How Not to Blow Your Money Abroad on Vacation

One great secret to having a great vacation is knowing how NOT to blow your money abroad. Because if you do, you may likely end up with a huge debt. And all the good memories of that vacation will be buried deep in bills and demand notices you do not know how to pay back. Here we talk about how you can plan your travel budget and avoid spending frivolously while gallivanting abroad.

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The Ultimate Budget Guide to Your American Vacation

Are you thinking of traveling to America? You definitely should! With some of the most beautiful sites in the world and incredible experiences, there is so much to see, do, and explore. If you’ve looked around at booking already, you may be thrown off by the expenses, especially if you’ve already got a quote. However, it is possible to explore this great country on a budget. So, if you’re interested, keep on reading! We’re going to be discussing the ultimate budget guide to your American Vacation.

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Tayrona National Park – A Great Weekend Escape from Cartagena

If I had to say there was one can’t miss spot for a weekend get away from Cartagena, it would have to be Tayrona National Park, located just north of Santa Marta. Colombia’s most well known national park, Tayrona offers beautiful scenery with the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range running into the Caribbean Sea and mostly unspoiled beaches.

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The Gorge White House, Hood River, Oregon
The Gorge White House, a fantastic winery in Hood River, Oregon

Affordable Weekend Trips in the Pacific Northwest

The northwestern states of the U.S.A., along with the stretch of Pacific coastline in Canada's province of British Columbia, constitute a region known as the "PNW" or Pacific Northwest. This area is known for progressive and modern cities, stunning old-growth forests, beautiful mountains, rugged coastlines, and friendly people. For those that live nearby (or even if you're coming from far away), plenty of affordable destinations can be found in this region for a good weekend trip. Or, if you have a full week, why not combine several of the destinations together?

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