While hostels have historically been the budget traveler's go-to choice for affordable accommodations, Airbnb is quickly gaining attention as an option to snag great travel lodging deals. Can hostels maintain their allure over this up-and-comer?"

Staying in a hostel can save you some money on your travels. Traveling on a budget calls for some compromises, but if you choose correctly, you can find a comfortable, affordable, and safe place to recharge after exploring destinations.

Wherever you plan to roam, budget your money and schedule out your time. Watch out for roaming telephone charges and avoid letting loose these 5 budget breakers that can burst your happy bubble once you get home.

With gas and airline prices spiking, "staycations" are a growing trend across the country, traveling within an hour or two of your home for an excursion. Learn how to make the most of these money-saving excursions.

Parfois, c'est le trafic qui rend les gens fous, tandis que d'autres fois, ils sont fous du mauvais niveau de vie dans leur ville - et puis vous avez ces endroits où les gens sont méchants sans raison valable.

A veces es el tráfico lo que enoja a la gente, mientras que otras veces están enojados por los bajos estándares de vida en su ciudad, y luego están esos lugares donde la gente es mala aparentemente sin una buena razón.

Airbnb occupies a very different place when it comes to accommodations. It's more formal than "letting your friend crash on your couch," but also not quite a stay at a hotel. Here are some ways to ready your home for an Airbnb guest.

Everyone assumes a certain amount of grime when they stay at a hotel. We all just sort of collectively decide to either ignore it or not care. Even considering this, there are some things you may want to steer clear of.

You've decided to embark on a family vacation. Consider yourself the project manager, and start planning well in advance. You can combat the last minute stress of trying to please every member of the family.

While you may know the state as a mass producer of cheese, that is far from everything “America’s Dairyland” has to offer. Wisconsinites love to enjoy life, so they offer many excellent luxuries, notably their food and beverages.

Utah has long been associated with the origins of the Mormon church, but the state's history doesn’t end there. Visitors to the Beehive State rave about the mountainous terrain and exciting attractions.

America's Cowboy State is also the least populated in the union, even including the District of Columbia. Having said that, just because there aren't a record number of people doesn't mean there isn't a plethora of activities for visitors to enjoy.