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Although Mexico is already cheap by world standards, here’s a great information on how to travel Mexico on a small budget.
clipped from almostfearless.com
If you are watching the economy it is very easy to get depressed and not plan any vacations. However, now is actually the time to travel, it is the time to see the world, to discover your inner college backpacker. Although, it would help to make your traveling as cheap as possible.

When you go largely dictates how much you will be spending. Tourist high season in many parts is from October-April. This is when all the snow birds and cruise ships come in. Prices can easily double during this time in most touristy areas of Mexico.
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Here’s a fun list of signs that might tell you that you are a true backpacker.
clipped from www.nomadicmatt.com

Backpackers
You don’t know what to write down when asked for your permanent address
You don’t know what to write down for occupation on the custom’s forms.
Pasta has been your main meal- for months. Sometimes you mix it by putting chicken in it.
You wear the same shirt for a week.
You wear the same jeans for two weeks.
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Here’s a good list of free online tools for cheap travel.
clipped from mashable.com
CheapAir.com - Searches for all regular and sale fares at the same time and allows you to filter the results on the fly via Ajax so there are no reloading delays.
Momondo.com - Offers search for nearly 500 airlines in nine languages.
Vayama.com - Uses an interactive map to help you choose your airports. Also generates 3D seat maps for your plane to help you choose your seat.
CheapFlights.com - Also operates CheapFlights.co.uk. In the US they assist you with finding cheap tickets via JetBlue, American Airlnes, Orbitz and Priceline amongst others.
CheapTickets.com - Offers up flights, car rentals, cruises and even train tickets.
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CNN has some great tips on saving money while traveling in Miami, Florida.
clipped from www.cnn.com
If you’re adventurous and on a tight budget, consider staying in a hostel. Rooms can house anywhere between three and 14 travelers, sleeping on bunk beds, from $18 a night per person to about $40, depending on season and room size. Hostels in Miami Beach include Tropics Hotel & Hostel (1550 Collins Ave.), Jazz on South Beach Hostel (321 Collins Ave.), and South Beach Hostel (235 Washington Ave.).

Enjoying Miami's unique architecture and attractions doesn't have to break the bank.
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Here’s a cool site that let you reserve hostels instead of hotels, great idea for budget travelers.
clipped from www.hostels.net

Welcome to Hostels.net - an online network of independent hostels worldwide. We offer a wide range of quality budget accommodation for backpackers and budget travellers in destinations all over the world including Australia, America and Europe. Choose from over 5,500 hostels listed with new properties being added daily

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Here’s a site that can tell you some of the cheaper ways to travel.
clipped from www.darngooddigs.com

Jake's Resort, Treasure Beach, Jamaica

Darngooddigs.com is the spot for budget-minded travelers to share their all-time favorite hotels, inns, and bed and breakfasts. All Darn Good Digs are independently owned, have rooms from US$1 to $150, and stand out for their originality, spectacular locations, scrumptious food, and great vibes.

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