now than they were last year, The Los Angeles Times reports, but airfare will be higher during that travel-intense... Read more on The Los Angeles Times »
The Caribbean is proving to be this winter's hot spot. Forget all those stories you've been reading about higher airfares -- The New YOrk Times is reporting a flurry of cheap tickets to those lovely... Read more on The New York Times »
Clicking around to find the best air fare can be such a hassle. So WGRZ.com is giving us an early holiday present by pointing us to a site that finds the best discounts out there and even helps... Read more on WGRZ.com »
