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How to Get the Most Out of a Staycation

A few weeks ago, I wrote about planning summer vacations, and I neglected the concept of a staycation. Yes, that is exactly what it sounds like, a vacation where you stay at home. There are a few reasons you might choose a staycation, and I’ll cover them here. I also have some tips to help you really enjoy it. Why Stay at Home? You…

The Best Time to Plan a Trip

Spring Break is over, so that means it’s time to start thinking about summer vacations. The farther in advance you plan, the better the prices and availability will be. Last-minute trips can be fun, but I love anticipating a trip. So, right now is a great time to start thinking about summer travel. How Long Do You Have? When I was a kid, my…

What’s on Your Bucket List?

What is it about the end of the year that makes us introspective? I tend to start thinking about what I have done in the year that is ending, and what I want to do in the coming year. It’s a great time to update my bucket list. What is a Bucket List? This is one of those phrases that means something different to…

Use a Travel Checklist to Save Time & Money

I have been thinking a lot about traveling lately, possibly because I haven’t done much of it this year. One of my favorite lifestyle bloggers recently had her luggage lost halfway through a trip and she had to buy a few emergency replacement items in a tourist destination. It had to be expensive to do and she admitted she’d broken her cardinal rule of having…

Summer Vacation Trips & Tips

It’s my favorite time of year! Spring is in full swing and that means summer is right around the corner. Like everyone else, I am dying to take a vacation this year, so I have been researching how to get the most vacation on my limited budget. What Kind of Trip do You Want to Take? The way I see it, there are only…

Summer Vacation Tips & Tricks

Summer has started in earnest for most of us, school is out all over, and vacation season is here. Some planned way ahead for their summer, but for the rest of us, here are some tips and tricks to make your vacation budget smart and fun. Pick a Location Sure, this seems obvious, but the first step is to decide where to go. Do…

Last-Minute Spring Break Tips

Vacations and budgets are words that don’t usually go together. With Spring Break right around the corner, you are probably trying to figure out how to maximize your funds for fun. Most of these tips will work for both college students and families. Last Minute Booking For those of you who haven’t booked a destination yet, there are last minute deals to be had…

Take a Last Minute Summer Vacation on a Budget

Summer is coming to an end, but don’t fret! There’s still time to take a last minute summer vacation without spending too much money. Take a look at these tips so you can have one last adventure this summer! Keep an Open Mind Going on a last minute vacation is just that, last minute. Because you didn’t spend countless hours planning and researching the best places…

Tips for a Frugal Camping Trip!

For explorers at heart, camping is one of the best summer excursions. It is also the best way to go on a frugal vacation while spending some good quality time with Mother Nature. Instead of paying money to see popular attractions in big cities, you can pay little to nothing to explore the canyons, forests and plains of North America. Follow these tips to help…

4 Build It Yourself Games to Take July 4th to the Next Level

July 4th is one of those long awaited days in the year where you can gather family and friends around some good grilled food and a few cold drinks. Make your July 4th party the place to be with these four build it yourself games! Ladderball Express Ladderball, a game of pipes and golf balls on a string. Sounds great right? This summer, let’s take…