Category: budget travel
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How to get from Fes to Chefchaouen, Morocco
Visiting Chefchaouen is a must A hugely popular stop on any Morocco itinerary, the tiny little town of Chefchaouen is hugely popular – and for good reason. Chefchaouen (pronounced Chef-sha-wen) is perfectly quaint, undeniably charming and intruigingly blue! Just why it’s blue is a bit of a mystery – there are various legends that tell…
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Norway on a budget: is it even possible?
Famed for its majestic fjords and snow-capped mountains, Norway is a place I’ve wanted to visit for a long time. Its remoteness completely appealed to me, and its hikes are renowned for being some of the best in the world. But it’s also one of the most expensive countries in Europe (in fact, the whole of…
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Public transport in Sri Lanka: A guide to getting around on a budget
I always try to take public transport when I travel. In Sri Lanka, I wanted to do exactly that. Not only is travelling by public transport a great way to save money, it also gives you an insight into the daily lives of the locals around you. Perhaps you’ll find yourself sat with elderly ladies…
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Visiting Lion Rock: How to experience Sigiriya on a budget
Perhaps one of the most famous landmarks in Sri Lanka – besides the beautiful, Instagram-worthy beaches – is the unique, unmissable archaeological site of Sigiriya. With UNESCO World Heritage status, the famous Lion Rock is an enormous square that rises from the landscape in the picturesque, green area of the Central Province. The hefty price tag of the…
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New Zealand Budget Travel Guide: How to travel NZ on $40NZD a day
New Zealand – beautiful, but so expensive. The cost of living in NZ is typically higher than other “Western” countries, and Auckland is the 38th most expensive city in the world to live in*. Plus, it isn’t exactly cheap to get to NZ (even on a budget flight!) since its so far away from everywhere else…
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How to save money on a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand
Coming to New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa is a great way to see the country, save up some money and experience a new working culture abroad. Many people travelling to NZ for a Working Holiday choose to base themselves somewhere for a short period of time while they find work and save money…
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10 free things to do in Rome
Anyone who knows me personally will know that I am completely and utterly in love with the Italian capital and it is my dream to live there one day. I visited Rome this summer on a minuscule budget (having already spent the last of my student loan!), so most of the trip revolved around finding…
Spin the Windrose 