Hi Frugalistas and France Travel Planners! This is the first post written for both Frugalistas and France Travel Planners, because I know you will all want to read this post. I’ve been recommending The Tour Guy for some time now, based on others’ feedback, but on my recent trip to France we had the opportunity […]
5 simple safety travel tips for female travellers
Travelling solo is both liberating and often a little nerve wracking. If you’re planning on being a solo travelling female then having a few pre-travel jitters is completely normal. With so much to think about, staying safe whilst travelling should certainly be a priority. However it doesn’t have to be as complicated or as difficult […]
Versailles Day Trip: Plan your day trip to Versailles from Paris
Hi France Travel Planners! With nearly 10 million visitors every year, the Palace of Versailles is one of the most visited historic sites in the world. Featuring near the top of many Paris day trips list of must dos, questions about taking a day trip to Versailles from Paris fill online forums such as the […]
Current Paris exhibitions: the Van Gogh exhibition Paris
Hi Frugalistas! If you saw my review of the Gustav Klimt exhibition at the Ateliers des Lumières in Paris last year, you’ll know I rated it a must do in Paris. For their 2019 exhibition, the Ateliers is featuring Van Gogh. If you are planning a trip to Paris, are interested in art exhibitions in […]
Best Barcelona Food – a Culinary Backstreets Barcelona Food Tour
Hi Frugalistas! Barcelona is often cited as an example of overtourism – too many people ruining what is, at its heart, a beautiful and vibrant city. On our recent visit to Barcelona, Miss G, Mr Frugalfirstclass and myself were able to find an authentic, untouristed version of Barcelona, courtesy of our Culinary Backstreets Barcelona food […]
Top Luxury Trips in Latin America
Arguably, South America has some of the best holiday locations in the world. In the report on the Telegraph in the UK, the organization named Latin America as part of the world with the best beaches on Earth. Every year, millions of people from all over the world including Europe, the United States, Canada, Australia, […]
Paris day trips: the best day trips from Paris
Hi France Travel Planners! Welcome to your new post just for France Travel Planning subscribers. When you travel to France you will no doubt want to spend time in Paris. Whether it is your first trip to Paris or you’ve visited Paris many times, you will no doubt want to do some Paris day trips. […]
Honolulu: Waikiki Hotels, Waikiki Things To Do and Honolulu Daytrips
Hi Frugalistas! Are you planning a trip to Honolulu? I know it’s a popular place to visit. On a recent trip to Honolulu I got to check out some great Waikiki hotels, Waikiki things to do as well as some great Oahu day trips. Flying the enjoyable Hawaiian Airlines Business Class, I spent a fabulous […]
Things to do in Montmartre: a Montmartre walking tour
Hi Frugalistas! I know it’s many people’s favourite place in Paris and it’s certainly one of the most famous places in Paris, but I must admit Montmartre has never really done it for me. It’s never been one of my favourite places to visit in Paris. Too many tourists, too many Paris scammers, too hilly, […]
Four budget Paris food treats under $100
Hi Frugalistas! Regular readers will know that I love having a luxurious experience that doesn’t break the bank when I travel. I believe that regardless of your travel budget you can have a first class experience. It’s all about deciding on your budget, and then finding the absolute best version of your treat or experience […]