Hilary Bown

Hilary Bown

An academic by training, a writer by day, and a Cheapo by heritage, Hilary Bown's meagre means and insatiable travel appetite have helped her sharpen her "no-budget travel" skills across the European continent over the past decade. At home in Berlin or on an adventure abroad, you'll find her in sandals, riding the bus, reading novels while walking, drinking the local wine, writing out postcards with a felt-tip pen, and browsing the shelves of the supermarket and hardware store. Find her unique blend of travel adventure and tested advice at Less Than a Shoestring.

Posts by Hilary Bown

The scoop on Berlin’s best ice cream

Posted in Berlin|
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Finding What You Need in Germany’s Discount Drugstores

Posted in Berlin, Practical Info, Shops|
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Berlin: Secret lunch spot with a view at Potsdamer Platz

Posted in Berlin, Cafes, Food, Germany, Restaurants|
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Aldi and Lidl, oh my! A guide to Germany’s discount grocery stores

Posted in Berlin, Food, Germany|
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What’s your Poison? In Berlin, try a Weisse mit Schuss

Posted in Bars, Berlin, Germany|
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Berlin: Pick up authentic GDR souvenirs at Ostpaket

Posted in Berlin, Cheap Souvenirs, Germany, Shops|
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Berlin: Weird but memorable restaurant options

Posted in Berlin, Food, Germany, Restaurants|
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Top Photography Exhibitions in Berlin

Posted in Art, Berlin, Germany, Museums|
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Berlin’s International Short Film Festival: November 13-18, 2012

Posted in Berlin, Entertainment, Festivals, Germany|
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Where to Get your Brunch on in Berlin

Posted in Berlin, Food, Germany, Restaurants|
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