
The Course
Ready to see the world without breaking the bank? Then you've stumbled upon the perfect place where savvy meets savings! This course dives into the nitty-gritty of crafting your dream trips on a shoestring budget. You'll get all the insider tips on finding the best deals, understanding the budget travel mindset, and making every penny count. From scoring cheap flights to uncovering hidden gems that cost next to nothing, we've got the know-how to fuel your wanderlust affordably.
But it's not just about being frugal; it's about experiencing the richness of travel without the hefty price tag. Throughout the course, we'll explore how to create memorable adventures by connecting with local cultures, learning to travel light, and utilizing technology to enhance your journey. You'll come away equipped with practical skills that you can apply immediately, whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a month-long expedition.
Say goodbye to overspending and hello to more "hellos" around the world!
What you will learn
When I put together this course, I had one thing in mind: making travel accessible and budget-friendly for you.
I've poured hours into researching the best deals, shortcuts, and travel hacks that don't sacrifice the quality of your experience. It's structured to take you from planning to unpacking, with each step of the journey broken down into bite-sized, manageable lessons that you can tackle at your own pace. More than just tips and tricks, it's about building your confidence to wander the world without breaking the bank. You'll find that it's packed with practical advice and resources that will serve as your travel toolkit, ensuring your adventures are not only memorable but also incredibly affordable.
Curriculum
- Introduction
- Step 1: Pick the Right Destination
- Step 2: Find Cheap Flights
- Step 3: Book Affordable Accommodation
- Step 4: Plan Your Transportation
- Step 5: Research Free or Cheap Activities
- Step 6: Budget Your Trip
- Travel Budget Template
- Planning in Action: My 5-Day, $500 Getaway to Montreal, Quebec
- Your Homework

Your instructor
Carina's passion for globe-trotting on a budget has taken her through adventures across continents, each trip augmented by her knack for uncovering the most cost-effective experiences without sacrificing the essence of thrill and discovery. As a seasoned traveller and savvy planner, she has mastered the art of stretching every dollar while exploring various cultures. Her extensive background in navigating the world of affordable travel has equipped her with an arsenal of tips, tricks, and strategies that she's eager to share with others.
Instructing the course "One Girl’s Guide to Affordable Travel," Carina seamlessly bridges her vast travel experience with her skills as an educator to empower fellow travellers to take on the world, one budget-friendly destination at a time. Her dedication to the course shines through as she curates content that is as inspiring as it is practical, fostering a classroom atmosphere that is both educational and supportive.
For Carina, the course is a personal quest to ignite the same fervor for accessible wanderlust in her students that she herself carries in every stamped page of her passport.

Budget-Friendly
Learn how to create a travel budget, find hidden discounts, and stretch your money further with actionable strategies tailored for budget-conscious adventurers.

Practical Hacks
From packing smarter to leveraging free and low-cost resources, this course equips you to travel affordably anywhere.

Gain Confidence
Master the art of budget-friendly travel to help empower you to explore new destinations with ease and self-assurance.