Budget Travel
Information on Caribbean budget travel destinations, deals and more.
Caribbean Freebies
The best things in life are free, and while the Caribbean can't guarantee you health and happiness (though it's a great place to find either!), some of the best island experiences won't cost you a dime. Topping the list of great island freebees, of course, is going to the beach (most are free and open to the public), but you'll also find no-charge guided nature hikes, factory tours (some with fre…
The best things in life are free, and while the Caribbean can't guarantee you health and happiness (though it's a great place to find either!), some of the best island experiences won't cost you a dime. Topping the list of great island freebees, of course, is going to the beach (most are free and open to the public), but you'll also find no-charge guided nature hikes, factory tours (some with fre…
Budget Travel in Antigua
Money-saving tips and budget-travel suggestions for a visit to Antigua and Barbuda.
Money-saving tips and budget-travel suggestions for a visit to Antigua and Barbuda.
Caribbean Budget Travel Tips and Destinations
You may have to mortgage the house to afford a trip to Asia or Europe thanks to the weak dollar, and astronomical airfares have made budgeting for vacation a challenge. But the Caribbean remains a great option for budget travel: most islands are close to the U.S., low labor costs keep prices low in many destinations, the region is well-served by pay-one-price cruise lines and all-inclusive hotels…
You may have to mortgage the house to afford a trip to Asia or Europe thanks to the weak dollar, and astronomical airfares have made budgeting for vacation a challenge. But the Caribbean remains a great option for budget travel: most islands are close to the U.S., low labor costs keep prices low in many destinations, the region is well-served by pay-one-price cruise lines and all-inclusive hotels…
Caribbean Budget Travel Advice
The current economic downturn hasn't stopped people from traveling -- more tourists visited the Caribbean in 2008 than in 2007, for example -- but tighter budgets have made saving money wherever you can while traveling even more important. Here's some budget travel tips from my colleagues at the Society of American Travel Writers, along with my advice on tailoring their advice to a Caribb…
The current economic downturn hasn't stopped people from traveling -- more tourists visited the Caribbean in 2008 than in 2007, for example -- but tighter budgets have made saving money wherever you can while traveling even more important. Here's some budget travel tips from my colleagues at the Society of American Travel Writers, along with my advice on tailoring their advice to a Caribb…
A Guide to Budget Travel to Puerto Rico
For a tropical Caribbean island with world-class beaches and amenities, Puerto Rico might not seem like the ideal destination for budget travelers looking for an exotic getaway. But this island can be surprisingly affordable for the savvy tourist. There are great bargains to be found, as well as numerous incentives and deals designed to help you save money.
For a tropical Caribbean island with world-class beaches and amenities, Puerto Rico might not seem like the ideal destination for budget travelers looking for an exotic getaway. But this island can be surprisingly affordable for the savvy tourist. There are great bargains to be found, as well as numerous incentives and deals designed to help you save money.
Budget Travel in the Eastern Caribbean
Traveling on a budget in the Caribbean is easier than many other places because the currencies here are stable. U.S. travelers will find their dollar's value has changed very little over the years against the currencies used here, and many of these islands have not yet fully developed overpriced tourist facilities. Check out seven top destinations for a visit to the Eastern Caribbean on a budget.
Traveling on a budget in the Caribbean is easier than many other places because the currencies here are stable. U.S. travelers will find their dollar's value has changed very little over the years against the currencies used here, and many of these islands have not yet fully developed overpriced tourist facilities. Check out seven top destinations for a visit to the Eastern Caribbean on a budget.