Destinations
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50 Budget-Friendly Boutique Hotels Across the Country
Travelers often settle for chain hotels with generic decor and not much in the way of character or amenities. The kind of distinctive lodging described as a “boutique hotel,” typically a privately owned, one-of-a-kind inn with less than 150 guest…
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20 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Palm Springs
The famed desert resort city of Palm Springs in Southern California doesn’t exactly have a reputation for budget travel. It’s ritzy and glitzy — a hot, almost relentlessly sunny getaway for the rich and famous. But there are free and…
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10 Tips for Doing the Rio Olympics on a Budget
Rio de Janeiro is South America’s most visited city, with upward of 2 million international tourists a year. Add in the Summer Olympics and tourism is sure to explode in 2016. Vacation rental bookings for non-hotel lodgings during the 2014…
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When to Hit 10 Top Vacation Destinations for Big Savings
Even a typically expensive travel destination can be within reach for budget travelers at the right time of year. TripAdvisor Vacation Rentals tracks the going rate for two-bedroom accommodation as a reflection of demand in popular locales. Read on for…
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35 Great Hikes to Take in 2016
Follow through on a New Year’s resolution to get in shape and enjoy the outdoors by planning a few hikes in 2016. It’s cheaper and far more rewarding than toiling away in a gym or lazing away at a resort.…
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10 Rock Climbing Gyms to Conquer Nationwide
Some indoor rock-climbing gyms cater to children celebrating birthday parties or company team-building retreats. Gyms for serious climbers can be much more exciting. Even the ones with the toughest routes have beginner-friendly areas and rent out harnesses, shoes, chalk, and…
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15 Farms to Visit for Classic Fall Fun
Nothing sets the mood for autumn quite like a visit to a farm. Whether the appeal is pick your-own apples and pumpkins, introducing the kids to farm animals, or enjoying…
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Cheap or Free Museums in All 50 States
You don’t need a fat wallet to enjoy some of the best museums in the country and soak up exhibits ranging from refined to frankly quirky. See the Blue Angels…
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12 Affordable Boat Adventures in Asia
Traveling by boat in Asia can offer a glimpse of old traditions, insight into a unique way of life, access to a hard-to-reach locale, or a new perspective on a…
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13 Unusual Fall Festivals for Budget Travelers
In some parts of the world, fall is a season of color, warmth, and comfort before the onset of the cold, barren winter. In others, autumn marks the end of…
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20 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Berlin
Reunited, eclectic, resilient — Berlin is one of the liveliest and yet historically fraught cities in the world. There are plenty of budget-friendly things to do and see in this…
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11 Cheap and Free Museums for the Whole Family
A day at the museum can be a relaxing and educational outing for a family, but many have entrance fees of $15 or more per person, even for children, and…
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25 Free and Cheap Things to Do in London
London can be an expensive place to visit, especially for Americans, who get only 65 pence to the dollar. But there are so many cheap or free things to do…
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12 World-Class Hotels Under $100 a Night
Want to stay in luxury hotels around the world without blowing your whole vacation budget? It’s entirely possible — depending on where you go and how discerning you are in…
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Top 13 Regions for Value Wines Around the World
It’s no secret among wine connoisseurs that certain regions stand out for the exceptional value of their wines. With a little bit of guidance and insider info, you too can…
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Cheers on the Cheap: 25 Happy Hours in LA
Los Angeles is a fun city with a lively eating and drinking scene, and if you know where to look, you can partake on the cheap. While many places charge…
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10 Fascinating Places for Urban Explorers
“Urban exploration” means discovering and investigating abandoned urban locations. These secret places are often forgotten, always interesting, and offer a unique window onto the history of a neighborhood or a…
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How to Find Free Summer Concerts in 15 Cities
After a brutal winter, it’s time to get outside and enjoy the warm weather. Many cities across the country are happy to accommodate by hosting free and cheap concerts, shows,…
