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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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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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Day 146: Thrifty Thursday Recommendations for Keeping It Cheap in Malaysia

By on May 27, 2011 in Malaysia, Thrifty Travel

If you travel Malaysia, you can expect cheap, and cheap is what we love as backpackers! One of my favorite parts of my trip was converting the price tag to a dollar equivalent and relishing the ability to get so much for so little.
But, you can do Malaysia in two ways: ultimate budget or ultimate value for your money.… Read more

May 27, 2011 · Read full story · Comments { 2 }
Day 118: Thrifty Thursday Recommends Moving Back in with the Parents

Day 118: Thrifty Thursday Recommends Moving Back in with the Parents

By on April 29, 2011 in Australia, Thrifty Travel

It’s a wishy-washy, love-it or hate-it tactic to saving money for travels: moving back in with the parents. It’s something that I’m in the process of doing this very second, only we’re moving in with Pat’s parents and not my own.
Since we got all the trips booked to both Malaysia and the USA… Read more to fall within May and

April 29, 2011 · Read full story · Comments { 17 }
Day 111: Thrifty Thursday Recommends Having a Cheap Night Out

Day 111: Thrifty Thursday Recommends Having a Cheap Night Out

By on April 22, 2011 in Food & Drink, Thrifty Travel

Alcohol and travel are like ice cream and cherries; they just seem to go together. However, alcohol is probably one of the quickest and easiest ways for travelers to break their budgets. It’s definitely not a necessary evil, but it is sometimes hard to resist… so what can you do?
Well, here on Thrifty Thursday, I like to point out… Read more

April 22, 2011 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }