We took a close look at people’s vacations — what their trips cost and what they chose to spend on for travels both near and far.
Category: Budget Travel
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How Much Did You Spend on Your Family Vacation?
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12 Ways to Save on Family Spring Break Travel
The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:Like everything else these days, the cost of a family vacation is rising. With spring break season upon us, here’s how to keep costs under control.
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Going Once, Going Twice: How to Bid on a First-Class Seat
The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:Fliers on some airlines can upgrade at a discounted rate to avoid what could be a cramped flight. With some cruise ships and even Amtrak getting in on the act, is bidding up worth it?
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Our Top Travel Stories, Tips and Photos From 2022
The New York Times – Travel:Long-postponed trips sometimes fizzled into staycations as Covid lurked and costs rose. But when we were finally able to travel, we were dazzled anew.
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Love or Leave Winter, On the Cheap
The New York Times – Travel:Whether you embrace the chill or want to flee it, save on your next vacation with these 10 tips for affordable cold-weather travel.
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Airbnb Will Make Cleaning Fees More Transparent for Travelers
The New York Times – Travel:Cleaning fees and checkout requirements, often hidden until checkout, have been a source of frustration for users. The company said it was changing its policy to include them earlier in a search.
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As Dollar Strengthens, U.S. Students in Europe Feel the Benefits
The New York Times – Travel:The pound and the euro are trading at decades-long lows against the dollar. For American students abroad, that has made weekend trips, dinners and theater tickets (somewhat) less of a splurge.
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Savoring Oregon’s Wine Country, No Driving Required
The New York Times – Travel:In the Willamette Valley, public transportation takes you to McMinnville, where you can walk to one, or all, of its nearly 20 tasting rooms.
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When Is the Best Time to Book Holiday Travel?
The New York Times – Travel:Avoid New York City, Orlando and Las Vegas. Consider Lisbon, Athens or Dublin for Thanksgiving, and stay home for Christmas, when travel costs will be the highest in five years.
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Thrifty Strategies for Senior Travelers
The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:Not all age-related deals are equal. Here are some perks to look for and pitfalls to avoid, along with tips on how to stretch your budget.
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Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck While Traveling Overseas
The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:The strong American dollar is the upside of a volatile economy. For U.S. travelers headed abroad, that may help make up for the rising cost of travel.