Travel
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10 Brewery Tours That Feature Free Craft Beer
Craft breweries have sprung up all across the country, and many give visitors a behind-the-scenes look at where their favorite local brews are made. These 10 popular breweries offer free or low-cost tours — and include free samples as part…
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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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How to Get the Best Deal on the Top Cheap Cruises
Cruises offer the convenience of entertainment, meals, and activities served up while sailing among magnificent destinations. A cruise can be an expensive proposition, but Cheapism.com has narrowed the fleet to four cruise ships with modern amenities, positive reviews from experts…
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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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Don’t Fly Without These 10 Cheap Travel Accessories
Even with the chaos of the holidays dissipating, air travel is rarely hassle-free. It’s typically fraught with crowds and general unpleasantness. To make the experience more comfortable, carry these 10…
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Best Cheap Cruises
The sheer number and variety of cruises on the high seas afford plenty of opportunity for bargain hunters. There are dozens of cruise companies in operation worldwide and most offer…
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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…
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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…
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36 Tasty Places to Eat for Cheap in Chicago
The Windy City has a well-deserved reputation as one of the top foodie-friendly cities in America. From Chicago’s patented hot dogs and pizza to authentic international cuisine, there’s a wide…
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How Group Travel Can Save You Money
Traveling solo or with a friend can be fun, but it can also be expensive. A budget-friendly solution to consider before hitting the road is traveling with a group. Affinity…
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13 Cities Where It Pays to Get in the Vacation Rental Game
Generating passive income by renting out a house or apartment is a dream for many. Even people who can’t afford a rental property or vacation home are putting their places…
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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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Charming, Budget-Friendly B&Bs in All 50 States
It seems that, the fancier the hotel, the more likely there will be charges for Wi-Fi, parking, and other basics. This odd phenomenon doesn’t hold true at bed and breakfasts,…
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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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10 Tips for Booking Cheap Hotels Over the Holidays
Planning to visit family for the holidays, and the guest room is not an option? Now is the time to start looking for cheap holiday accommodations. For those who need…
