Category Archives: Family Travel on a Budget

Mar 19

Save Money on Group Travel Deals

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Whether you're planning a girlfriend getaway or a tour package for your church group, getting the best possible rates is important. All-inclusive travel deals are among the best options for traveling with a group. There's no worry about leaving group members out of activities when everything is paid for in one lump sum. Not sure where to start? These suggestions can help start your planning process. Best Tips for Budget Group Travel Skip the Hotel Instead of booking hotel rooms for the group, dig a little deeper and find an affordable vacation house for rent near your destination. Renting a house for your vacation is extravagant when you're on your own, but traveling with a group can Read more [...]
Mar 11

Top Family Spring Break Vacation Deals

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The kids may be dreaming of Disney, but big amusement parks aren't exactly wallet-friendly. Even worse, these popular destinations tend to be crowded and uncomfortable. If you'd rather spend your kid-time playing than waiting in line, we've got a handful of kid-friendly and budget-friendly destinations that you and your kids will love. Check these out for this year's spring break. Cape Cod You don't have to wait until summer to visit the Cape. Many hotels and resorts are open year round, and the rates in the off-season can be extremely attractive. Among our favorite family destinations any time of year is Plymouth, Massachusetts. While not strictly speaking a part of the Cape, Plymouth Read more [...]
Jun 05

The Best Travel Deals Websites

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DIY travel has become a way of life for today's savvy vacationers. Travel deals websites are invaluable tools to help businessmen and vacationers find cheap airfares, budget hotel rooms and discount rental cars, but there are new travel websites popping up daily. Check out this list of nearly 30 websites that can help you score cheap travel deals. Cheap Airfares Kayak.com (http://www.kayak.com) Heavily advertised with amusing scenarios, Kayak.com is THE place to find the best airline ticket prices and cheap airfares. Unlike many other sites that are tied to airlines, Kayak searches and fetches airfares from hundreds of online sources. Kayak offers a couple of little extras that put it Read more [...]
Jun 05

All-Inclusive Resort Vacations on a Budget

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Looking for a cheap way to vacation? All-inclusive resort vacations may seem expensive on the surface, but they can save you serious money when all is said and done. If you choose wisely, you can even find some great bargains, like these 10 all inclusive budget resort vacation destinations, all at under $100 per person per night. All-inclusive resorts aren't just for honeymooners, either. These days, resort vacations are highly recommended for family travel, both economically and for the sake of convenience. What to Expect: Each of these 10 budget resort destinations includes a double room, three meals, drinks and activities. You'll pay one price to cover it all – with the exception of Read more [...]
Jun 05

How to Pack for Air Travel

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Packing is an ordeal that most travelers hate, but you can make it easier if you know a few tricks that savvy travelers use. While some travelers over-pack, stuffing enough gear and clothing to take them two weeks when they're only going for a weekend, others manage to forget even the most vital of basics, like passports and their daily medicine. With air travel prices flying higher than the planes, these air travel packing tips can help you save money while complying with all TSA and other security rules. Pack It Right No one wants to look a wrinkled mess in an out-of-town meeting or when setting out to see the sights in an exotic city – but the wrong packing method can leave you with Read more [...]