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Choosing A Travel Sheet - One Crucial Feature You Won't Be Able to Live Without!

Not all sleeping bag liners are created equal. If you can't stand the thought of being trapped in a narrow fabric sleeve, read on to find the best travel sheet out there.

Packing/Gear, Travel Tips

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40+ Best Travel Gift Ideas for 2025

Frequent travelers, backpackers in particular, are very choosy about their gear! From high quality equipment, to easy gadgets. here are some great gift ideas for budget travelers, frequent flyers, or just those simply wanting more comfort when they travel!

Packing/Gear, Travel Tips

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At-Home COVID Test for International Travel - Returning to the US

Fast, easy, and cheaper than the other options available! Save time and money next time you travel by using and at-home COVID test to travel back to the United States.

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House Sitting for Travel - A Beginner's Take
Costa Rica, Indonesia

Something I didn't intend on getting into, it seems like a no-brainer for a budget traveler; house sit for a free place to stay! It's great so far but I can see some pitfalls.

How to Travel Cheap, My Adventures, Personal Reflections, Travel Tips

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Use Your Hand to to Calculate Sunset Time

All you have to do is count your fingers to know approximately what time the sun will set!

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Tips for Surviving the Tropics

Stepping aside from the idyllic photos, the warmer climates have their downfalls; from falling coconuts, to the heat, to nasty stinging things. Have a look at these tips before you head to your next tropical destination!

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Top 5 Ways to Save Money While Travelling

Shed those expensive vacation habits and start traveling on a budget of less than $40/day!

Getting Started, How to Travel Cheap, Travel Tips

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How to Search for Longer Term Budget Accommodation
Costa Rica

What's the best way to find budget lodging? Here's how I go about my searches and how I find great deals on some wonderful little rentals for under $20/night when staying more than a week.

Destinations, Travel Tips

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Planning Your Trip (Part 1) Deciding Where to Go, with Whom, and When

"I'm ready for budget travel! What are my first steps?" Here's how to get your trip in motion.

Getting Started, Travel Tips

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Planning Your Trip (Part 2) Prepare, Pack, and Go!

You've decided when and where to go, now it's time to get into the real preparation for your trip!

Getting Started, Travel Tips

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What Are the Best Travel Snacks?!

Taking a bit of food with you when you travel not only saves money, but there are times you'll be so grateful you have something familiar to eat! Here's a list of some easy snacks to pack from home.

Food, Packing/Gear, Travel Tips

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Mosquitoes 101: Your Guide to Bite-Free Travel

New to world travel? Here are some serious tips to get you ahead in the mosquito game!

Leaves and Critters, Travel Tips

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What Exactly is Travel Clothing and Why Bother Buying It?

Bringing the right type of clothing can make traveling so much easier and more comfortable! Here are the best types of clothing and fabrics to use when creating your travel wardrobe.

Packing/Gear, Travel Tips

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How to Keep Cool Traveling In Hot Humid Climates

Don't we love our tropical destinations! But the heat, the humidity! Being too hot can drag you down and ruin any trip. Follow these tips to make the heat much more bearable.

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10 Smart and Easy Travel Safety Tips

"An ounce of prevention...." they say. You don't have to be paranoid, just be smart and you'll be less likely to fall victim to travel-related crime.

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How to Wash Your Clothes While Traveling Light

Because you have such a small wardrobe, doing laundry by hand in your hotel is a regular part of traveling. There are some tricks for drying them, too.

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Understanding Buddy Pass Standby Travel

Using airline employee benefit passes is risky but can be a great way to save money and gain flexibility with your travel. It's important to know the details before you commit.

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Easiest Destinations for First Time Budget Travelers

Wondering where to begin? Whether traveling solo or with a buddy, first timers or not, these destinations are best for easy budget travel.

Getting Started, Travel Tips

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What is Budget Travel?

You'll hear many serious travelers talk about the difference between vacationing and travelling, exploring, wandering whatever you want to call it. In short, on a vacation, you are a tourist whereas a traveler strives to do as the locals do.

Getting Started, How to Travel Cheap, Travel Tips

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The Process for Creating Your Perfect Travel Capsule Wardrobe

Most advice is about what types of things to pack, but let's go over how to narrow it down to a functional minimalist wardrobe that will work for you.

Packing/Gear, Travel Tips

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Haggling For Newbies

Oh the art, the fun, the pain in the ass of bargaining every time you want to buy something!

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Tricks to Getting Your Carry-On, On

Worried your carry-on bag is too big or too heavy? Here are a few tricks that can help keep you from having to pay big $$ to check a bag.

Packing/Gear, Travel Tips

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Travel Faux Pas - Things to Avoid Doing as a Traveler

Standard travel etiquette is not all common sense. Sometimes you simply need to adapt to the c ....

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Essential Toilet Tips for Foreign Travel

Obeying nature's call when you're traveling can yield some interesting results! Be prepared with some basics on how the rest of the world does it.

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Packing Light - Highlights on How to Pack Small

Still wondering how on earth you get all your stuff into one carry-on? Here are some basic tactics for packing light.

Packing/Gear, Travel Tips

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How to Speak Broken English

English is usually the common language you'll find to speak with both fellow travelers and with locals. But be polite and put effort into speaking in a way that others can understand you!

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Ubiquitous Things - Phrases, Food, and More

The world is a wide and varied place but there are a few things you can count on wherever you go.

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Common Travel Scams to Watch Out For

Particularly as budget travelers, you are visiting poorer countries. Countries where the local people can benefit greatly by get ....

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Deciding to Take Your First Budget Adventure

It might take a bit of faith for your first trip, but it's so much easier and more rewarding than you might think.

Getting Started, How to Travel Cheap, Travel Tips

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Packing 101

Having just the right things with you in one lightweight bag will make your trip so much more enjoyable.

Getting Started, Packing/Gear, Travel Tips

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How Can I Afford to Travel So Much?

There is absolutely no reason to spend a fortune in order to travel. Some people spend money on an expensive car, some on concerts or designer clothes. I spend my money on budget travel.

How to Travel Cheap, Travel Tips

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The Undergarment Strategy

Panties, undies, knickers, pants, boxers, shorts ... How to get by with just a few pair while traveling.

Packing/Gear, Travel Tips

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Pre-Departure Travel Checklist

You're bound to forget something! But make sure you have a few essentials taken care of before you leave and you will travel with an easy mind.

Getting Started, Travel Tips

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Be Careful ... Be Respectful ... Have Fun!!!

Basic tips for a successful journey

Getting Started, Travel Tips

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7 Tips for Vegetarian Travelers

Everyone has their own line. Keeping that line in place while traveling, well now that's the interesting part.

Food, Travel Tips

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Using Your Phone While Travelling Internationally

FREE international calls, texting and video chat, local SIM cards, offline maps. The basics of how to use your phone while traveling.

Technology, Travel Tips

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