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February 28, 2019

Zadar, Croatia on a Budget

February 28, 2019/
Zadar, Croatia on a Budget

Zadar, Croatia is full of charm and history. Coastal cruise towns have a reputation for being expensive, seeing Zadar on a budget is totally possible!

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February 28, 2019/ /
Budget Travel, Croatia, Europe, Story, Travel
Balkans, budget ttravel, Croatia, Zadar
June 22, 2018

Below the Terrace: What's Under the Dufferin Terrasse?

June 22, 2018/
Below the Terrace: What's Under the Dufferin Terrasse?

Did you know you can walk through an archaeological dig in the heart of Quebec City? Be sure to add the Dufferin Terrasse to your QC itinerary!

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June 22, 2018/ /
Budget Travel, Canada, City Guides, North America, Travel, Trip Planning
Canada, Dufferin Terrace, Dufferin Terrasse, Frontenac, Parks Canada, Quebec, Quebec City
March 26, 2018

Surviving a Solo Road Trip

March 26, 2018/
Surviving a Solo Road Trip

Solo road trips are not to be feared! If you're seeking a road adventure and don't have a companion, don't worry - I've got a few ideas and tips to keep you safe and entertained while you're driving!

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March 26, 2018/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Inspiration, Story, Travel, Trip Planning
driving, road trip, solo road trip, solo travel, solo trip, Travel
February 04, 2018

Amsterdam in 36 Hours

February 04, 2018/
Amsterdam in 36 Hours

Amsterdam seems like an obvious choice for a Europe itinerary. This well-loved and oft-visited city, Amsterdam should not be missed!

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February 04, 2018/ /
Budget Travel, City Guides, Europe, Travel
Amsterdam, budget, budget travel, europe, netherlands, Noord, Travel
December 11, 2017

Odd Things I do to Save Money for a Trip

December 11, 2017/
Odd Things I do to Save Money for a Trip

I've got some tips to save for travel! I've used all of these, odd-edging-on-absurd habits I've formed over the years to build my travel funds!

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December 11, 2017/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Inspiration, Travel, Trip Planning
budget travel, save for travel, save money, save money for a trip, Travel, travelblog, travelling
December 04, 2017

The ONE Question I Always ask Locals

December 04, 2017/
The ONE Question I Always ask Locals

Looking to explore more off the beaten path travel? Ask this one simple question of a local!

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December 04, 2017/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Inspiration, Travel, Trip Planning
October 21, 2017

Hometown Tourism: Commuting can be exploring, too

October 21, 2017/
Hometown Tourism: Commuting can be exploring, too

Staying in one place is not a reason to give up an explorer mindset. Hometown tourism and seeking details can hold you over until the next travel excursion.

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October 21, 2017/ /
Boston, Budget Travel, City Guides, How To, Personal - null, Story, Travel, Uncategorized, USA
Advice, Boston, Essay, inspiration, Photo Essay, Photography, Story, Travel
September 22, 2017

Underground at Ink Block: Boston's new art park

September 22, 2017/
Underground at Ink Block: Boston's new art park

Underground at Ink Block is Boston's coolest art park- filled with murals, community space, and and parking. Who knew a highway underpass could be so cool?!

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September 22, 2017/ /
Boston, Budget Travel, City Guides, Review, Travel, Trip Planning, USA
Advice, Boston, budget travel, Massachusetts, Mural, Outdoors, Photography, Recap, Reviews, street art, tips, Travel, Travel Guide, Underground at Ink Block, urban park, USA Travel
September 07, 2017

Post Travel Blues: 5 Stages of Returning from a Trip

September 07, 2017/
Post Travel Blues: 5 Stages of Returning from a Trip

Returning from a trip is not easy. Jetlag and catching upon work emails are physical hurdles, but what about the emotional impact and the post travel blues?

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September 07, 2017/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Personal - null, Story, Travel, Trip Planning
Advice, budget travel, How To, Planning, Reality, Stories, tips, Travel
March 14, 2017

Edinburgh in 36 Hours

March 14, 2017/
Edinburgh in 36 Hours

I liked Edinburgh way more than I anticipated- and was lucky to be able to see as much as I did in a such a short amount of time!

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March 14, 2017/ /
Budget Travel, City Guides, Europe, Scotland, Travel
Edinburgh, Scotland, Travel, Travel Guide, Trip Planning
December 03, 2016

Picking A(nother) Backpack

December 03, 2016/
Picking A(nother) Backpack

I couldn't call my site "The Budget Backpack" if I didn't have a low-grade obsession with backpacks! ◉◡◉

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December 03, 2016/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
Bags, Packing, Reviews, Travel
November 26, 2016

Saving $10k in a Year

November 26, 2016/
Saving $10k in a Year

[Satire Warning]

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November 26, 2016/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Inspiration, Story, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
Finance, Saving, Travel
November 24, 2016

Boots: The Kodiak Surrey II

November 24, 2016/
Boots: The Kodiak Surrey II

When I set out to write this post, I wanted to play it cool in the beginning.... but clearly cannot contain my excitement over these boots!

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November 24, 2016/ /
Budget Travel, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
Hiking, Outdoors, Packing, Travel
October 25, 2016

Amazing Toronto: Seeing the city on a budget

October 25, 2016/
Amazing Toronto: Seeing the city on a budget

This major Canadian city makes for the perfect, well-rounded (budget-friendly) getaway! i <3 Toronto

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October 25, 2016/ /
Budget Travel, City Guides, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
Canada, Toronto, Travel
August 06, 2016

Bulldozed by Drink Carts: And other stories from my trip to China

August 06, 2016/
Bulldozed by Drink Carts: And other stories from my trip to China

I went to China a few years back and had a few VERY different and VERY interesting experiences.

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August 06, 2016/ /
Asia, Budget Travel, Story, Travel
Asia, China, Funny, Story, Travel
June 21, 2016

How to Plan a Trip: Step-by-Step Guide

June 21, 2016/
How to Plan a Trip: Step-by-Step Guide

No more "I can't" or "I don't know how"... OR "You're so lucky- I wish I could do that!" Here is your user-friendly, step-by-step guide to planning your first trip!

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June 21, 2016/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
budget ttravel, cheap flights, How To, Travel, travel planning, Trip Planning
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