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Thrifty Thursday: Get 10% (or more) Off Select Organized Tours

By on April 26, 2012 in Australia, Thrifty Travel

Last week, Katrina shared how she saved thousands on a Kumuka tour just by shopping around and diligently doing her homework before finally finding a tour reseller with a big sale. Yes, it did seem like a lot of time and effort – something we all might not have or want to put in to the search – but there is a quick and easy way to at least save 10% off a tour without much effort at all.

April 26, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 1 }
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Thrifty Thursday: Save Hundreds (or Thousands) on Tours by Shopping Around

By on April 19, 2012 in Thrifty Travel

I am a solo female traveler. As such, I completely understand that it is not everyone’s idea of a holiday/ adventure experience, but I feel more comfortable and safe when traveling as part of an organized tour. I found the tour I wanted, but being a thrifty traveler, I didn’t pay full price and here’s how I did it.

April 19, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 8 }
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Thrifty Thursday: How I Save (at least) 50 Euro Per Day in Europe

By on March 29, 2012 in Thrifty Travel

This Thrifty Thursday post has been written by Jo Karnaghan, a woman that likes to travel comfortably but save money where she can. I like this post because it shows that saving money on travel doesn’t have to come from one place, but can actually add up from many small things.

March 29, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 7 }
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How I Scored 2 Peak-season International Tickets for $300: Part 2 – Reward Burn

By on February 23, 2012 in Thrifty Travel

Now for part 2 of how Cheryl got an amazing flight deal using miles: two international round-trip tickets with a stopover during high season for just $300.

February 23, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }
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How I Scored 2 Peak-season International Tickets for $300: Part 1 – Air Loyalty Programs & Earning

By on February 16, 2012 in Thrifty Travel

Are air loyalty programs a bit of a mystery to you? If so, read this post where Cheryl gives the low-down on choosing the right program and earning those rewards.

February 16, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 8 }
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Why Fly RT When You Can Fly RTW?

By on February 9, 2012 in Australia, Thrifty Travel

International flights from Australia are not cheap, so it makes sense to get more bang for your buck by incorporating several trips into one outing. In this post I explore the Round the World for Less! airfare option through travel.com.au. Bargain? I think so.

February 9, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 8 }
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Thrifty Thursday: Flying Business Class to the Middle of Nowhere for $1500

By on February 3, 2012 in Thrifty Travel

Everyone tells me I should be a travel agent since I find so much joy in finding bargains. Here is a post detailing how I am yet again flying to the middle of nowhere for next to nothing, and being pampered in the process.

February 3, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 13 }
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Thrifty Thursday: One Month of Intensive Russian for Less Than $850

By on January 20, 2012 in Kyrgyzstan, Language Learning, Thrifty Travel

In this post, I break down the numbers involved in taking intensive Russian language lessons in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Even with food, travel and accommodation, the price is no contest. Seriously, have a read and be inspired!

January 20, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 7 }
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Saving Money at the Airport

By on October 15, 2011 in Random, Thrifty Travel

As an international traveler, airports are incredibly hard to avoid, and even harder is avoiding spending money while in them.
It’s like a trap.… Read more Like a sports stadium trap with overpriced hot dogs and beer. Everything always looks so delicious and so tempting, until you fork out the equivalent of a week’s worth of groceries for one simple afternoon snack.

October 15, 2011 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }
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Day 255: Get Your Free Thrifty Travel Tips Ebook

By on September 13, 2011 in Thrifty Travel, Writing

As the title suggests, I have completed the thrifty ebook compilation! This free eBook covers topics ranging from packing and gear to luxury thrifting from some of the best travel bloggers on the market. Hopefully the reading leaves you inspired to be thrifty because you know what they say: A thrifty traveler is a happy traveler!

September 13, 2011 · Read full story · Comments { 15 }