Posted June 23, 2009 - 12:17 by Thursday Bram
Frugal Living
When it comes to traveling through Europe, there's a lot to be said for taking the train. With just a little planning, you can see five or six countries in just a week — and for a price that doesn't break the bank. And if you are interested in extended travel — or live the digital nomad lifestyle — you can travel around the whole of Europe for a fraction of the cost of plane tickets or car rentals. These tips can get you started in the right direction to do just that.
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Posted June 19, 2009 - 19:22 by Andrea Dickson
Personal Finance
Doing less for a better lawn, married money, backpacking prep, productivity for everything, how to drive like an idiot while you can still afford to, the gold mines you can find at a garage sale, and more.
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Posted May 27, 2009 - 10:24 by Elizabeth Sanberg
Food and Drink
While traveling in Argentina for 3 months, I visited Rosario, an off-the-tourist-path but major metropolitan city. There while enjoying a deliciously cheap lunch ($5 U.S. buys an appetizer, entree, dessert, and drink), I learned how Argentinians enjoy mediocre house wine.
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Posted April 7, 2009 - 12:30 by Elizabeth Sanberg
Lifestyle
I’ve noticed a rise in the “anti-stuff” movement. Have less. Buy less. Spend less. Need less. While this is dandy for some, I’ve survived with “less” for the last 7 months and, honestly, I’ve grown sick it. Since September when I quit my job to travel, I have gotten by on very little. We sold or gave away all of our furniture and non-essential items. I believe in having less stuff, but I’m beginning to miss all the old stuff that I had.
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Posted March 2, 2009 - 14:51 by Will Chen
Lifestyle, Art and Leisure
For this entire week 3/2 - 3/8, travel expert Beth Whitman will be answering questions in our forum about budget traveling and cost-conscious dining! As the founder and editor of the excellent traveling magazine Wanderlust and Lipstick, I'm sure Beth has tons of great tips on how to have frugal fun while expanding your horizons.
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Posted February 12, 2009 - 05:22 by David DeFranza
Frugal Living, Lifestyle
Here at Wise Bread, we know that couch-sharing services, such as Couch Surfing, can save you money when traveling. As good as this sounds, many have reservations about hosting strangers in their home. After all, house guests can be frustrating, expensive, and even dangerous. But it doesn't have to be this way. Here are some tips to help make hosting travelers safer, easier, and even cheaper.
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Posted November 26, 2008 - 21:04 by David DeFranza
Frugal Living, Lifestyle
Whether it's an unplanned layover, a means of making an early flight, or simply an attempt to save money on accommodation, the season of sleeping in airports is upon us. I know, I am doing it. With a little planning and preparation, your next night in the airport can be fun and comfortable. I promise.
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Posted September 15, 2008 - 04:10 by David DeFranza
Frugal Living, Food and Drink
Self-catering while traveling is an excellent way to save money. However, cooking on the road poses a whole set of problems and challenges that can seem impossible to overcome. These challenges have put me on the lookout for simple, good, food that can be cooked with a minimal number of widely available ingredients, and prepared in variable portions. Here are five easy recipes for the traveling chef:
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Posted August 15, 2008 - 21:50 by Carrie Kirby
Art and Leisure
If watching the Olympics has piqued your appetite for travel in China, don't despair: After the airfare, you can see a lot of sights in this country for not a lot of coin -- if you avoid the tourism industry.
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Posted August 11, 2008 - 07:25 by Paul Michael
Deals and Coupons, Consumer Affairs, Technology, Deals, Coupons, Freebies
Sweet deal. Circuit City is currently offering a very handy Nexxtech Laptop Travel Kit for $39.99, which comes with a $40 mail-in rebate. If you're someone constantly on the move or just need some back-up equipment, this is a great kit at a price you can't beat.
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