Budget does not mean cheap! I’ve said it many times, and I will say it again. Budget means value. When grocery shopping, I compare prices to get the best value for my dollar. Sometimes, I buy store brand. It’s often the cheapest, and if it tastes just as good as the name brand, it’s a great value. … [Read more...]
4 easy tips to save for vacation
This post contains affiliate links and links to outside businesses. Traveling to and from Louisiana last week, I met lots of neat people. When they learned I write about families who travel on a budget, many shared that they wished they could travel, but had no money for it. With these 4 easy tips … [Read more...]
The great travel insurance debate continues
One of the top three questions readers ask is, "Should we get travel insurance?" Spending money on insurance when it could be used for the vacation itself makes this expenditure a tough choice. Of course, for people over 65, travel insurance plans make more sense due to chronic illnesses that can … [Read more...]
Souvenir Shopping? Think memorable moments!
In my last post offering money saving vacation tips, I boldly stated that souvenir shops are a waste of money because tourist driven gift shops offer seriously over-priced, poor quality goods designed to tug at my emotions... Don't believe me? Check this out! Popular sea shell necklaces at … [Read more...]
6 Money Saving Vacation Tips
What's the meaning of vacation? For most of us, vacation means family time away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Or something like that. When I was growing up, vacations didn't mean resorts, cruises or exotic destinations. Most often, we went camping -- spending long hours chatting at … [Read more...]
Travel Insurance… Is it worth it?
Vacation. Time to relax, rejuvenate and reconnect with loved ones. We hate to think about illness and injury -- they just don't fit in with our concept of vacation. But, accidents happen. People get sick. When traveling, especially internationally or during peak holiday season, travel insurance … [Read more...]
How to CRUISE for FREE!
My phone beeps... another text. "We need to go on vacation together. SOON!" I laugh. I get this message a lot. A year ago nobody invited me on vacation. My travel secrets were safely tucked away in my brain... only my family knew we traveled well. On a tiny budget! Now, I get invited to … [Read more...]
6 Tips to Save on Hotels this Summer
When I plan a trip, I want to know I got a great deal. The number of online hotel booking sites available today make the decision-making even harder, but there are definitely ways to save on hotels and guarantee a great deal for your summer getaway. How to save on hotels this summer 1. Look at … [Read more...]
Consumer Reports Travel Card Report
I'm always on the lookout for money savers, and that includes the best money saving credit cards for travelers. Consumer Reports recently reported the best credit cards for wise travelers... I don't want to keep all that wisdom to myself, so here you go! When does Consumer Reports suggest using an … [Read more...]
Earn Cash Back on Your Next Vacation
Happy Family Vacation Scenario #1 Booked vacation on Orbitz. Enjoyed a wonderful vacation. Happy Family Vacation Scenario #2 Booked vacation on Orbitz. Enjoyed a wonderful vacation. Came home and received a BIG FAT CHECK from Ebates . Wait a minute….what’s Ebates, and … [Read more...]
