redtalons

Most people don't travel the world ad infinitum like Matt, on $50 a day or otherwise. People take few vacations a year, a few days at a time. You don't need to draw the math out to monthly and yearly salaries... that's not the point. The point is you can use his tips to travel cheaper relative to you and your situation. As he's said, the $50 a day is both a relative and arbitrary number.

I know you're all about budget travel, but sometimes you need to splurge on things like fun activities, etc. What are some of the things worth splurging on, and maybe busting the $50 a day mantra once and a while?

Other than your site (and your new book!), what are some other great resources for traveling on a budget? Who are some of your favorite fellow travel personalities?