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So, you’ve planned your trip to Disneyworld…you’ve found a great hotel deal, you’ve researched your best ticket options, but you’re just not sure about the dining plan. Theme Park Dining Plans – Are They Worth It? Over the past few years, theme parks have introduced dining plans that are designed to save you money IF … Read more
The more you know about the airlines pricing structure, the more you’ll save. Insider Tips for Cheap Airfare Travel on a Slow Day Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are the cheapest while Fridays and Sundays are the most expensive. The moral of this story? Avoid Fridays and Sundays. Book in Advance, but Not Too Early! … Read more
There’s nothing quite as exciting as hopping a flight and jetting off on some exotic getaway. In fact, it’s often as much of a gas for seasoned business travelers as it is for young backpackers. But one thing both of these demographics need before setting off on that sojourn is travel insurance. Now, to the … Read more
You’re probably familiar with layaway plans at popular retailers, but have you ever heard of a vacation layaway plan? Genius! It sure beat racking up credit card debt for your family vacation. GetAwayToday.com, the #1 provider of discount Disneyland family vacations, now offers vacation layaway plans. Here’s how it works… Select your vacation package complete … Read more
Summer sunshine and heat brings thoughts of getting away from it all for a week or two, and what kind of trip is more fun than a road trip? Road trips are about the journey, not the destination–if you even have one in mind. While gas is expensive these days, you can still take that … Read more
Thanks to my friend Karen Dawkins for this guest post…she’s my go-to source for budget travel tips! If a staycation is on your summer to-do list, and you need ideas…read on! Since I started my travel blog, I’ve been surprised by the number of people who find staycations boring. Perhaps it’s because the … Read more
Hello, Budget Diet friends, from sunny Raleigh, North Carolina. Y’all probably know about Raleigh’s southern hospitality, sweet tea and Carolina BBQ, but did you know we’ve been dubbed Smithsonian of the South? That’s right! Besides great southern friendliness and food, Raleigh is home to some amazing museums — all of them free! A family vacation … Read more
Twitter’s abuzz with vacation ideas for spring break and summer vacations to the beach, mountains and big city. People plunge headlong into planning trips, scheduling hotels and making plans. Sadly, many spend on vacation and think about the cost later. When the credit card bill arrives, they realize they overspent and wonder how to pay … Read more
So you want to take the spouse and kids on a fun-filled family vacation? Sure, it may take a lot of planning – but you don’t have to take out a second mortgage on your house to afford it. There are plenty of ways that you can cut corners on costs without reducing the quality … Read more
Picking the best place for a family vacation can turn into a tough decision with choices galore. From theme parks to beach getaways, packing up the family and heading somewhere can be a feat all its own. Picking family friendly places with plenty of options for keeping the kids happy is the ultimate goal. New … Read more