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Category Archives: Europe
Frugal Traveler: Warming Up Short Days and Long Nights in Iceland
This land of natural wonders and warm, friendly cafes is never cheaper or less crowded than in winter.
Frugal Traveler: The Beauty of Frugal Rome, Some of the Best Things Are Free
The Frugal Traveler wanders, chats and even crashes his way into Eternal City bargains.
Frugal Traveler: Saving Rubles in St. Petersburg
On his first trip to the Russian city, the Frugal Traveler scores two deals from the Hermitage, finds ideal budget boxers and does a shot to get a shot.
Frugal Traveler: Scandinavia on $125 a Day
How to be frugal in a region where a fast-food meal for one goes for $23? Six lessons learned the hard way.
Frugal Traveler: Alongside Rudolph’s Ilk, Yoiking in Lapland
In northern Finland, the Frugal Traveler spots reindeer everywhere and listens to a form of singing that falls between a chant and a yodel.
Frugal Traveler: In Helsinki, Going Where the Finns Go
The Frugal Traveler asked locals in Helsinki where to go. Here’s where they sent him.
Frugal Traveler: An Insider’s Itinerary on Sweden’s Eastern Coast
On a trip devised by a Times reader, the Frugal Traveler camps in a questionable spot and solves a mystery.
Frugal Traveler: In Southern Sweden, Singing the Blues and Medieval Jousting
The Frugal Traveler hits two very different, very affordable festivals in Sweden, taking in the Alabama Lovesnakes and a wedding along the way.
Frugal Traveler: Partying Above the Arctic Circle, on the Lofoten Islands of Norway
On a visit to Norway’s remote Lofoten Islands, the Frugal Traveler finds perpetual daylight, whale steaks and plenty of friendly Norwegians. But what about bargains?