2022/23 update: Since first traveling to Southeast Asia in 2012, I’ve revisited the region nearly yearly, logging over 2.5 cumulative years. Over that time some prices have changed, and this post reflects those numbers. Back in 2012, I spent a glorious 8 continuous months backpacking in Southeast Asia on a long-term traveler’s budget. This meant […]
How Much Does a Costa Rica Trip Cost?
This post was written by Emily Becker, a Mexico-based freelance writer for BMTM. This seems to be the question on the mind of anyone who wants to go to Costa Rica. After all, it’s one of the more expensive places in Latin America and has a wide range of options for different kinds of travelers. […]
12 of the Best Cheap Beach Vacations in the USA
Going on a beach vacation in the United States doesn’t have to be an ultra-indulgent affair. While many budget travelers tend to avoid seaside towns because of high-season sticker shock, there are plenty of cheap beach vacations on American shores to choose from. With some careful planning, even popular seaside destinations can be more affordable. […]
15 of the Cheapest Tropical Islands to Visit
It’s time to debunk the misconception that tropical island destinations are only for mega-luxurious vacations that cost an arm and a leg. In many parts of the world, it’s actually more affordable to stay on a beautiful island as opposed to a big, bustling city. Sure, it might take a bit of out-of-the-box thinking to […]
The Cost of Traveling in Iceland (and How to Save)
Iceland has increasingly become a more popular tourist destination thanks to its incredible landscape and cheap flights from Europe and North America. While the country is expensive, Iceland is the kind of beautiful that makes it worth the cost of visiting, and there’s so much that you can see and do, even if you only have […]