Hi Frugalistas! If you love Paris (and I know you do), this is the series of posts you’ve been waiting for. The best Paris itineraries regardless of how long you are staying in Paris. Unlike most Paris itineraries, my Paris itinerary planner includes alternatives to consider, and how to plan a trip to Paris […]
A teenager’s winter packing list for Europe
Hi Frugalistas! My daughter, MissG has just turned 15. She’s about to take her first trip to Europe without us – a school trip to Italy, Belgium and France for 14 days. Her school rules and trip itinerary create two packing inefficiencies. The girls are required to wear their sport uniform (school track suit […]
Travel Light For Your Mini Break: 6 Tips For Your Packing
This post is inspired by lyst.com. When it comes to packing for your next mini break, it actually is possible to be over-prepared. Pack too much and an unwieldy bag will weigh you down. Take too little and you’ll end up regretting leaving something behind or buying what you didn’t bring. Which is why […]
Things to do in Batemans Bay for the first time visitor
Hi Frugalistas! I’m changing pace a bit this week. I’m ashamed to admit that despite living in Sydney for over 20 years I’ve never been further south than Mollymook. So when I was approached by the team at The Esplanade in Batemans Bay it was an offer I couldn’t refuse. Apart from being just so […]
The Eccleston Square Hotel, London – why you need to plan your visit now
Hi Frugalistas! I’m always on the lookout for the perfect frugal, but still first class hotel. You know the sort of hotel I mean – in an unbeatable central location, with local charm, a little luxury, and I definitely want it at a good price. In expensive cities like London, it’s not so hard to […]
What to wear on a river cruise in Europe
Hi Frugalistas! Yet again I’m inspired to write a post based on reader questions. When it comes to a river cruise Europe is certainly a popular destination. Over the last few years I’ve had a number of questions from readers about a packing guide for a river cruise in Europe. It’s a question I […]
A Few Days In Romania
Romania can be one of the best destinations in Europe for travellers who would rather not spend too much money. It’s relatively easy to get to from many other places in Europe, the cost of living (or visiting) can be less extravagant, and much of what you’ll enjoy is simple sightseeing. So, let’s talk about […]
The best Paris guidebooks you’ve never heard of
Hi Frugalistas! How do you plan a trip to France? While I do read blogs I must admit I do still like a hard copy guidebook. When it comes to Paris, I love just buying books about Paris as well as more traditional guidebooks. Because Paris is one of the most visited cities in […]
12th arrondissement: a friendly Paris neighbourhood
Hi Frugalistas! I love it when readers tell me what they want read more about on frugal first class travel. When I wrote my earlier post on my spring travel plans, a number of readers expressed interest in learning about the 12th arrondissement of Paris. I was visiting and staying in the 12th for […]
Kensington Palace: Diana fashion exhibition and more
Hi Frugalistas! Princess Diana was only a few years older than me. Like many young women I “oohed” and “aahed” over her fairytale wedding to Prince Charles. I enjoyed watching her go from “Shy Di” to the confident, fashion forward woman she became. Like many of you I’m sure, I remember exactly where I […]