By Theadora Brack in Paris— There are certain hazy shades of winter in Paris that can wreck a Cheapo’s complexion! So where do I go for a lil’ beauty SOS during the colder months? Like the locals, I usually head to my trusted neighborhood pharmacist, and she’s never let my well-hydrated visage (face) or mains » Read more

By Nicole Arriaga in Rome— Cheapos looking to save a buck or two during their trip to Rome can certainly save some money by buying food at the local neighborhood supermercato. If you have access to a kitchen during your stay, you can obviously save big on meals. Even if you don’t have cooking facilities, » Read more

When Berlin was divided, each side fostered its own set of performing arts venues. As a result, Berlin has not one, not two, but three state-sponsored operas today. Here’s a guide to divas, deception and drama—all so unglamorously affordable.

Munich is so impeccably connected with everywhere that travelers exploring Europe by train often end up passing through the city more than once. Munich’s Hauptbahnhof has direct day trains to tourist hot-spots across Europe, with the station’s departure boards featuring Paris and Prague, Berlin and Budapest, Venice and Vienna, Zagreb and Zürich. So sooner or » Read more

For all of the New York City-area Cheapos out there: We’re throwing a happy hour this Thursday and would love to see you. We’re co-hosting this event with our travel friends from Jauntsetter.com and have a fun, easy-going evening lined up. No formal RSVP is required, just show up and bring your travel friends. Here » Read more

By Nina Derham in London— Valentine’s Day is upon us again and love is in the air, so come on Cheapos, it’s time to pull out all the stops and show that special someone you care with a romantic (and budget-friendly) day out in London! 1. Escape the city on a romantic walk Many visitors » Read more