The Starting Out Guide to Cheap International Travel

Save on flights, lodging, ground transportation and more, so you can explore the world while you're still young.

By Miriam Cross, September 19, 2014

When you're young, facing a mountain of student debt, subsisting on an entry-level salary and dealing with the everyday expenses of living on your own for the first time, the idea of embarking on an overseas adventure might seem indulgent. But your youth might also afford you certain discounts and advantages that can help you travel on the cheap.

Money-Saving Travel Tips From Around the Web

Advice from personal finance bloggers about how to find the best deals on hotels, flights and more.

By Cameron Huddleston, August 20, 2014

Fall is almost here, which means shoulder season is upon us. This is the period between summer and the holidays when fewer people are traveling, so you can find deals on hotels and flights. Plus, it can be a good time to book your holiday travel because prices tend to be lower and more seats are available. You can save even more, though, by following these tips I found from some of our favorite personal finance bloggers. Plus, check back Friday for my round-up of affordable shoulder season destinations.

10 Fall Travel Destinations That Are on Sale

Budget-conscious travelers know that fall is a great time to get a deal on flights and accommodations. That’s because September, October and early November are slow months for the travel industry. It’s the lull between the peak summer vacation season and the winter holidays.
In addition to lower prices, you’ll also face fewer crowds at many U.S. and overseas destinations in the fall. So if you’re planning a getaway, here are ten places to consider. Fares on flights and hotel rates in these locales will be much lower this fall than during peak travel seasons, according to data from CheapAir.com and Hotwire.com.