How Tourists Cripple Local Economies by Overpaying
I always feel uncomfortable about how much I tip in impoverished countries. Should it be more, just because? That person wasRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleThe Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals
Just because it’s a “deal” doesn’t mean it’s a great deal. Each year we ditch the riffraff to cull theRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleThe Cold, Hard Truth About ISIC Card Benefits
It’s been a few years since I’ve been eligible for discounted student flights but that doesn’t mean I’ve forgotten — thoseRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleWhy It’s Smart To Take the Bus for Regional Travel
Just because something isn’t popular Stateside doesn’t mean it isn’t happening elsewhere. In other parts of the world, it’s busRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleNow Is the Best Season to Travel for Savings
It’s that time of year again. The holiday travel season is winding down which actually means it’s time to doRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticlePass Your Driver’s License Off as a Student ID
In my early 20s, I would have probably done anything to save a buck. But now, I don’t care soRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleThe Golden Rules for Budget Travel
It’s really easy to travel for under $50 a day. All it takes are some powers of observation and aRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleThe Rules for Crashing at a Friend’s Place
My assumption is that you’re poor… because you’re poor. Just calling it like I see it otherwise there’s no reasonRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleHow To Perfect the Art of Haggling on Airbnb
Asking is the quickest way to get a discount but it’s also the quickest possible way to piss off anRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleOkay, Can Someone Seriously Explain the Poncho to Me?
Cause everyone I see one in pretty much just looks miserable. There are better options out there? Case in point:Read the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleThe Cheapo Alternatives To Buying Travel Gear When You’re Dead Broke
Before I cared about $200 suitcases, I was mostly interested on traveling on what I could.. which was, well, nothing. EvenRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleGot a Budget? KAYAK Explore Is the Search Tool You Probably Need
This sponsored post is brought to you by KAYAK. This is an easy one to write and that’s because longRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleCram the Most Stuff Into a Carry-On Bag as Humanly Possible
Packing light, good. But, hey, I’ve got to cram a month’s worth of clothes into my carry-on allowance. I’m justRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleThe Backpacker’s Guide to Cheap Cities in Europe
If there’s a will, there’s a way. And there is a way I’ll make my way across the pond. This graphicRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleCross That Border To Save Big Bucks on Airfare, Gas and More
Do almost anything to save money on a flight? Here’s a cost-saving factor people rarely think about: crossing a border—whetherRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleThis Is the Best Hotel Search Engine for the Cheapest Rooms, Tested
Hotel search engines, or aggregators, have been around now for more than a decade, but which ones actually return theRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleWhat You Need To Know To File Taxes as an Expat
Hey guys, it’s tax season! Time to run in fear. Most countries have a fairly simple taxation rule when itRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleThis Tool Will Calculate the Exact Cost of All Different Flight Options
Different airlines, airports, and days. Not to mention the baggage. That’s a whole lot of variables to track. This small, niftyRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleA Woof! Over Your Head: Travel and Tails Lets You Pet Sit for a Free Night
Things I like: vacations and pets. Things I don’t like: paying for stuff. What to do? I have plenty ofRead the original post on Map Happy.
View ArticleWho Knew? The Cheapest Way To Ship Packages May Be Greyhound’s Bus Service
There’s no denying that moving is a major hassle—especially if it’s cross-country. Like, way more than I pay in rentRead the original post on Map Happy.
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