OLD BLOG – Surviving the Layover

If you live in the Midwest like we do, it can be hard to find a direct flight to the destinations you want, and even when direct flights exist they can be budget breakers.  A one-stop flight isn’t a bad option if you know how to make the most of a layover.  Here are our…

OLD BLOG – You Don’t Really Need 3 Meals a Day

 (or at least we don’t) So you’re a foodie.  Or actually, you hate the term “foodie” but are a person who recognizes and appreciates good food.  Also, you want wine with your meal, or at the very least a beer, and yes, something sweet at the end as well.   Can this be done, when you…

OLD BLOG – The Keys to Finding a Big-City “Budget” Hotel

Finding decent budget accommodations in metropolises with space constraints like New York or Paris can be one of the biggest challenges of traveling on a limited budget.  Here’s what we look for: 1.  Cleanliness (in the ways that matter to us) We know we can put up with a lot if the hotel is spic…