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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.

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The 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.

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The 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.

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Why 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.

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Now 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.

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Pass 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.

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The 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.

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The 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.

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How 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.

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Okay, 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.

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The 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.

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Got 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.

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Cram 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.

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The 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.

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Cross 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.

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This 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.

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What 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.

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This 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.

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A 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.

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Who 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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