U.S. Dollar as a Budget Travel Tool

Exchange rates vary, sometimes greatly, in short periods of time. But when a currency loses value against the U.S. Dollar, a budget traveler pays less than visitors in previous years. This exchange discount applies to everything. The strategy: find countries where the local currency has been devalued against the dollar. 

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us U.S. Dollar as a Budget Travel Tool Exchange rates vary, sometimes greatly, in short periods of time. But when a currency loses value against the U.S. Dollar, a budget traveler pays less than visitors in previous years. This exchange discount applies to everything. The strategy: find countries where the local currency has been devalued against the dollar.  Mark Kahler Budget Travel Expert 10 Places where the U.S. Dollar Empowers Budget Travelers   Find a great exchange rate, and enjoy discounted travel. Here are 10 places where currency exchange is favorable this year against the U.S. Dollar. READ NOW Baggage Fees for Top 10 Airlines   Don't arrive at the airport with limited knowledge of the baggage fees you'll be forced to pay. When you get the costs, you might just opt for one-bag, carry-on travel. READ NOW 7 Well-Connected Amtrak Stations   As you plan spring break and summer travel, don't forget about train connections. When you step off the train in these U.S. locations, you find close connections to attractions and transportation.   READ NOW Land Some Serious Student Travel Discounts   Senior discounts might start as early as 50, but student discounts begin in the travel industry as early as age 12. So If you're between 12-26, the travel industry considers you a student traveler. There are discounts to be enjoyed.   READ NOW Should You Take Public Transit to the Airport?   Nancy Parode writes about an experiment she conducted that involved airports and public transportation.   READ NOW Deals of the Week   Here's the latest list of 10 travel deals. Many of these links lead to offers with a very limited shelf life, so if you're interested, act quickly.  READ NOW Advertisement About Budget Travel  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Budget Travel newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.