Posted in Asia, Belgium, Canada, Caribbean, Cheap Activities, Europe, Finland, Food, France, Free Stuff, Germany, Malta, Middle East, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, USA, Web Tips, tagged Ben and Jerry's, Free Cone Day, ice cream on 21 April 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Once a year, Ben and Jerry’s gives away ice cream at its scoop shops free.
TODAY’S THE DAY!
In the U.S. and Canada, find your nearest scoop shop here.
Overseas, give one of these two links a try: 1, 2. (You’ve got a chance if you’re in Aruba, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, or the UK.)
Enjoy!
Posted in Airports, Europe, Germany, Information, Public Transport, Travel, Web Tips, tagged Berlin, Schönefeld, SXF on 27 January 2009 | 2 Comments »
A new “express” bus service now links Südkreuz train station in Berlin with Schönefeld Airport. Price: 6 euros, 4 euros with any BVG ticket, 3 euros with a weekly or monthly ticket. For those flying into Berlin, the ticket remains valid for further transit on public transportation in Berlin ABC.
This bus represents no monetary savings to Shoestring travelers.
I’m posting about the service nevertheless, as you may find that it will save you transit time, depending on where you are staying/living. For less than 2 euros more (with my monthly ticket), I may cut up to 30 minutes off my route to the airport — and that’s something worth writing about!
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Posted in Cheap Activities, Free Stuff, Travel, USA, Web Tips, tagged Barack Obama, inauguration, Politics, Washington DC on 20 January 2009 | 3 Comments »
Wherever you are in the world today celebrating (EuroCheapo’s got the partial scoop on events in Europe) — Happy Obama Day to you!
Are you headed to the Mall, attending a Ball, or watching the events on your TV in the hall? Share the stories of your Inauguration Day experience in the comments.
Posted in Airlines, Airports, Drink, Europe, Information, Packing, Shopping, Travel, USA, Web Tips, tagged duty-free, TSA on 12 January 2009 | 2 Comments »
Some friends of mine made an unhappy discovery when departing the Czech Republic with a long-sought bottle of wine (or two): their duty-free purchase was confiscated when making a connection in another EU airport.
As much as I complain about the security theater 
Americans abbreviate TSA, there is one upside to the system: once you’re in (and don’t connect in a stupid airport [ahem, JFK] where you have to exit and reenter secured areas when changing flights), you and your liquids are in. Put that chapstick back in your pocket, enjoy a long swig from your refilled water bottle — no one will bug you about those items again.
Unfortunately, if you are connecting onward through a European airport, you will be subject to repeated searches – necessitating the return of your chapstick to your 1L ziploc, the dumping of your secure-area beverages and, for the unlucky, the confisciation of your duty-free liquids, creams and gels.
How do you avoid this expensive dilemma? Find out after the jump.
Posted in Cheap Activities, Free Stuff, Sports, Travel, USA, Web Tips, tagged cross-country skiing, snowshoeing on 9 January 2009 | Leave a Comment »
On Saturday, January 10, retailers, resorts and recreation programs across the United States will be sponsoring free introductions to the outdoor sports of cross-country skiing and snoeshoeing.
If it’s not too darn cold, Winter Trails 2009 is an excellent reason to get off your kiester and get moving! Are you one of the millions of Americans who’ve resolved to shed weight this year? Take your first steps toward that goal, on a pair of free rental skis or snowshoes!
If there’s snow on the ground in your state, there is probably an event being held somewhere. Check out the full list of locations here. Before heading out, fill a thermos with your warm beverage of choice, consult the list of appropriate outdoor wear and fill out, print and sign the event release form.
Stay warm and have fun!
Posted in Architecture, Cheap Activities, Free Stuff, Photos, Travel, USA, Web Tips, tagged Central Park, New York City on 8 January 2009 | 6 Comments »
I’m sadly making my way back across the Atlantic today, but before I go, I wanted to share a picture from my brief visit to New York City. This fair maiden guards the Columbus Circle entrance to Central Park, which I walked from top to bottom on New Year’s Day.
Have you already completed your first travels of 2009? Have something planned for January or February? Please share your destination in the comments.
Posted in Contest, Photos, Travel, USA, Web Tips, tagged Minnesota, Passports with Purpose, Photo Friday on 29 December 2008 | 4 Comments »
Hope everyone had a nice holiday and has recovered from and repented for any gluttony they may have participated in. 
Just two reminders and a belated photo this Monday morning.
First, it’s your last chance to get your suggestions in for the running Reader Tips Contest for New York City and Washington DC. I’m still waiting to hear *your* best tips and tricks before I take off on Wednesday, so please add your comments on the linked post.
Second, today is the final day to make your donation to the Passports with Purpose fundraiser/raffle for Heifer International. If you’re interested in winning, chances were best on the prizes linked here or here. The drawings will be held tomorrow.
Finally, a tardy Photo Friday entry from the chilly wilds of northern Minnesota:
Though the cold keeps us indoors and the ice and snow off the slippery roads, there are some mornings too beautiful not to appreciate winter, right?
Posted in Airports, Cheap Activities, Free Stuff, Museums, Public Transport, Travel, USA, Web Tips, tagged Mormon Temple, Salt Lake City, shuttle, Utah on 19 December 2008 | 3 Comments »
The LDS has made it possible for travelers with a layover in Salt Lake City to visit their Temple complex downtown: they offer a complimentary hourly shuttle service from the airport direct to Temple Square (and back!).
In the months of July and August, temple shuttles travel half-hourly from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. with returns from 10:30 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday; in the shoulder season, the same hours are traveled hourly. November through March and Sundays year-round, the shuttle runs a limited 9 a.m.-2 p.m. schedule, with returns from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There is no service on holidays, and travelers are permitted only hand luggage on the shuttle. The visit requires at least a two-hour layover.
The Temple is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. It’s also possible to visit the Tabernacle, home of the world famous Tabernacle Choir, or, if the timing is right, to hear a choir concert — Thursday nights from 8-9:30 p.m. or Sundays from 9-11 a.m. Admission to all is free. Find out more information for your specific date by calling their visitors’ center directly: 1-800-537-9703.
Thanks to Travel Tips from a Frequent Traveler for the tip and the map image!
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Posted in Photos, Sale, Shopping, Travel, Web Tips, tagged gifts, supplies on 17 December 2008 | 5 Comments »
‘Tis the season to make a numbered shopping list! Thankfully, the no-budget traveler is easier to shop for than you’d imagine. If you’re still looking for ideas, take a look at last year’s list, then follow me after the jump for another 20 items for under $20 (18 under $10) your favorite travel fiend.
Posted in Sale, Shopping, Travel, USA, Web Tips, tagged December 18, Free Shipping Day on 12 December 2008 | 1 Comment »
Still doing your holiday shopping, or just need to pick up a couple last-minute gifts? Avoid the crush at the mall by ordering those items online — and, if you time it right, enjoy the benefit of free shipping, too!
Hundreds of online merchants are participating in Free Shipping Day on (and only on) Thursday, December 18 — the last day most will guarantee Christmas Eve delivery on regularly shipped items. (Click on the link above to see a partial list of participants.) Not sure if your preferred merchants are participating and can’t tell from their website? Contact their customer support and ask!
Just because the offer is timed for the holidays doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of it for your own personal ends — to pick up that guidebook you’ve been meaning to on Overstock, for example, or to order some hiking boots or comfortable sandals for next summer’s travel adventures from Zappos.
Thanks to Frugal Hacks for the tip!
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