The Secrets of Low Cost Travel

Thailand is notoriously a budget travellers dream destination. The food is cheap, hostels are cheap and even flights around Asia for more adventures are cheap with certain low cost airlines. Staying too long in cities like Bangkok though can take their...

Norway isn't very high up on the budget traveller's list, mostly because it's not very cheap and it can be difficult to visit without breaking the bank. Hotels are out of the question if you're on a shoestring but one thing that is free in Norway is camping!...

Everyone loves to eat! And one of the best parts of travelling is the chance to try new foods and flavours, especially when cooked by a local. Don't be one of those travellers who have eaten at Pizza Hut in 10+ countries around the world. Taste paella...

Brazil is hot, hot, hot on the tourism radar with more people heading to its glorious coasts than ever before. The country's beaches are the main attraction but which ones are the best? While Brazil's coastline is long (a whole 4,650 miles long!) and...

Jet lag just comes with the territory of travelling long-haul. Unfortunately it's almost unavoidable but new research is showing how to lessen the lag the next time you jet. The general rule is that it takes 1 day to adjust to each time zone crossed....

Edinburgh's Fringe Festival is famous around the world. It serves up some world-class culture, theatre and dance and shouldn't be missed! Unfortunately due to its popularity, the festival is far from being budget-friendly. Hotel room prices soar in August,...

Venice is the ultimate destination if you're looking to swoop that special someone off their feet. Unfortunately this romantic city also comes with a seriously expensive price tag. It's hard not to be totally charmed by the small, quaint streets, the...

The schools are just about the break up for summer and everyone has one thing on their mind: summer holidays. If you're on a budget or just really can't stretch those pounds far enough to take the trip you really want, don't worry. Want to know the real...

Travel can be expensive. Once you add up flights, hotel, food and a possible car hire, your budget may appear to just not cut it. The best way to save without having to stay at home? Plan your trip for the off-season. Savings can be substantial which...

Summer in Sweden is a pretty magical thing. If there's one time you really have to visit Sweden it's at the peak of the summer season, during Swedish Midsommer. What can you expect? Pickled herring to eat, beer and cider to drink, folk songs to sing,...