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March 26, 2018

Surviving a Solo Road Trip

March 26, 2018/
Surviving a Solo Road Trip

Solo road trips are not to be feared! If you're seeking a road adventure and don't have a companion, don't worry - I've got a few ideas and tips to keep you safe and entertained while you're driving!

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March 26, 2018/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Inspiration, Story, Travel, Trip Planning
driving, road trip, solo road trip, solo travel, solo trip, Travel
December 11, 2017

Odd Things I do to Save Money for a Trip

December 11, 2017/
Odd Things I do to Save Money for a Trip

I've got some tips to save for travel! I've used all of these, odd-edging-on-absurd habits I've formed over the years to build my travel funds!

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December 11, 2017/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Inspiration, Travel, Trip Planning
budget travel, save for travel, save money, save money for a trip, Travel, travelblog, travelling
December 04, 2017

The ONE Question I Always ask Locals

December 04, 2017/
The ONE Question I Always ask Locals

Looking to explore more off the beaten path travel? Ask this one simple question of a local!

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December 04, 2017/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Inspiration, Travel, Trip Planning
October 21, 2017

Hometown Tourism: Commuting can be exploring, too

October 21, 2017/
Hometown Tourism: Commuting can be exploring, too

Staying in one place is not a reason to give up an explorer mindset. Hometown tourism and seeking details can hold you over until the next travel excursion.

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October 21, 2017/ /
Boston, Budget Travel, City Guides, How To, Personal - null, Story, Travel, Uncategorized, USA
Advice, Boston, Essay, inspiration, Photo Essay, Photography, Story, Travel
September 07, 2017

Post Travel Blues: 5 Stages of Returning from a Trip

September 07, 2017/
Post Travel Blues: 5 Stages of Returning from a Trip

Returning from a trip is not easy. Jetlag and catching upon work emails are physical hurdles, but what about the emotional impact and the post travel blues?

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September 07, 2017/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Personal - null, Story, Travel, Trip Planning
Advice, budget travel, How To, Planning, Reality, Stories, tips, Travel
March 30, 2017

7 Items for Every Traveler's Day Bag

March 30, 2017/
7 Items for Every Traveler's Day Bag

Putting a little through into packing your day bag can save you stress and money when exploring a new place. What do YOU put on your priority packing list?

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March 30, 2017/ /
How To, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
backpack, budget travel, Packing, Travel, Trip Planning
January 14, 2017

17 Types of Trips To Take

January 14, 2017/
17 Types of Trips To Take

If "travel more" is on your to-do list, here are seventeen ways to add more adventures to your life - without breaking the bank. Take a peek to get a little tripspiration. There are so many types of travel - which will you choose?!

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January 14, 2017/ /
How To, Inspiration, Travel, Trip Planning
January 12, 2017

Goal-Setting For 2017: Travel and Beyond

January 12, 2017/
Goal-Setting For 2017: Travel and Beyond

"New Year, New You?" Being realistic about setting goals is a big way to ensure that you actually achieve them- whether they're travel, business, fittness, or whatever!

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January 12, 2017/ /
How To, Inspiration, Travel, Uncategorized
2017, goals, motivation, Travel
December 03, 2016

Picking A(nother) Backpack

December 03, 2016/
Picking A(nother) Backpack

I couldn't call my site "The Budget Backpack" if I didn't have a low-grade obsession with backpacks! ◉◡◉

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December 03, 2016/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
Bags, Packing, Reviews, Travel
November 26, 2016

Saving $10k in a Year

November 26, 2016/
Saving $10k in a Year

[Satire Warning]

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November 26, 2016/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Inspiration, Story, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
Finance, Saving, Travel
August 14, 2016

Things To Worry About Before You Travel

August 14, 2016/
Things To Worry About Before You Travel

There are a few things you should give a bit of thought to before you up and go.

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August 14, 2016/ /
How To, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
Advice, How To, Travel
June 24, 2016

Take This, Not That: Packing Efficiently

June 24, 2016/
Take This, Not That: Packing Efficiently

Packing efficiently can be hard... but it doesn't have to be! 

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June 24, 2016/ /
How To, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
Packing, Travel
June 21, 2016

How to Plan a Trip: Step-by-Step Guide

June 21, 2016/
How to Plan a Trip: Step-by-Step Guide

No more "I can't" or "I don't know how"... OR "You're so lucky- I wish I could do that!" Here is your user-friendly, step-by-step guide to planning your first trip!

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June 21, 2016/ /
Budget Travel, How To, Travel, Trip Planning, Uncategorized
budget ttravel, cheap flights, How To, Travel, travel planning, Trip Planning
June 16, 2016

5 Ways I Manage a Job & a [Travel] Blog

June 16, 2016/
5 Ways I Manage a Job & a [Travel] Blog

How I juggle a job (or two), a blog, and a life.

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June 16, 2016/ /
How To, Inspiration, Travel, Uncategorized
Hacks, How To, tips, Travel
June 07, 2016

How To Break The News: "Mom.... I'm a Blogger"

June 07, 2016/
How To Break The News: "Mom.... I'm a Blogger"

6 ways to break it to your friends and family that you've been hiding this little secret from them...

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June 07, 2016/ /
How To, Inspiration, Uncategorized
blogger, blogging, Travel, Travel blog, travel blogger
April 21, 2016

Travel & Sustainability: How To Be A Responsible Traveler

April 21, 2016/
Travel & Sustainability: How To Be A Responsible Traveler

Sustainability is a three-headed animal: environment, social, and economy.

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April 21, 2016/ /
How To, Inspiration, Travel, Trip Planning
responsible travel, socially responsible travel, sustainable travel, Travel, travel tips
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