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5 Tips for Creating a Travel Budget

When you're getting ready to take a big trip, you've definitely got a lot on your plate. There are a ton of different things that can go into a big vacation, especially when you've got a lot of people that you're going to be bringing with you. Traveling by yourself is definitely a blast. Seeing a brand new part of the world and experiencing something completely different in the way of culture can be a very eye-opening experience. When you've got an entirely family, though, leaving them behind isn't always an option. Taking everybody on a vacation can get to be super expensive. If you're a smart traveler, though, you will always make sure that you travel with a budget. Most of us have to basically surrender our incomes when we take a trip, so you should make sure you're not spending too much money. It's no fun to be in the red when you get back from vacation. When you want to make sure you're not going to spend too much money on vacation, you w

5 Things to Consider When Planning a Romantic Weekend Getaway

There are a slew of generally accepted romantic practices that you can employ as a way to show your devotion to either a new love interest or a long-term partner. You might send roses, dine at a fancy restaurant, or serenade your love by moonlight. But whether things are just starting to get serious or you're trying to spice up a relationship that's hit the doldrums, a romantic weekend getaway could be just the ticket to let the other person know how you feel. And here are a few things you'll want to consider when planning your mini vacay of love. 1. Cost. There's just no getting around this one, especially in a recession economy. You might be keen to pull out all the stops, but if the cost of your plans comes at the expense of paying your monthly bills, your one true love might be none too pleased after the fact. Luckily, there are tons of ways to make romantic plans without going over budget. Heck, planning a day trip to the lake, complete with a picnic in the

How to Budget and Save for a Luxurious Vacation

Budgeting is something that most adults should be doing all the time, and while many of us fail to write out and adhere to strict budgets, we still have a basic mental budget to ensure that we don't spend so much on groceries and entertainment that there isn't enough left over to pay the bills each month. But if you're not familiar with the many benefits that come with planning a precise budget, then you may not realize that you can use it to help you save money for major expenses down the road, such as a down payment on a home or car, or even a luxurious vacation. So if you're tired of waiting for the recession to end so that you can start planning the 4-star trip of a lifetime to the sun-drenched beaches of Maui, the twinkling avenues of Paris, or the ancient and awe-inspiring pyramids of Giza, then here are a few budgeting tips that will help you to start saving now for your dream vacation. The place to begin is with a household budget, if you don't already h