The Maldives are tropical islands located southwest of Sri Lanka and India. There are around 1,100 islands, from which 200 are inhabited. There are also 26 coral atolls which attract visitors from all over the world. The majority of the islands are available for vacation rentals. But this doesn't mean that you would need to have a big budget to be able to afford a holiday … [Read more...] about Exploring the Maldives on a Budget
Budgeting & Finances
3 Travel Credit Cards for Beginners
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How to Plan a Family Vacation on a Budget
For many of us, family vacations are a key part of our most nostalgic childhood memories. Most families that go away on vacation need to budget for it. The alternative, unless you are quite wealthy and have no need to budget, is overspending. There is always the option of not vacationing at all, but that is simply out of the question. I love to vacation with my … [Read more...] about How to Plan a Family Vacation on a Budget
Andalusia on a Budget: Saving Money in Southern Spain
It's no wonder that Andalusia is one of Spain's most popular destinations. Andalusia in southern Spain is home to an extensive collection of genuinely mind-blowing Moorish palaces and castles. The Great Mosque in Cordoba and the Alhambra palace in Granada stem from over 700 years of Muslim rule on the peninsula. Plus, there are tranquil whitewashed towns in the mountains … [Read more...] about Andalusia on a Budget: Saving Money in Southern Spain
How to Travel West Africa on a Budget
West Africa is an interesting puzzle when it comes to budget travel. Unlike many infamously expensive destinations - think Paris or Dubai - you’ll be “roughing it” in West Africa regardless of your budget. Yet compared to reliably cheap backpacker havens like Laos, West Africa is a bit of a splurge. Let’s just come out and say it: the value for money might not seem … [Read more...] about How to Travel West Africa on a Budget
