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5 Ways to Save on Your Next Disney World Vacation

Posted In:  family  travel
Yikes! Disney World recently raised its admission rates, from $79 to $82 for adults, and from $68 to $74 for a child under 10 years of age. That’s per day! With the economy struggling, many families are looking at that and wondering, how can a family afford a Disney vacation without breaking the bank? The answer lies in these money-saving suggestions.
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Road Travel Food on a Budget: 13 Great Tips

Weekend warrior or weeklong wandering, road trips are great low-budget getaways. Here are some tips to keep your stomachs from growling and your wallet from emptying...and don't worry, I'm not going to tell you to try road kill!  Read the rest...



Save Money on Air Travel This Summer

Posted In:  travel

Planning a vacation this summer? Is your vacation hotspot going to be just a little too far to drive? Money is tight and you want to spend your hard earned cash when you get there, rather than on how you get there. To many, it seems like the the airlines are charging outlandish fee. The must be better ways to go about finding the best deals on airfare. You can travel this summer without breaking the bank or the budget. Here's how.

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7 great tips for saving on car rentals

Posted In:  automotive  travel

Whether you are planning to go on vacation or traveling for another reason,  you probably want to rent a car for the convenience and privacy it offers, as opposed to public transportation. You'll get the most value for your rental car by using discounts and promotional codes, and by making some smart choices. Here are seven ways you can save on your next rental car.Read the rest...



Save Money On Hotel Stays

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Finding a great deal on hotel rates can make or break a vacation budget. The same can be true for the business traveler who has to stay within a per diem or pay extra money out-of-pocket.
Regardless of the reason behind your stay, everyone wants to find an affordable rate in a quality hotel to ensure their night is not spent tossing and turning over the price. In this economy saving money is more important than ever. Consider the following money saving tips before booking your next hotel room.Read the rest...



Vacations Rentals: Cheaper than a hotel?

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 Mom, Dad, three kids and a minivan. A week in Orlando to visit all the attractions. Five people crammed into one hotel room. The nightly battle over which fast food restaurant to go to for dinner. Quel nightmare. 

You would rent a beach house for your summer vacation, right? Why not rent a house or condo when you take any other trip? Disney. The Grand Canyon. New York City. 

If you have a reasonably large group—be it family, friends, a reunion—consider the merits of renting a house instead of several hotel rooms. The actual lodging cost may be similar or less, but additional savings can be had with other expenses. Read the rest...



Budget Getaways - Six Tips

Posted In:  travel

Taking a vacation does not have to be a major expense. There are plenty of ways to save money and still be able to get away and have fun. Even if you decide to have a "staycation," there are still plenty of ways to make it unique and enjoyable for the whole family.

The first thing that you want to do, so that you don't regret the vacation is to figure out a budget. You need to know how much money you actually have to work with - without blowing your budget for the next couple of months. Read the rest...



Save Money with Off-Season Vacations

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Even though you may not have been able to take the vacation you wanted this summer, it is still possible that you may be able to take one. By going with off-season prices, you may be able to get the vacation of your dreams - for much less than most other people paid. You can save money on your next vacation with a little knowledge and a little research.
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Save Money on Vacations and Traveling.

Posted In:  travel

Whether its just you, a group of friends, or the whole family, chances are a vacation would be great right now. Don't let the downfall of the economy restrict you from taking it easy for a few days to revive your spirits. So long as vacations are well planned with a budget in mind, and kept free of any impulse purchases, it is possible to get away from it all without breaking the bank.Read the rest...



One Ticket for the Price of Two?

Posted In:  travel  News and Opinion

 I'm an occasional air traveler these days, but I have had the uncomfortable experience on occasion to sit next on extremely overweight fellow traveler. It is very uncomfortable because the other guy is always apologizing for intruding on my "space"and I keep looking at my watch and can not wait for the adventure to end when the plane lands.
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