Hoi An has become our favorite destination in Central Vietnam, if not all of Southeast Asia. Its old world charm, recognized with a UNESCO World Heritage designation, variety of restaurant options, and full moon lantern festivals draw visitors from around the world to this unique port town. While tourism does overwhelm certain parts of Hoi…
While most of our yearly Hawaii trips are to Oahu to visit family, we’ve enjoyed a couple amazing vacations to Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. In this post, we’ll share some of the best things to do in Kona Hawaii for free or low cost. As budget travelers ourselves, we know Hawaii is…
Welcome to our guide to preparing for a budget trip to France, including our favorite sights in Paris. You’ll learn some helpful trip planning tips and find your way around Paris with our handy self-guided walking tour route. What we cover in this post: A Self-Guided Walking Tour and Map for Paris Must-See List for…
Dining while on a budget can test your creativity as a traveler. Finding a balance between splurges local cuisine and managing your travel expenses is an art worth mastering. In this post, I’ll share my tips to eating well without straining your travel budget. What is a Value Traveler? This is an excerpt from a…
In this Brussels City Card review, we’ll go over how the pass works, what’s included, and share a Brussels card itinerary that will maximize your discount to the best attractions. Disclosure: This post contains some affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of our links, we may receive a small commission, at no…
In this Lisbon City pass review, we’ll go over how the pass works, what’s included, and share a Lisbon card itinerary that will maximize your discount to the best attractions. After spending more than a month in the city, we had a chance to visit many of the best things to do in Lisbon and…
There are many different ways to travel. Personally, we like to spend time getting to know a place, its people, and its culture. We aim to keep our costs low and stretch our dollar to create meaningful experiences. Whenever possible, we try to stay active as we travel; and we’re always looking to learn something new….
One of the best ways to enjoy Hawaii’s natural beauty is through hikes. You get to make your way through all sorts of landscapes and terrains, from valleys, ridges, mountains, and cliffs. Not to mention the breathtaking skies that await you! We have enjoyed hiking on Oahu together for many years. This is the island…
Here’s why an Airbnb rental is still our top choice for accommodations right now. Plus, we share our safety tips for using Airbnb during the Coronavirus pandemic. What is Airbnb? Whether you’re looking for budget accommodations, hoping to stay with a local in a foreign place, or want more than a typical hotel can offer –…
I almost cringe at the term “travel hacking”- it sounds like something illegal. But that’s the commonly used phrase for the art of getting free or discounted travel through award points and miles. Try not to think of hacking like a guy on his computer in a dark basement breaking into your bank account online. Think…