Europe Beckons; Penny-Pinchers Can Respond

Diving dollar be damned—here are 10 tips for wise budgeting

By Sophie Goldstein, Newser User

Posted Aug 9, 2007 2:06 PM CDT

(Newser) – The euro and the pound are kicking the dollar's butt, but that doesn't mean you need to cancel your vacation plans. The Times gives you 10 tips for traveling on a shoestring:

Find cheap flights abroad
Find a budget hotel or rent a villa
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