Travel

  • 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…

  • 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 spectrum of flavors to uncover. Those who know where to…

  • 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 group travel, which typically consists of 10 or more like-minded…

  • 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 up for rent online when they’re out of town. As…

  • 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 fresh treats, these 15 farms across the country offer a…

  • 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 practice daredevil maneuvers, stroll through lush gardens, explore history before…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 11 Ways to Catch Football Games for Less

    The average non-premium NFL ticket cost $84.43 last season, according to Team Marketing Report, up 4.2 percent from 2013. Want to catch a playoff game or the Super Bowl in…

  • 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…

  • Cheap Holiday Travel: How Early Should You Book?

    Whether you’re planning to head home for the holidays, visit family, or take a vacation, the question of when to lock in cheap holiday airfare is always a hot topic.…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Finding the Best Roadside Assistance Plan

    AAA may be the best-known provider of roadside assistance, with more than 50 million members, but it has plenty of competition. Numerous insurance firms, automakers, oil companies, and even cellphone…

  • 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…

  • 10 Tips for the Ultimate Summer Staycation

    Everyone deserves a break from the daily grind, whether it’s an all-out excursion to somewhere tropical or some low-key vacation time. In a recent survey commissioned by FatWallet, 81 percent…

  • Beyond Greece: 5 Travel Tips for Places Where Money Gets Tricky

    With the Greek economy in crisis, travelers to the country face an uncertain situation. Although they aren’t under the same limitation as locals, who can withdraw only 60 euros a…

  • Don’t Get Ripped Off: 10 Tips for Bargaining Abroad

    Shopping for the local specialties is often one of the highlights of foreign travel. Each culture has its own pricing traditions, many involving haggling and discounting, and it’s always a…