News and Tips - #3 (February 6, 2015)

February 6, 2015

In this issue:
1. 25 Things Every Budget Traveler Must Know
2. Paris on a budget - Lonely Planet
3. 7 Ways to Travel Financially Smart: Tips for Travelers
4. What's new in Athens - Tourism in Greece (Conde Nast Traveller)
5. Southwest Transforms Airplane Seats into Handbags - Have Tips, Will Travel

25 Things Every Budget Traveler Must Know

Want the best prices on flights, hotel rooms, cruises, and rental cars? Free upgrades? The fastest way through airport security? The smartest way to "do" major cities, national parks, and romantic islands? Congrats! You're a Budget Traveler like us. Here, in a nutshell, is our manifesto! Read more

Paris on a budget - Lonely Planet

It's no secret that Paris, by its very nature as a capital, can be pricey and often stars on the 'World's Most Expensive Cities' lists. But with savvy planning and know-how, you can indulge in the city without blowing the budget. Sleep cheaply in historic mansions, fill up on gourmet cuisine, freewheel along the Seine and be surprised by just how affordable Paris can be for budget travellers. Read more






7 Ways to Travel Financially Smart: Tips for Travelers 

Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, be on the alert for opportunities that identity thieves may try to take advantage of:

• Receipts – Do not leave credit card receipts on the table at restaurants; sign them and hand them directly back to the server. Keep your copy of all receipts. Read more

What's new in Athens - Tourism in Greece (Conde Nast Traveller)

It's been a bumpy few years for Athens.  Grinding austerity has sparked riots, strikes and political turbulence, bringing tourism in the city to a shuddering halt.  But as Greece makes tentative steps towards recovery, Athenians are championing the capital's revival with creative start-ups that focus on the affordable and authentic.  Read more






Southwest Transforms Airplane Seats into Handbags - Have Tips, Will Travel

Southwest Airlines, long known for its inexpensive fares, unassigned seating, free checked bags and singing flight attendants, is now jumping into the world of fashion. Partnering with an Oregon-based company, the airline has turned scrap leather from its airplane seats into high-end handbags.
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