Travel
6 Great Ways to Save on Holiday Travel
B.T. Ballenger on November 11, 2011
Holiday flights can be expensive and a major cheer-kill. Find out how to lower the stress and the cost of getting to your friends and family for the holidays.
The Agriturismo Experience: An Affordable Vacation on an Italian Farm
Jason Steele on November 1, 2011
Italian vacations are among the most romantic. But who can afford them nowadays? You can, if you think with your stomach and not just your heart.
6 Ways to Keep Airlines from Losing Your Bags – and 4 Tips if it Happens Anyway
Jason Steele on October 26, 2011
While you are powerless to prevent lost or damaged baggage, there is something you can do to make sure that your bags are eventually found or repaired, and that you are properly reimbursed.
9 Low-Stress and Low-Cost Ways to Fly With Your Toddler
Jason Steele on November 7, 2012
Traveling with your young children doesn’t have to be an ordeal. The trick is in the preparation – and learning from other parents who have been there.
Airlines Have Terrible Search Engines For Frequent Flier Awards – and I Love It
Jason Steele on October 19, 2011
The domestic airlines don’t always make it easy for you to redeem your frequent flier miles – especially on international flights. But let me share my secret way around the problem.
4 More Ways to Stay at Premium Hotels Without Paying a Premium
Jason Steele on October 11, 2011
Follow these rules, and you’ll be able to stay in a luxury hotel at discount prices – or even free.
Why Your Credit Card Might Not Work in Europe
Jason Steele on October 6, 2011
The United States is a great country – but not so great when it comes to the latest credit card technology. Europe has us beat, and that can spell trouble for American tourists.
Why You Should Say No to These Rental Car Sales Pitches
Jason Steele on October 4, 2011
Renting a car is simple and cheap. But those counter employees sure make it tough to decline the up-sells and upgrades. Here’s why you should.
Fly or Drive? 9 Factors to Consider
B.T. Ballenger on October 3, 2011
Fall is a popular time to travel, but the best way to go may surprise you. For a family, even a trip of several hundred miles might be cheaper to drive, while a solo traveler may be better off flying. But price isn’t the only factor to consider.
An Italian Vacation That’s Different and Cheaper
Jason Steele on September 29, 2011
Sure, you can see the Roman ruins in Italy, but that can ruin your budget. So what about a trip to the northern half of the country? Fighting fewer crowds means spending less cash.
6 Ways to Save Money on Overseas Cell Phone Calls
Jason Steele on September 27, 2011
Traveling out of the country is expensive enough without paying outrageous roaming fees. Here are a few hacks for cheap roaming while traveling.
4 Reasons I’m Done Booking Online Flights
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 23, 2011
The Internet is indispensable for everything from shopping to keeping up with the news. But there’s one thing it’s horrible for: booking a plane ticket. That’s OK. I’ve found a better way.
4 Reasons to Try Google Flights
B.T. Ballenger on September 20, 2011
There are a lot of variables in getting the best airfare, and comparison sites use different methods to hunt for them. But Google’s new tool has a smart approach that’s worth a look.
6 Tips to Using Airline Credit Cards
LowCards.com on September 16, 2011
If you have a credit card that earns you frequent flier miles, you got to know about the “gotchas” that can keep you grounded.
6 Tips for Safer Pet Travel
B.T. Ballenger on September 9, 2011
Traveling with your pet can be fun, but there are additional safety factors to consider. Check out these tips to keep you and your furry pal safe.
6 Reasons Frugal Travelers Sit in Business Class
Jason Steele on September 6, 2011
When you board an airplane and stroll by business class on your way to your economy seat, don’t be misled: Some of those folks paid about the same price as you did.
5 Things Pilots Know About Air Travel That You Don’t
Jason Steele on August 30, 2011
I thought I was a savvy airline traveler who knew all the tricks of the trade. But then I became a pilot – and learned just how much I didn’t know.
10 Ways to Have Insanely Cheap End-of-Summer Fun
Donna Freedman on December 19, 2011
Summer’s almost over, but you can savor the rest of the season for only a few bucks.
Hidden Secrets of the Airlines’ Frequent Flier Awards
Jason Steele on August 18, 2011
Airlines are just like people – some are generous, some are cheap. Learning their personalities can save your frequent-flier miles.
5 Alternatives to the High Price of an Airport Lounge Pass
Jason Steele on August 10, 2011
You’ve seen the signs in the terminal for airport lounges. Maybe you’ve wondered if they’re worth the price. Answer: not usually.
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