Budget Travel

Feb 23, 2024 • 6 min read

It’s not hard to take in the scope of Beijing without spending a single yuan, thanks to our list of the city’s 10 best free experiences.

Feb 22, 2024 • 5 min read

The Maldives is not a cheap place to visit, but there are ways to make your money stretch further. Here are our top budget tips.

Feb 22, 2024 • 6 min read

Los Angeles is a playground for the rich and famous, true. But here’s the scoop on the free and fabulous in this famous city.

Feb 21, 2024 • 5 min read

Québec City may be known as an expensive destination in Canada but that doesn't mean you can't visit on a budget. Here's everything you need to know.

Feb 21, 2024 • 8 min read

In a famously expensive place, these tips will help see the best of the city for less. Here’s how to visit Los Angeles on a budget.

Feb 20, 2024 • 5 min read

It’s easy to enjoy the pleasures of French-Canadian culture without spending a penny. Here are our picks for the best free experiences in Québec City.

Feb 19, 2024 • 7 min read

If you’re looking to travel to South Korea on a budget, follow this money-saving guide, from advice on SIM cards to tips on transit.

Feb 17, 2024 • 6 min read

Stretch your budget in Seoul with these top money-saving tips and a guide to daily costs.

Feb 15, 2024 • 6 min read

From shoulder season bargains to free attractions, here's how to visit Abu Dhabi without blowing your budget.

Feb 12, 2024 • 9 min read

Visits to Abu Dhabi's temples of indulgence can quickly add up, but venture further to find an abundance of activities that don’t cost anything at all.

Feb 8, 2024 • 9 min read

Use these money-saving tips for a cheap trip to San Francisco.

Jan 30, 2024 • 5 min read

In Nigeria, there are many ways to save your naira if you know how the locals roll. Here are some tips on how to experience the country on a budget.

Jan 28, 2024 • 7 min read

These top tips along with a guide to daily costs can help you plan your budget for a visit to Bhutan.

Jan 17, 2024 • 6 min read

Bali on the cheap? Most would struggle to spend a lottery jackpot here. If you do need to save some money, here's how.

Jan 17, 2024 • 6 min read

Lonely Planet's Director of Social Media, Deepa Lakshmin, visited Rabat, Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Fez and Marrakesh by bus. Here's how you can too.

Jan 10, 2024 • 7 min read

You can still see the best of Cuba even without a huge budget. Here are our tips on getting the most out of your money.

Jan 10, 2024 • 6 min read

Peru has long been a destination for backpackers on a budget and now other travelers have caught on – here's how to make your money go further on the road.

Jan 6, 2024 • 7 min read

The Cuban capital is a wonderfully vibrant city and you don't need to break the bank to see it. Here's how to visit Havana on a budget.

Jan 6, 2024 • 7 min read

Here’s how to eat, drink and merrymake with Bordelais sass and cent-smart panache.

Dec 28, 2023 • 5 min read

Though it's more costly than its Central American neighbors, Belize is not beyond the reach of budget travelers. Just use our 9 top tips to plan your trip.

Dec 26, 2023 • 7 min read

Wonderfully intact Maya ruins and reef-fringed tropical islands are just two of the many attractions in Honduras. Here's how to enjoy it all on a budget.

Dec 12, 2023 • 5 min read

Head to the market. Work out by the seafront. Take the bus. Follow these and other tips to get the most out of Lima no matter how tight your budget.