Budgeting

Are you wondering how much you’d need to save to afford the cost of a trip to Amsterdam? This is one of Europe’s most visited cities, and there are certainly times of the year that are more expensive than others. However, I’ve learned that Amsterdam can be made more affordable with some strategic planning. Shockingly,…

So you received your shiny new travel credit card and maybe even already earned some sizeable bonus miles. Now what? Maybe you are wondering how to actually use those credit card points to save money on travel. Depending on your needs and desires, there are several ways to use them. Since everyone’s travel style is…

If you love to explore, naturally you’re probably always on the lookout for cheaper ways to travel. Often times, flights are one of the most expensive components of a trip, so new ideas for spending less on airfare are always welcome. As a travel lover myself, when I learned that buying plane tickets at the…

Curious about the real cost of a trip to Iceland? Perhaps you’ve heard about how expensive this Nordic island can be.  I had some initial sticker shock myself when booking our first trip to Iceland.  After an initial high upon finding really good flights to Reykjavik, my husband, Aaron, and I were quickly brought back…

Is Charleston on your list of beautiful cities to visit, but you aren’t in a place where money is no object to you? I can relate. The good news is that there are ways to manage your spending in Charleston and keep costs to an absolute minimum. It is definitely possible to visit Charleston on…