Traveling Alone

In addition to being more fun, traveling with other people is a great money saver. You’ll be able to split the bill for gas, food, and other expenses instead of paying for everything on your own.

Expensive Accommodation

Road trips are all about embracing the sense of adventure, so there’s no need to pay a fortune for accommodation. Use them to discover the magic of camping, and only look for alternative types of logging if the weather is bad.

Come Prepared

Road trips often tend to be pretty spontaneous, but having no plan isn’t always so great for your budget. Check if your insurance covers roadside emergencies that might occur, do your research to find the cheapest gas prices, and have a travel plan so you wouldn’t waste time and gas going to pointless locations.

Don’t Eat Out

You’ll spend a fortune on food if you’re eating out all the time. Pack your own snacks so you wouldn’t have to buy overpriced ones at gas stations, and look for affordable dining experiences with a local feel whenever you can’t prepare your own meals.

The post These Common Road Trip Mistakes Are Costing You a Fortune appeared first on Traveler Master.

There are some things that you should keep in mind, however, when choosing and searching for a BlaBlaCar trip. Here they are!

Driver Rating

The motor which drives this service, both literally and figuratively, are the drivers who offer up themselves and their vehicles to potential passengers. However, you should be careful to look at the driver’s rating in order to ensure that previous passengers have been satisfied with their rides with them.

Route Flexibility

If you are frustrated and unable to find a BlaBlaCar trip for a certain route, the key might be to find a route that includes at least one of your destination/arrival cities on its route. Many drivers are willing to make a stop in other cities if they are on another route.

Times of the Day

One of the advantages of BlaBlaCar is that it often offers rides at non-peak times that end up being cheaper than peak routes. If you are willing to be flexible with your departure and/or arrival time, you can end up saving a lot of money.

The post Things to Consider Before Booking a BlaBlaCar Trip appeared first on Traveler Master.

Getting to Your Destination

Most places are more expensive during the summer, so if you have the option of traveling during the off-season, go for it! Also, when buying tickets, you may have do a lot of searching and it’s important to be patient.

Accommodation

Consider staying at Airbnbs and hostels for budget-friendly accommodation. If you want to stay in a hotel, look for ones outside the city center, which will end up being cheaper.

Transportation

Taking a taxi from place to place can add up really quickly, so when possible try and travel via subway, bus, or train. You can also use Uber when it’s available or rent a bike.

Activities

When vacationing, a lot of money goes towards activities. Ways to get around this are by skipping pricey tours and checking online for special deals and discounts.

Eating

Go ahead and skip the overpriced touristy restaurants and do your own grocery shopping, dine out for lunch instead of dinner, and check out food tours.

The post 5 Ways to Spend Less While Traveling appeared first on Traveler Master.

So how can one see a world without spending money at all? Here are 3 options

Volunteering at a WWOOF Farm

By volunteering at a WWOOF farm, you have a variety of opportunities to live at organic farms around the world. This organization has affiliations to 53 countries and they offer food and accommodation in exchange to volunteer work.

Couch Surfing

Have you heard of the term couch surfing? This can be your way of taking a trip at almost zero cost. Sites like couchsurfing.com allow you to connect with hundreds of people around the world who will be happy to host you at their home for free or for a small fee.

House-Sitting

When was the last time you babysit someone’s house? When was the last time you had the opportunity to live for free in various destinations around the world just in exchange for caring for a dog, a house, or simply watering the plants? Hundreds of people are looking for someone to take care of their home and you can be the one to do that!

The post Best Tips if You Want to Travel for Free appeared first on Traveler Master.

The current situation isn’t prohibitive to travel, however, as one of the recent trends in travel has proven.

Micro trips are a new favorite for people all around the world who are looking to escape, but not go too far away from home. The idea of this sort of travel is to stay within a short radius of home but to check out cities, towns, and natural landscapes that you wouldn’t otherwise visit on a regular basis.

In a one-week micro trip, for example, a person from a large city might visit a handful of small towns within a two-hour radius of their home and also make time to check out local or national parks that allow for a complete disconnect from urban life and stresses.

This concept has been popular for a while now, but has really taken off in the aftermath of COVID-19, as people are looking for safe and relatively inexpensive travel options.

Are you considering a micro trip this summer?

The post Micro Trips are the Perfect Solution for Traveling in 2020 appeared first on Traveler Master.

If you do have to travel by bus, however, why not try to make the best of the experience? You might not have ever considered these advantages of bus travel, but you just might be surprised at some of the perks it offers.

More Time to Stretch Your Legs

While it can make the trip longer than you might expect, one advantage of taking the bus is the semi-frequent stops for gas and driver switches. This gives you the chance to stretch your legs, take a walk, or even get something to eat while outside. You can’t do this on a train or an airplane!

See the Sights Up Close

While buses go slowly and travel on the same roads as personal vehicles, one unexpected positive of this is that you’ll be able to see the changing landscape and towns that you pass through. Whether it’s traveling across a desert or through a mountain range, you’re sure to see something interesting.

Meet Your Neighbors

If you’re a social butterfly, the bus might be the best method of travel for you due to the opportunity it gives you to talk to your seatmates. Those sitting next to you are probably just as bored as you are, and it might be the opportunity to start a life-long friendship!

The post Three Unexpected Perks of Bus Travel appeared first on Traveler Master.

One of our favorite websites that provides a fantastic tool for booking and planning travel is Google’s “Explore Destinations.”

Accessed by visiting the Google Flights page, Explore Destinations allows you to see what airfares are available during whatever period of free time you might have in the near or far-away future.

By simply plugging in the dates you have available for travel, Google will give you a map of possible destinations with the prices of flights or other transportation options included. You can even apply a price filter if you have a set budget in mind!

This tool can show you great options for visiting cities and regions that might not immediately come to mind while thinking about travel. Both small and large airports are included in this tool, as are train stations. That’s right: Explore Destinations can even recommend travel via rail.

Have travel date flexibility? No problem! Google Flights also allows you to look for possible tickets by exploring via month-long periods as well as by simply searching for weekends or week-long trips in the next six months.

So, if you are looking to book a trip but find yourself overwhelmed by the possibilities, allow Google’s Explore Destinations tool to do the dirty work for you.

The post Google’s Explore Destinations Tool is Great for Cheap Travel appeared first on Traveler Master.

What’s best of all is that all three of these museums can be visited without paying a single cent! Here’s your guide to visiting Madrid’s best art museums for free!

Museo del Prado

The Museo del Prado features one of the best collections of art on Earth, featuring both Spanish and European artists. The museum’s permanent exhibitions can be visited for free from 6 pm to 8 pm from Monday-Saturday, and from 5 pm to 7 pm on Sundays.

Museo Reina Sofía

If you are a fan of 20th-century art and works such as Picasso’s unforgettable “Guernica,” a stop at the Reina Sofia is a must. Fortunately for your wallet, admission is free on Sundays from 1:30 pm to 7 pm! From Monday to Saturday (excluding Tuesdays, when the museum is closed), you can also get in for free from 7 to 9 pm.

Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza

Despite being a private collection, the Thyssen-Bornemisza also features free of charge opening hours! Plan your trip carefully, however, as the only free time slot offered is on Mondays from noon until 4 pm.

The post Your Guide to Exploring Madrid’s Best Art Museums for Free appeared first on Traveler Master.

Traveling Alone

In addition to being more fun, traveling with other people is a great money saver. You’ll be able to split the bill for gas, food, and other expenses instead of paying for everything on your own.

Expensive Accommodation

Road trips are all about embracing the sense of adventure, so there’s no need to pay a fortune for accommodation. Use them to discover the magic of camping, and only look for alternative types of logging if the weather is bad.

Come Prepared

Road trips often tend to be pretty spontaneous, but having no plan isn’t always so great for your budget. Check if your insurance covers roadside emergencies that might occur, do your research to find the cheapest gas prices, and have a travel plan so you wouldn’t waste time and gas going to pointless locations.

Don’t Eat Out

You’ll spend a fortune on food if you’re eating out all the time. Pack your own snacks so you wouldn’t have to buy overpriced ones at gas stations, and look for affordable dining experiences with a local feel whenever you can’t prepare your own meals.

The post These Common Road Trip Mistakes Are Costing You a Fortune appeared first on Traveler Master.

There are some things that you should keep in mind, however, when choosing and searching for a BlaBlaCar trip. Here they are!

Driver Rating

The motor which drives this service, both literally and figuratively, are the drivers who offer up themselves and their vehicles to potential passengers. However, you should be careful to look at the driver’s rating in order to ensure that previous passengers have been satisfied with their rides with them.

Route Flexibility

If you are frustrated and unable to find a BlaBlaCar trip for a certain route, the key might be to find a route that includes at least one of your destination/arrival cities on its route. Many drivers are willing to make a stop in other cities if they are on another route.

Times of the Day

One of the advantages of BlaBlaCar is that it often offers rides at non-peak times that end up being cheaper than peak routes. If you are willing to be flexible with your departure and/or arrival time, you can end up saving a lot of money.

The post Things to Consider Before Booking a BlaBlaCar Trip appeared first on Traveler Master.

Getting to Your Destination

Most places are more expensive during the summer, so if you have the option of traveling during the off-season, go for it! Also, when buying tickets, you may have do a lot of searching and it’s important to be patient.

Accommodation

Consider staying at Airbnbs and hostels for budget-friendly accommodation. If you want to stay in a hotel, look for ones outside the city center, which will end up being cheaper.

Transportation

Taking a taxi from place to place can add up really quickly, so when possible try and travel via subway, bus, or train. You can also use Uber when it’s available or rent a bike.

Activities

When vacationing, a lot of money goes towards activities. Ways to get around this are by skipping pricey tours and checking online for special deals and discounts.

Eating

Go ahead and skip the overpriced touristy restaurants and do your own grocery shopping, dine out for lunch instead of dinner, and check out food tours.

The post 5 Ways to Spend Less While Traveling appeared first on Traveler Master.

So how can one see a world without spending money at all? Here are 3 options

Volunteering at a WWOOF Farm

By volunteering at a WWOOF farm, you have a variety of opportunities to live at organic farms around the world. This organization has affiliations to 53 countries and they offer food and accommodation in exchange to volunteer work.

Couch Surfing

Have you heard of the term couch surfing? This can be your way of taking a trip at almost zero cost. Sites like couchsurfing.com allow you to connect with hundreds of people around the world who will be happy to host you at their home for free or for a small fee.

House-Sitting

When was the last time you babysit someone’s house? When was the last time you had the opportunity to live for free in various destinations around the world just in exchange for caring for a dog, a house, or simply watering the plants? Hundreds of people are looking for someone to take care of their home and you can be the one to do that!

The post Best Tips if You Want to Travel for Free appeared first on Traveler Master.

The current situation isn’t prohibitive to travel, however, as one of the recent trends in travel has proven.

Micro trips are a new favorite for people all around the world who are looking to escape, but not go too far away from home. The idea of this sort of travel is to stay within a short radius of home but to check out cities, towns, and natural landscapes that you wouldn’t otherwise visit on a regular basis.

In a one-week micro trip, for example, a person from a large city might visit a handful of small towns within a two-hour radius of their home and also make time to check out local or national parks that allow for a complete disconnect from urban life and stresses.

This concept has been popular for a while now, but has really taken off in the aftermath of COVID-19, as people are looking for safe and relatively inexpensive travel options.

Are you considering a micro trip this summer?

The post Micro Trips are the Perfect Solution for Traveling in 2020 appeared first on Traveler Master.

If you do have to travel by bus, however, why not try to make the best of the experience? You might not have ever considered these advantages of bus travel, but you just might be surprised at some of the perks it offers.

More Time to Stretch Your Legs

While it can make the trip longer than you might expect, one advantage of taking the bus is the semi-frequent stops for gas and driver switches. This gives you the chance to stretch your legs, take a walk, or even get something to eat while outside. You can’t do this on a train or an airplane!

See the Sights Up Close

While buses go slowly and travel on the same roads as personal vehicles, one unexpected positive of this is that you’ll be able to see the changing landscape and towns that you pass through. Whether it’s traveling across a desert or through a mountain range, you’re sure to see something interesting.

Meet Your Neighbors

If you’re a social butterfly, the bus might be the best method of travel for you due to the opportunity it gives you to talk to your seatmates. Those sitting next to you are probably just as bored as you are, and it might be the opportunity to start a life-long friendship!

The post Three Unexpected Perks of Bus Travel appeared first on Traveler Master.

One of our favorite websites that provides a fantastic tool for booking and planning travel is Google’s “Explore Destinations.”

Accessed by visiting the Google Flights page, Explore Destinations allows you to see what airfares are available during whatever period of free time you might have in the near or far-away future.

By simply plugging in the dates you have available for travel, Google will give you a map of possible destinations with the prices of flights or other transportation options included. You can even apply a price filter if you have a set budget in mind!

This tool can show you great options for visiting cities and regions that might not immediately come to mind while thinking about travel. Both small and large airports are included in this tool, as are train stations. That’s right: Explore Destinations can even recommend travel via rail.

Have travel date flexibility? No problem! Google Flights also allows you to look for possible tickets by exploring via month-long periods as well as by simply searching for weekends or week-long trips in the next six months.

So, if you are looking to book a trip but find yourself overwhelmed by the possibilities, allow Google’s Explore Destinations tool to do the dirty work for you.

The post Google’s Explore Destinations Tool is Great for Cheap Travel appeared first on Traveler Master.

What’s best of all is that all three of these museums can be visited without paying a single cent! Here’s your guide to visiting Madrid’s best art museums for free!

Museo del Prado

The Museo del Prado features one of the best collections of art on Earth, featuring both Spanish and European artists. The museum’s permanent exhibitions can be visited for free from 6 pm to 8 pm from Monday-Saturday, and from 5 pm to 7 pm on Sundays.

Museo Reina Sofía

If you are a fan of 20th-century art and works such as Picasso’s unforgettable “Guernica,” a stop at the Reina Sofia is a must. Fortunately for your wallet, admission is free on Sundays from 1:30 pm to 7 pm! From Monday to Saturday (excluding Tuesdays, when the museum is closed), you can also get in for free from 7 to 9 pm.

Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza

Despite being a private collection, the Thyssen-Bornemisza also features free of charge opening hours! Plan your trip carefully, however, as the only free time slot offered is on Mondays from noon until 4 pm.

The post Your Guide to Exploring Madrid’s Best Art Museums for Free appeared first on Traveler Master.