Budget Travel

Jan 22, 2020 • 5 min read

From the fun of Sin City to the jaw-dropping beauty of the national parks, this scenic route packs amazing sights and tastes into an affordable itinerary.

Jan 22, 2020 • 6 min read

Lonely Planet staffer Katharine Nelson had a festive minibreak with friends in Kraków, Poland. Here's how much she spent on the trip.

Jan 15, 2020 • 32 min read

We tracked down the best budget destinations in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Here are our favorite affordable discoveries in America in 2020.

Jan 12, 2020 • 5 min read

Did you know that with just a few handy tricks, Google Flights can be your new best friend when booking airline flights? Whether you’re after the cheapest…

Jan 5, 2020 • 5 min read

Family skiing in the French Alps is possible on a budget – if you know where to look. Here’s three great resorts for those with young skiers in tow.

Dec 19, 2019 • 5 min read

With grand stations, lush tropical countryside and some great stop-offs, Singapore to Bangkok is a wonderful train ride. Here’s how to do it yourself.

Dec 19, 2019 • 4 min read

A colourful maze of hilly streets, with golden-domed cathedrals Kyiv is one of Europe's most atmospheric cities. Here's how to spend two great days there.

Dec 16, 2019 • 5 min read

Québec City is a walkers dream: compact, picturesque, European charm. Use our free walking tour to get the most out of North America’s oldest walled city.

Dec 11, 2019 • 5 min read

After 12 months visiting over 100 countries on all seven continents, this couple offers tips on how to budget for an around-the-world trip.

Dec 9, 2019 • 5 min read

Strapped for rupees? Never fear. Kolkata has a bunch of wonderful activities that can be done for absolutely no cost. Here’s a list of some of the best.

Dec 5, 2019 • 4 min read

Beautiful Halifax features an incredible maritime coastline and rich historical landmarks, and many of its prime attractions can be seen for free.

Dec 4, 2019 • 6 min read

What better way to kick off the festive season than with a wintry weekend in Cologne?

Nov 29, 2019 • 5 min read

With world-class free museums and galleries and an abundance of green spaces, you can have an action-packed day in Glasgow without spending a penny.

Nov 27, 2019 • 7 min read

Coaches may get a bad rep, but, when plying the right route, they can be a wonderful way to travel. Here are six of the world’s most beautiful bus rides.

Nov 27, 2019 • 4 min read

From bistro dining to street food, here are eight budget-friendly eateries in Buenos Aires, proving that cheap restaurants can be cheerful.

Nov 27, 2019 • 7 min read

Anita Isalska has covered more than a dozen countries for Lonely Planet’s guidebooks, and here are a few travel-planning tips she's learned along the way.

Nov 21, 2019 • 4 min read

London is a foodie paradise and holds the perfect dinner date destination if you're in the know. We bring you budget to boujee options to impress your date

Nov 20, 2019 • 4 min read

From people-watching at the ferry terminal to visiting the city’s most beautiful mosques, here’s our pick of the best free things to do in Dhaka.

Nov 13, 2019 • 10 min read

"The plan was to stay somewhere fairly remote and quiet close to the coast, enjoy the sunshine and food, and do some gentle exploring mainly based around…

Nov 4, 2019 • 5 min read

Slovenia is home to some of the best-value skiing in the Alps. Here's Lonely Planet's guide to winter sports in this picturesque part of central Europe.

Oct 24, 2019 • 9 min read

How much would a couple spend on a mini break in Paris? One writer keeps a money diary to see.

Oct 23, 2019 • 4 min read

You don't need to spend a fortune in Germany's richest city. Here are the top ten free things to do in Stuttgart.