When someone you care about travels internationally, it’s easy to be overwhelmed with worry. You might wonder about what might happen if they get sick or injured, or how they’ll reach you in an emergency. These concerns are natural, but with thorough preparation, you can help keep them safe. Policies and paperwork Skip the bare-bones […]
Your Guide to Traveling Italy’s Cities by Train
If you’re dreaming of a vacation traveling across Italy, discovering its many wonders without spending too much, you’ll need to plan every detail with great care. When it comes to transportation, the train is without a doubt the best option for combining speed and affordability. It also offers the chance to enjoy a surprisingly pleasant […]
Maximize Your Vacation Wardrobe with These Beach Essentials
The terms ‘luxury’ and ‘budget’ seem contradictory, but stylish sophistication is not entirely hinged on a hefty price tag. As a seasoned travel enthusiast, unraveling the secrets of budget-friendly, high-end wardrobe planning is like discovering an exotic, uncharted island. Whether you’re planning an extended break in Bali or a blissful weekend in Miami, your vacation […]
Traveling to Estonia as a New Mother? Here Are 3 Important Things to Know
Picture this: the soft, golden light of the sun casting a warm glow on cobblestone streets. The cool air is carrying the scent of fresh pine and blooming flowers. There’s a feeling of total calm, of time slowing down just enough to catch your breath. Welcome to the breathtaking land of Estonia, where the countryside […]
Signature dishes to try in Kansas for families
Every great city has some defining dishes and Kansas City is no exception. These signature dishes not only feed the countless number of locals, but are also a hit with the visitors too who walk through the restaurant doors. Being a part of the Great Plains, Kansas has very few tourist sights, therefore the food […]
Black Friday deals 2024 are here
Hi Frugalistas and France Travel Planners! Well, it’s the best time of the year for frugal first class travellers – Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are here. Because we all want to spend less and travel more, and have a first class time on a frugal budget Black Friday deals are an important travel […]
Rome three day itinerary: after 30 years the eternal city is the same but different
Hi Frugalistas! The last stop on our recent trip to Italy was Rome. It had been 30 years since I had visited Rome and Mr Frugalfirstclass had never been before, so I was keen to see whether it was still the magical city I remembered. On our Rome three day itinerary we had the opportunity […]
We spent two nights in Florence: this is what we did
Hi Frugalistas! Continuing our travels in Italy, after our relaxing stay in Tuscany we spent two nights in Florence. I had been to Florence as a day trip over 30 years ago, but Mr Frugalfirstclass had never been, so we obviously had a lot of catching up to do. This is how we spent our […]
Relaxing in Tuscany: exploring the hill towns of Tuscany
Hi Frugalistas! We were looking forward to our trip to Tuscany and exploring all the best places to visit in Tuscany. But after a hectic trip around Normandy, once we got into the Tuscan countryside, relaxing in Tuscany seemed like the right thing to do. Rather than driving long distances from our Tuscan resort to […]
Best London walks: a Westminster walk
Hi Frugalistas! London is not necessarily known as one of the best walking cities in Europe – with its fabulous underground train network and huge crowds, walking is not always seen as the best way to get around London. But when we visited London in the summer of 2019 we discovered one London walk that […]