The Refinishing Touch Blog

As fuel costs continue to rise and the high environmental cost of air travel becomes ever more apparent, people are increasingly looking for relatively local, relatively inexpensive holidays. Whether it’s camping, hiring a motor home or making the journey part of the holiday experience, something relatively inexpensive and authentic has an increasing edge over a lot of the more expensive options. Out of season is always going to have the edge in terms of low cost holidays (and is ideal of you’re not shackled to the school holidays), but there are lots of options for those willing to do a little research. Craigslist is a good place to start, and a lot of inventive people are renting out spare rooms to those looking for a more homey feel.

One of the many great things about our homeland is its infinite variety, and taking the opportunity go get off the beaten track a little and experience something new and interesting can broaden the mind and bolster the bank balance – and help the planet.

Labels: Budget vacations, Green holidays, Green travel