An interesting question arose in the spring of 2025, just before the summer holiday season kicked in. Travel platform Afar posted the headline: “Is It Ever Worth Going Into Debt to Travel?” One might ...

Planning and budgeting for a vacation can be stressful and a lot of work, as more people are choosing to make their own ...

Michelle Perry Higgins is the Principal and Financial Advisor at California Financial Advisors, managing over $1.9 billion in assets. Named one of Investopedia’s Top 100 Financial Advisors in 2022, ...

Travel isn't cheap, but Americans refuse to give it up. Here's how they're making it work.

Budget travel has always been about doing more with less. But now it’s becoming less about sacrifice and more about strategy. With a wave of AI-powered finance tools changing how travelers manage ...

Discover how to travel affordably without sacrificing memorable experiences. Smart planning, choosing budget destinations, ...

The phrase budget travel doesn’t exactly conjure up the most elegant tropes: hostels, overnight buses, two-for-one drink deals. But beyond the tired stereotypes, there is a wealth of travel advice ...

Budget season isn’t just about numbers—it’s about vision. As a hotel finance executive, I have found that success in 2026 will come down to discipline, collaboration, and clarity. Hoteliers face a ...