Budget Travel: Articles, Programs, Blogs, Travel Resources

A first-time hitchhiker learns the subtle art of thumbing to Serbia. 
The COVID-19 pandemic has us confined to our quarters for the time being. We've come up with a few suggestions for how to keep that travel bug alive and well.
Signing up for a homestay means navigating a new culture, family and diet. From dietary restrictions to vehement dislikes, here's how to find your place at the table. 
A pre-existing medical condition need not stop your travels. Here's what you need to know.
January 21, 2020

A Bite of Beijing

Four Chinese students share their favourite local snacks—and some history of their city in the process.
Cheap, ethical travel during peak times—yes, it's possible.
June 4, 2019

Safe Couchsurfing

For travellers on a tight budget or anyone looking for a truly immersive experience, the utility of couchsurfing is obvious. But is it safe for solo female travellers? The answer might surprise you.
Whether it's a quest for self-awareness, a cure for mental maladies or just the next big high, travellers are turning a traditional Amazonian healing ceremony into a multi-million dollar industry.
Stranded in a Walmart parking lot and other remarkable Instagram moments.
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