Budget Holidays in Northeast Asia
24 hours in Tokyo
With just $36 in his pocket, John Lee makes the most of a day in one of the world's most expensive cities.
China
A thrill from head to toes
Hair-washing day proves the best things in life are . . . very cheap, writes Jo Hegerty.
Japan
One capsule for cosmic sleep
Cheap hotel beds are plentiful in Japan - if you are willing to sleep like an astronaut, writes Rachel Alt.
Photo galleries
World's best free attractions
Backpacker blogger Ben Groundwater names the best free attractions around the world.
Travellers Tips
Tips
Today, the greenback, tomorrow the world
Jane E. Fraser How's your Egyptian? Your Cantonese? Hungarian? The strong Aussie dollar makes many destinations more affordable, beyond the usual haunts in America and Europe.
Tips
Case study: top tips on packing your bags
From vacuum packing to cool-weather layering, the canny traveller's luggage mantra is all about economy.
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