Budget travel

Ever wonder how to travel the world affordable or even for free? These are adventures done on a shoestring budget along with tips about how you can do the same.

A pile of coins from different countries, like England, France, Germany, Canada and more.

Scott’s travel budget calculator

The goal of a travel budget is NOT to spend as little as possible. The goal IS to spend intentionally on what matters most to you. I've distilled decades of travel experience into a practical tool that helps you calculate what your journey will really cost.
Tim Moss pictured on the left as adventurer summiting an icy mountain, on the left in a suit as an accountant. "Why I quite being an adventurer to become an accountant.

Why I quit being an adventurer to become an accountant

Tim Moss explains how being an accountant is more fulfilling than being a full-time professional adventurer. Don't worry, he explains how you can do both.
Vietnamese money, called Dong, piled on a colorful bed spread.

How much does it cost to cycle around the world?

How to budget for an epic journey around the world on a bicycle. This article includes guidelines and the actual budget from a real trip around the world. Would you be surprised it only cost $22 per day?
The Zambia 100 and 500 Kwacha notes. And the 5, 10 and 20 Kwacha notes from Malawi.

Money: The third most important factor while traveling

Money may be the least romantic aspect of travel, but it's often the determining factor in how long your journey can last. We discuss why and where to spend your money (the philosophy). Plus, we discuss practical tips, security and tips to save money.
A beautiful button and copper wire sculpture of a penny farthing bicycle. Photographed on on top of a lime in a tree..

Bicycle buttons

As a bicyclist and a very creative person, I wanted to add something to my travels and created the velobotones — small bikes made of wire and colorful buttons.
Andy Graham Hobo Traveler

Hobo Traveler: Third World Travel

Andy discusses what the term "Third World" means, and what it is like to travel in these countries.
Andy Graham Hobo Traveler

Hobo Traveler: Rio Gallegos

Andy recounts his experience on the Rio (river) Gallegos in Argentina, including some typical foods.
Fruit hat Brazil street vendor

Hobo Traveler in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Rio, an exotic mix of cultures from all over the world, people wanting to love, and play, and enjoy the sun, and hoping for something strange to happen in their life.
Shampoo leaky bottles.

Hobo Traveler: Tips for living on the road

Pop-open lids, do pop off! They pop off in your backpack and leak. Tips on how to keep bottles from leaking during your travels.