Good news theater lovers! Broadway is slowly returning to the stage for the first time since it closed on March 12, 2020, due to COVID-19. This fall promises a number of shows to see including Hamilton, Chicago, and To Kill a Mockingbird. Before you get your tickets, just note that vaccinations and masks will be » Read more
United States: Budget Travel Guide
Do you love wildlife, the beach and free street parking? Then La Jolla Cove is the beach for you! Located in beautiful San Diego, California, La Jolla has a lot to offer budget travelers looking to save on a beach vacation. Best of all, the weather here is ideal year-round with temperatures almost always warm. » Read more
Zuma beach in Malibu is one of my best-kept secrets, and I’m sharing it with you! Zuma is tucked into the coastline near Malibu. Many people head straight for Malibu, where you can expect crowds and astronomical parking fees — if you can even find a parking spot. But Zuma is quieter, more secluded. And » Read more
Redondo Beach is one of the cleaner beaches in the Los Angeles area. Santa Monica is one of the most popular beaches in the area with its action-packed pier, but don’t ignore this less-crowded beach that also has a pretty lively pier. Exploring more of the western U.S.? Here’s our guide to the best West » Read more
Nestled along the edge of Olympic National Park against a coastal forest, Rialto Beach is an awe-inspiring nature escape. You’ll see islands dotting the horizon as you walk among the misty, driftwood-covered shoreline. If you are ready to be truly stunned by the natural beauty of the U.S., read on for tips on what to » Read more
Surf’s up at Manhattan Beach, California, where you’ll rarely see the waters without a swarm of swimmers and surfers. Located in Southwestern Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach is great for athletic types who love to move when they’re out in the sun. So run, don’t walk, to book a stay for the best rates! Other affordable » Read more
The West Coast is the Best Coast, as they say, and after a few years of living here, I have to agree. While I love to escape to the desert and the mountains, both of which are abundant here, there’s something special about looking out to the ocean, feeling the gentle sea breeze, and squishing » Read more
Let’s be honest: Times Square has never been a great place to eat, especially on a budget. Real New Yorkers try to avoid the area altogether. And for some curious reason, tourists visiting one of the world’s great culinary destinations seem content packing into the same old mediocre chain restaurants they find back home. Applebee’s » Read more
It’s no secret that a trip to The Big Apple can cost a pretty penny. That’s why we reached out to loyal EuroCheapo follower and contributor, Chip Pate, for his best advice on how to save in the city. As a longtime Cheapo, a Broadway fiend, and a lover of all things New York City, Chip » Read more
Other than maybe a slice of pizza (around $3) or a walk in Central Park (free), New York is not known for its budget finds — especially when it comes to hotels! However, you’d be surprised at how many cheap hotels in Manhattan you can find… if you know where to look. Searching for availability on » Read more
We always experience culture differences as foreigners in Paris, and I’ve written about it before. (See my previous post “Are Parisians Rude?”) But what about the other side of the coin? How do Parisians react when visiting the States? During a holiday luncheon with some Parisian friends while in New York, we Americans were allowed » Read more
