Portugal is a popular European destination for good reason. If you’re wondering how to spend your Portugal trip, our recommendations will help you avoid over-crowded sites so you can experience the best this country has to offer. Our Top Recommendations for Portugal Travel After spending about six weeks in Lisbon and (years later) dog-sitting for…
During our first trip to Türkiye, Antalya quickly became one of our favorite places to explore. This coastal city has become a popular destination thanks to its history, culture, and natural beauty. In this post, we’re sharing the 6 best things we did in Antalya, along with some tips and recommendations, to help inspire your…
Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi, is a bustling city in the North with a lot to explore. Cost of living is fairly cheap so there are many things to do in Hanoi on a budget. Despite not loving big cities and traffic, we have really enjoyed our many visits to Hanoi. Initially we stayed with expat friends…
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….