by The Frugal Tourist | Jun 21, 2020 | North America, San Francisco, USA, Walking Tour
Lands End is the ultimate urban hike in San Francisco and one of the best hikes I have ever done in any huge metropolitan city I have visited around the globe. Only have time for one hike while in San Francisco? This is IT. This trail seems to have it all. Fascinating history, astonishing ruins, splendid Golden Gate Bridge views, and the opportunity to touch the mighty Pacific Ocean. And that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Let’s put our walking shoes on and start hiking!
by The Frugal Tourist | Jun 1, 2020 | Bolivia, Popular, South America
SALAR DE UYUNI, located in Bolivia’s high plateau (altiplano), is the largest and highest salt flats in the world. It is one of those locations in this planet that can be fascinatingly described as surreal and other-worldly. To reach this astounding destination requires some effort and conscientious planning. Here are 5 critical tips to ensure your journey to this side of the globe is a success.
by The Frugal Tourist | May 21, 2020 | North America, San Francisco, USA, Walking Tour
San Francisco, the bewitching city by the bay, boasts an alluring topography composed of scenic hills and spectacular seascapes. This walking tour starts at SF’s Embarcadero District, inside the fantastic Ferry Building and close to the Bay Bridge, and ends at the world-famous Fisherman’s Wharf with enchanting views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and its boisterous sea lions. Between our start and end points is an optional heart-pounding detour to a hike up to the top of one of SF’s most sensational hills, Telegraph Hill. Let’s put on our walking shoes on and start moving.
by The Frugal Tourist | May 10, 2020 | Bolivia, South America, TOP 10
In this blog post, I count down the top ten highlights of the 3-day Salar De Uyuni circuit that extends all the way towards the border with Chile.
Showstoppers include the breathtaking Salar De Uyuni, countless flamingos, stunning lakes, and volcanoes, etc. The diversity of landscapes and the sheer desolateness of this region are enough to consider having this trek occupy a slot on your bucket list.
by The Frugal Tourist | Jan 12, 2020 | Financial Independence, Frugal TIps
In this blog post, I will share heavyweight saving strategies that have consistently worked in paying for vacations, tackling debt, and affording virtually every financial goal I’ve set. These wallet-friendly tactics are guaranteed to move the needle towards cash accumulation and can be utilized to ultimately bolster one’s net worth.