All Blog Posts Tagged 'tips' (52)

Last week I was off to Oahu in Hawaii and we stayed in the Waikiki area. While we saved quite a bit on airfare, our lodgings and even our activities (by using Groupon), there were things that we still had to pay for that could be quite spendy. We planned out some meals (using Groupon for a few) and then winged it the rest of the time. We…

It's called the City of Lights and also The Most Romantic City in the World. I'm talking about Paris. While these things can certainly be true, there is also much to be learned in the city, which is not always romantic or bright. Regardless, the city is an amazing one to visit and experience culture. We only had three days there, but we still ended up learning quite a few things …

I’ve been making my packing list and perfecting my techniques and while I talk a lot about how to pack and shove everything into a carry-on-size bag, I am well aware that a picture is worth a thousand words. That said, I decided to make a photo guide for you showcasing my actual packing and everything I take with me. Keep in mind that I am packing for two, so packing for one should be even easier if you travel alone, go with friends or you just want your own bag. I find that putting…

Okay, so I don’t often suggest doing things like getting massages and facials on vacation, because they can be expensive and also because you’re already “away from it all” and are probably more relaxed than you’ve been since your last trip. Plus, I can always think of other ways to spend that money while I’m away. Of course, traveling should be all about you and if it’s your only time to get pampered in any sense of the word, then I say go for it if…

Do you feel like you haven’t learned anything useful lately? Well, not to worry. I’m here to pass on my hard-earned wisdom gained on my travels. This time, we look at my trip to Cancun, which was the first time I’d gone to touristy Mexico city. I can’t say I got the full experience, because we got there in the middle of a rainstorm that turned into a tropical storm, so much of our week there was spent in on and off pouring rain. Fun!…

Whether you live in an apartment, college dorm or RV, it can always be beneficial to find items that won’t take up a lot of space, help you minimize and multitask. If you are torn between buying something that works for travel and something that works for your tiny living space, you’re in luck. There are five fun and useful gadgets that can work for both, because they are multi-functional and small. And just think, in the long…

Can you believe it’s already been a whole year since I started this site? I can’t, but then again when I started, I couldn’t imagine having enough to write about regarding budget travel for so long. The blog is super fun and I love to hear what others have to say about what I post and where they have been. In the last year I’ve completed a book, started a newsletter, gotten my blog published on Kindle, gone to some wonderful places, added too many…

When Europeans want to go on an affordable vacation, Portugal can often be on the list. Amazingly, Americans can also put it on the list of budget travel spots, as well as a beautiful travel destination. Portugal is full of amazing cities and has anything you could possibly want in a vacation choice. From bustling cities to alluring beaches, you'll find it all. Coupled with affordability, this makes Portugal our next…

Accidental Interview - Smothers & Van Dyke from Lyn Edwin Cathey on Vimeo.

A chance encounter with Jerry Van Dyke & Tommy Smothers in a restaurant in Hot Springs, AR over Memorial Day weekend - They were in town performing Neil…

Juke Joints & Roadhouses of Memphis from Lyn Edwin Cathey on Vimeo.

Sometimes you just luck out and run in to someone who really knows the neighborhood...and is ready and willing to talk about it on camera. Here Memphis…

Hi All,

I'm a Vancouver-based travel blogger attending TBEX in June, and I thought this post about tips and tricks for Vancouver's airport would be helpful for the TBEX'ers coming soon. Enjoy. {http://t.co/KD3g6ea}

-Trish

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Located 30 minutes outside the city, …

We have to keep their mood so they won't be whining or crying or fussy. And it's so tiring...that even we cannot enjoy the trip itself!!

This post is a collection of some travel tips I gave out at a recent event and wanted to share here. Some of these tips are also available on the Travel Tips page of my tour company's website. Read on and enjoy the…