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Jim Fortune
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Sleep, Eat, Stay Well

We humans have to sleep every 24 hours and eat about three times a day. How to find budget accommodation and to make the food budget stretch - while eating well and staying healthy.

A Well-Located Apartment Hotel in Sydney, Australia star
Roslyn Gardens Serviced Apartments is a well-located, reasonably priced accommodation option in Sydney, Australia.

Accomodation Search Engine star[offsite link]
This site can assist you in finding the right place to stay by using their database of over 38,000 hotels, inns, bed and breakfasts, and resorts from all around the world.

Apartment Hotels star[offsite link]
These usually include weekly maid service, linens, and towels. Most have kitchens with all the dishes, pots, etc that you need so you can save money on dining out all the time.

Black Point Inn star[offsite link]
This historic inn in Maine on the waterfront offers package pricing that includes breakfasts, dinners, and even having your bed turned down. Their fall packages are worth looking into.

Castles on the Web star[offsite link]
Click on a country and tour their castles. This is a great site. Lots of information is here to help you plan a stay in a castle.

Choice Hotels International star[offsite link]
Good reservation service with a frequent traveler program.

Easy to Make Meals For on the Road star
Instead of pulling in to a fast-food restaurant for a meal, try stopping at a grocery store instead. Here are some easy meals - no cooking required.

Eat Here star[offsite link]
This online guide to road food is a trip down memory lane as you find "homespun little restaurants, diners, drive-ins, coffee shops and truck stops that serve genuine American food."

Epinions Hotel Chains star[offsite link]
Opinions from folks who have actually stayed at hotel chains.

Finding a Cheap Hotel star
Stay within your budget with minimum cash outlay for where you are going to sleep at night!

Food Allergy and Food Sensitivity Alert Cards star
Anyone with food allergies or sensitivities can travel easier with these pocket sized, multi-language cards.

GotRooms.com star[offsite link]
Reservation service endorsed by the American Hotel & Lodging Association. I´ve found some good deals through this site.

Home Exchange star[offsite link]
If you are interested in exchanging your home for a vacation, this international site has a lot of information.

Hotel Discounts star[offsite link]
They offer rates up to 65% off and often can get you rooms when other sites say they are sold out.

Inn of the Mountain Cabins and Fire Lookouts star[offsite link]
If you are interested in the rustic look, these accommodations are available in the U.S. National Forests in Washington.

Inn of the Mountain Gods star[offsite link]
Located in New Mexico, this resort is operated by the Mescalero Apache Tribe. Check out their special package rates for families and ski trips. This looks like a great place to get recreation, seclusion and luxury at reasonable prices.

Key-Tourist-Info.Com star[offsite link]
Why pay commission, when you can use this independent, online tourist information database to help plan your vacation. Deal direct and save money. Using their service, I found a quaint, lovely inexpensive inn for our anniversary trip.

Lodging.com star[offsite link]
Hotel reservation experts. Exclusive discount rates and a cash-back rebate on hotels stays world-wide. Online travel agency provides real-time, online reservations for air, car and hotels. Destination guides, weekly newsletter and more!

Priceline star[offsite link]
Name your price for airfare, rental cars, vacation packages, and perhaps the most popular request - hotel rooms. Just because you enter a price, hotels in that particular city might not accept it, however, you can come away with some deals in major cities.

Religious Institutes star[offsite link]
This comprehensive site will give you information about monasteries in Italy that accept tourists as guests. You can learn about their services, facilities, and prices.

Save Money on Vacation Dining star
How to save money on one of the biggest expenses of travel...food and dining.

Speaking to the Hotel Directly May Save You Money star
A recent experience with the Westin hotel chain led to a phone call and a substantially cheaper room rate than what was obvious on the hotel's website.

Staying at Convents and Monasteries star
Stretch your travel budget and your horizons with a stay at a convent or monastery.

Staying in Locally Owned Hotels star
Sometimes value in travel comes from connecting with people. Accommodations, whether in chain hotels or independents, might be the start of making those connections.

The Budget Foodie's Tour to Buy Food in Bulk star
Travelling to a farming area to buy seasonal and specialty products in bulk could make an interesting budget holiday with a four-season payoff.

The Cave Room star[offsite link]
Sierra Lodge has a budget room for you - complete with dirt floor and a lantern. Make sure you know how to start a fire before staying here.

Tips for Car Camping star
Travelling by car and sleeping in a tent is one of the easiest ways to save money on the road. Here are some tips for staying comfortable.

Travel Medical Kit star
Here’s what you should bring on your next vacation to ensure your health and safety and reduce medical costs.

TravelNow.com star[offsite link]
Reservation service that offers a newsletter to keep you informed of good deals.

What are Hostels? star[offsite link]
This site by Hostelling International and American Youth Hostels has very practical advice about locating and using hostels around the world.

World Health Organization Healthy Travel Booklet star[offsite link]
Addresses a wide range of travel-related health concerns, from how to prevent jet lag to how to deal with malaria.

Youth Hostels Are For Everyone star
Youth hostels offer economical accommodation with a sense of sharing and community.

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