Affordable Island-Hopping in Croatia? What Could Go Wrong?
A 30-percent-off Black Friday sale on a cruise aboard a yacht meant off-season sailing and being prepared for the unexpected.
By Elaine Glusac
A 30-percent-off Black Friday sale on a cruise aboard a yacht meant off-season sailing and being prepared for the unexpected.
By Elaine Glusac
On an epic road trip, a family plots a course from Alaska to the Lower 48, passing through some of Canada’s most spectacular scenery. The tally: 2,200 miles, five national parks, numerous hot springs and one excellent reindeer hot dog.
By Elaine Glusac
Are you a flexible traveler? Holland America’s standby cruises may be for you. The cost: $49 a day, excluding fees, taxes and extras. The catch: It might be a hair-raising, last-minute scramble.
By Elaine Glusac
A new agreement by Visa and Mastercard to reduce fees charged to merchants may drain the lucrative rewards that grant free travel to many credit card users.
By Elaine Glusac
We put the California county, known for its exclusive towns and fancy golf courses, to the frugal test, combining a hefty dose of stunning nature with affordable restaurants, budget lodgings and a few splurges.
By Elaine Glusac
American Airlines recently announced new restrictions on point allocation based on how you book a flight. What does that mean for loyalty members?
By Elaine Glusac
Some states and resorts offer discounted passes for children and teens, knowing that those who start young tend to keep coming back.
By Elaine Glusac
Can a thrifty traveler afford this “end-of-the-road” Florida hot spot? Getting around on a rented bike and staying in a four-person dorm room helps.
By Elaine Glusac
Bargain shoppers will find discounts on hotels, resorts, far-flung tours and cruises. The key is to act quickly before they disappear.
By Elaine Glusac
The heat, mobs and high prices of recent summers are making off-season travel more popular — perhaps too popular, some say, as they watch prices rise and crowds grow.
By Elaine Glusac
Getting a vacation rental with a good kitchen is a must for many budget travelers and those who explore destinations through cooking.
By Elaine Glusac
The Colorado town associated with glitzy ski trips also draws summer visitors who love hiking, biking and cultural festivals. Here’s how to craft an affordable vacation in this famously expensive enclave.
By Elaine Glusac
The newly expanded subway may not go everywhere, but for $5 a day it offers a gridlock-free way to get to plenty of great places.
By Elaine Glusac
Google Flights is joining other booking platforms that aim to assure travelers they’re getting the best price.
By Elaine Glusac
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From the Catskill Mountains in New York to the deserts of Utah, new or expanding hotel companies are creating affordable accommodations for those who love the outdoors.
By Elaine Glusac
Like everything else these days, the cost of a family vacation is rising. With spring break season upon us, here’s how to keep costs under control.
By Elaine Glusac
Fliers on some airlines can upgrade at a discounted rate to avoid what could be a cramped flight. With some cruise ships and even Amtrak getting in on the act, is bidding up worth it?
By Elaine Glusac
Alpine gear is expensive, but online dealers of used jackets, boots, skis and more are enticing newcomers with bargain prices and promoting recycling in an era of climate change.
By Elaine Glusac
Whether you embrace the chill or want to flee it, save on your next vacation with these 10 tips for affordable cold-weather travel.
By Elaine Glusac
Not all age-related deals are equal. Here are some perks to look for and pitfalls to avoid, along with tips on how to stretch your budget.
By Elaine Glusac
For music fans, songwriters’ nights at often unassuming venues provide an inexpensive and illuminating glimpse into Music City’s most celebrated business.
By Elaine Glusac
No longer just for the flying elite, these havens from chaos are easier to get into now, with the crowds to prove it.
By Elaine Glusac
As companies bring their full fleets back online, many ships still have room. That means bargains are being offered outside the winter “wave season,” making some sailings unexpectedly cheap, even in an era of inflation.
By Elaine Glusac
The strong American dollar is the upside of a volatile economy. For U.S. travelers headed abroad, that may help make up for the rising cost of travel.
By Elaine Glusac
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As inflation puts a crimp in travelers’ plans, here are some affordable suggestions for trips focused on wine, culture, food, the outdoors and more.
By Elaine Glusac
Inflation is here and it’s wreaking havoc on travel budgets. Our Frugal Traveler columnist on how to strategize in a world of rising prices.
By Elaine Glusac
A post-Omicron travel boom has encountered headwinds from fuel costs and the war in Ukraine. Here’s how changes in the airline industry could affect the cost of your next trip.
By Elaine Glusac
Earning airline status gets both harder and easier as airlines retool their loyalty programs.
By Elaine Glusac
During one frantic week, incredible travel offers emerged, only to evaporate as soon as the reality of taking advantage of them during a pandemic was weighed.
By Elaine Glusac
Safari deals at Costco; discount lift tickets at Sam’s Club. Add AARP and AAA into the mix of memberships that offer savings on travel.
By Elaine Glusac
In the British Virgin Islands, get cheap maritime thrills and rub shoulders with locals on one of the region’s most convenient ferry systems.
By Elaine Glusac
All those points you’ve been saving have a purpose: a stay at a fabulous resort in the Caribbean or another warm-weather destination.
By Sarah Firshein
Take the bus, look for daytime performances, eat tacos and splurge on museums that immerse you in Vegas lore.
By Elaine Glusac
During the annual deal-making ritual, cruise-goers can snap up savings that generally aren’t available the rest of the year.
By Elaine Glusac
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Looking for seasonal cheer without inflated prices? Then take your holiday spirit on the road — after Christmas.
By Elaine Glusac
To get nitty-gritty, budget-saving tips, we turned to ski-town locals and winter fanatics for advice.
By Elaine Glusac
The post-Thanksgiving sales frenzy isn’t just for gift-shopping. Travelers can find significant discounts on hotel stays, tours and even cruises.
By Elaine Glusac
Does a Saturday-to-Monday weekend mean savings and fewer crowds? We tested the model in four cities.
By Elaine Glusac
It’s a golden age for price alerts, which have expanded from emails touting sales to fare predictions and deal disseminators.
By Elaine Glusac
An analysis of six trips in North America evaluates which method is quicker, cheaper and easier.
By Elaine Glusac
Our writer tested a new service that wants to rent you everything you’ll need for your camping trip.
By Elaine Glusac
From Toronto to British Columbia: culture, beauty, great food and savings everywhere you look.
By Elaine Glusac
There are bargains aplenty in hurricane-prone areas, but make sure you have your bases covered in case of a storm.
By Elaine Glusac
Who cares if it’s 100 degrees? Pools, spas and air-conditioned luxury with stunning views are a bargain at these desert resorts.
By Julie Halpert
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Budget cruises abound these days. For the price of a one-night stay at a moderately priced hotel, we decided to check one out.
By Elaine Glusac
Some flights are trickier to book than others. For these, budget travelers need to go beyond the major search engines.
By Elaine Glusac
The food is so good at these six restaurants, you’d want to go even if their prices weren’t so low.
By Alexander Lobrano
Finding the lowest airfare has become a favorite frugal pastime, and there are websites to help you nail down cheap fares. Some strategies, however, are dicey.
By Elaine Glusac
Everyone knows off-season is the cheapest time to travel, but who wants lousy weather? A month-to-month guide to when and where to book to save money.
By Elaine Glusac
A train trip is one way to experience the natural beauty of the country, even if you have only a few days. But advance planning is essential.
By Lucas Peterson
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