Accommodation Savings
How House Sitting Gets You Free Accommodation Almost Anywhere
The first time someone told me they were staying a month in a townhouse near the canals in Amsterdam for the price…
Latest Articles
Accommodation Savings
Travel Tips & Planning
Shoulder Season Travel: The Sweet Spot Between Crowds and Closures
The cheapest week I ever spent in Italy was the one everybody told me to avoid. Not high summer, when the Amalfi…
Saving Money When You Travel
How Overnight Trains Save You a Whole Hotel Night
The first time I booked a sleeper train, I did it for the wrong reason. I thought it sounded romantic. What I…
Family Travel on a Budget
Cheap Ski Vacations: Hit the Slopes Without the Markup
Ski vacations have a reputation for being expensive, and at Vail or Aspen that reputation is entirely earned. But skiing doesn't require Vail or Aspen. Here's how to plan a ski trip that delivers the mountain without the mountain of debt.
Saving Money When You Travel
Cheap Airport Lounge Access Without a $550 Premium Card
Airport lounges are quieter, have real food, and make a long layover or a delayed flight considerably more bearable. Most people assume they require a premium card or first-class ticket. Several of them don't.
Budget Planning & Strategy
How to Travel Free With Credit Card Points: Starter Guide
Using credit card points to travel free sounds like something that requires a spreadsheet and a dedication most people don't have. It doesn't. Here's the version that works without turning it into a part-time job.
