Frugal Traveler

On an epic road trip, a family plots a course from Alaska to the Lower 48, passing through some of Canada’s most spectacular scenery. The tally: 2,200 miles, five national parks, numerous hot springs and one excellent reindeer hot dog.

Are you a flexible traveler? Holland America’s standby cruises may be for you. The cost: $49 a day, excluding fees, taxes and extras. The catch: It might be a hair-raising, last-minute scramble.

A new agreement by Visa and Mastercard to reduce fees charged to merchants may drain the lucrative rewards that grant free travel to many credit card users.

We put the California county, known for its exclusive towns and fancy golf courses, to the frugal test, combining a hefty dose of stunning nature with affordable restaurants, budget lodgings and a few splurges.

American Airlines recently announced new restrictions on point allocation based on how you book a flight. What does that mean for loyalty members?

Some states and resorts offer discounted passes for children and teens, knowing that those who start young tend to keep coming back.

Can a thrifty traveler afford this “end-of-the-road” Florida hot spot? Getting around on a rented bike and staying in a four-person dorm room helps.

Bargain shoppers will find discounts on hotels, resorts, far-flung tours and cruises. The key is to act quickly before they disappear.

The heat, mobs and high prices of recent summers are making off-season travel more popular — perhaps too popular, some say, as they watch prices rise and crowds grow.

Getting a vacation rental with a good kitchen is a must for many budget travelers and those who explore destinations through cooking.