Budget Travel & Discounts
• AAA - Even if your car insurance covers roadside assistance, the discounts offered to AAA members by hotels, rental car companies and the like more than make up for the cost of joining.
• BradsDeals – This is a great place to find coupons and sales on anything you might need for your trip from rental cars and restaurants to clothing or baby gear.
• City Pass – CityPass has discount programs in 10 big cities, like New York, Hollywood, and Toronto. Citypass offers up to 50% off the price of popular attraction admissions.
• Guide to Military Travel - Travel discounts abound here for members of the U.S. military and their family members.
• HomeExchange– Save money by swapping houses for your vacation. You can view available homes around the world for free. A limited one-year membership costs $99.95 allows you to post and exchange your home.
• Hostelling International – Hostelling isn't just for college kids! Many hostels feature larger "family rooms" for those traveling with kids. Choosing a hostel instead of a hotel saves money and is a fun way to meet other traveling families.
• Travelzoo – Enter your email address to receive their weekly Top 20 list of best travel deals.
• Cheap & Free Things to Do - Visit UpTake's Cheap Vacations page for some budget-friendly ideas for your next trip.
• Vacation Rentals By Owner – Rent a home away from home. Have room to spread out for often less than the cost of renting a cramped hotel room.
For more information on this topic see:
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Dream Trips on a Budget
• 8 Tips for Great Travel Deals
Babytalk magazine
• More Budget Articles
Have we missed something? Let us know if there is a travel or parenting resource you particularly love and why so we can add it to our list!
