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Category Archives: Frugal Traveler
Frugal Traveler: A Low-Brow Day in Harvard’s Backyard
Why pursue refined activities in Cambridge, Mass., when you can catch a roller derby match or pop into the nearby Museum of Bad Art?
Frugal Traveler: 7 Steps to a Cheaper Hotel Room
Confused about how to find a good deal on a place to stay? The Frugal Traveler put together this guide to help you land the right room at the right price.
Frugal Traveler: Armadillo to Açaí – Flavors of a World Cup Journey
The Frugal Traveler’s route to the soccer tournament was adventurous — and so were some of his meals.
Frugal Traveler: The Delights and Challenges of French Guiana
Cutting a path through this small South American country involved sweat, strangers and serendipity. Did it all pay off?
Frugal Traveler: To the World Cup, the Long Way Round
A 16-day, four-country, two-canoe, one-4×4 alternative route to the World Cup in Brazil. Article and video.
Frugal Traveler: Getting to the Heart of Suriname
As he winds his way to the World Cup, the Frugal Traveler stops in Suriname, where he travels in the interior by boat, and experiences a chaotic slice of the capital.
Frugal Traveler: Saving, and Splurging, in Guyana
On the way to the World Cup in Brazil, the Frugal Traveler keeps basic costs low, but splurges on a boat trip and a flight to Guyana’s top attraction, Kaieteur Falls.
Frugal Traveler: A Winding, Watery Way to the World Cup
The goal: Reach Natal, Brazil, in time for the United States’ opening match. The route: That’s a lot less straightforward.
Frugal Traveler: The Poconos for a Pittance
Looking for a cheap getaway, the Frugal Traveler heads to Pennsylvania where he finds bargains on everything from a rustic cabin to a beer at Hurricane Helen’s Pub.