Gap-year breaks are booming and travel options are far more diverse now than a few decades ago. But if you do something relevant to future work or studies, you can get more out of your travels than just an adventure... ...read
If you resent forking out for the pleasureless extra costs associated with going away, check out The Crafty Traveller's tips for slashing airport-related spending
Holidays in Britain have become more popular in the last two years. But that doesn't mean that the country has sold out for this summer. Fred Mawer explains how to bag a deal.
Still haven't booked your big summer break? There's no need to panic, thanks to World Cup Fever, volcanic ash and euro exchange rates. Fred Mawer shows where to find bargains.
Is 'posh camping' ever really worth the money? And more to the point, can you do it in Britain? Fred Mawer puts these questions to the test as he whisks his brood to Lancashire.
Although EU fees are falling for talking and texting, you'll still be stung if you're not careful - especially if you're on holiday outside the EU. Follow Crafty Traveller Fred Mawer's tips on how to ring the changes and come back with a phone bill that won't burn a hole in your wallet ...read
With prices soaring, hiring a rental car is an increasingly expensive prospect. Fred Mawer explains how to keep the bill down when you pick up your keys this summer.
Crafty Traveller Fred Mawer reveals how you can slash the cost of finding that perfect place in the sun by renting in an appealing but less fashionable region.
One consequence of the Icelandic ash cloud is that 2010 may be a boom year for ferries. Fred Mawer looks at Europe's key routes - and explains how to get the best deals.
Don't want to pay a fortune for that 'budget' flight? Fred Mawer explains how to pick your way through the minefield of fees and add-ons that the 'low-cost' carriers charge...
Britain's major theme parks have just opened for the 2010 season with intriguing new attractions. Read our tips on money-saving strategies and how to get the best out of your visit ...read
A family trip to one of Britain's top theme parks doesn't need to cost an arm and a leg. Here's the Crafty way to save money when buying tickets for the parks.
It's the right time to take a great value spring break in Amsterdam. Crafty Traveller Fred Mawer reveals the secrets of seeing old masters and finding a place to stay on a budget.
When most destinations are at their very best weatherwise, it's usually high season, meaning high prices. But why not head abroad in the 'shoulder' season and make some savings?
Some, like Rachel Weisz, may choose to fly in BA's updated and extortionate First Class... but for the rest of us, there are ways to survive cattle class.
Not only is it vital to have travel insurance if you're going abroad, but it's also crucial to ensure the policy gives you appropriate cover, says Fred Mawer with some top tips.
There are several reasons to consider an all-inclusive break in 2010 - not least that such a holiday can be great value for money. Fred Mawer explains how to bag a bargain.
Cologne is now only four hours away by train and more accessible than ever, but the scourge of rail travel is still it's expenive and fares can be steep, warns Fred Mawer.
Book with care and you'll find prices up to 25 per cent lower than last year, says Crafty Traveller Fred Mawer as he checks out deals to Mexico, Dubai and Thailand.
It's that time of year when we all hope for a few days in a foreign city. Fred Mawer picks out a batch of hotels in much-loved destinations - and shows how to do a weekend cheaply.
This year, some families were left without a vehicle - and it may be worse still next summer, warns Fred Mawer. But with a few handy hints, you can avoid the mayhem....
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