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As a long term traveler I aim to get the best value for my money. The ideology is that the less money you spend the longer you can travel…I’ve been doing it for almost seven years so I guess I must be doing something right!

One of the best places I like to save money is on accommodation because I rather spend it on travel experiences such as scuba diving or learning how to cook locally. When I’m traveling in more expensive regions like Europe and the US, my accommodation option of choice is always Airbnb

 


Airbnb: Budget Travel Secret…Shhh!!!


 

 

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Airbnb is a booking site that allows you to rent and stay at people’s hotels, homes, mansions, vehicles, boats, camps, igloos, teepees, tree houses, you name it! If you can sleep in it you can find it on this site. It’s AWESOME! I love it because not only can I save a ton of money (such a renting a room for $20 a night in Cancun), but I can also stay at a randomly cool place which adds even more fun to my travel experience.

 

 

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In Brugge, for example, we rented a beautiful contemporary flat owned by a designer (pictured in three above images). For the same price as a regular hotel we got a stylish place to stay and the comfort of spending a weekend in a beautiful home right in the center of town. In addition, our host was incredibly accommodating and offered all her guests a handmade guidebook telling us the best places to eat and drink in her town. Score!

 

 

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On my 10 day trip to Paris and Rome this summer, I rented a small flat for 40 euro which was actually cheaper then staying at a hostel! It was really cute and just a little further out of town but it was way worth it.

 

 

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If you are traveling as a couple, group, or as a family then Airbnb is a MUST. That’s where you’ll really see the savings plus you’ll get access to a kitchen and a living space that can act as an entertainment area when you just want to take a break. And trust me, nothing beats the feeling of knowing you’re getting a small taste of Parisian life…sigh. C’est la vie

 

 

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In Miami, we rented a super cute yacht that slept 6 people and had three sleeping cabins, three bathrooms, kitchen, and dining area. Our trip to Miami was incredible and our stay in this yacht was a big factor and all for the price of one three star hotel room. Not only did we save money but we also felt like rock stars! We ended every night by having a glass of wine under the stars – no hotel average room could offer that especially at this price.

 

 

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Talk about traveling in style..

 


Airbnb did not sponsor this post (although they should have). It’s just a great way to sleep in style – and spend your travel money wisely! It’s free to sign up for Airbnb and if you use this link to my personal account then we both get accommodation credits for even more savings: sign up for free here!

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