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Most Cost-Efficient and Fastest Way of Traveling around Japan

The number of tourists visiting Japan this year (2017) hit a new record, exceeding the previous high of over 24 million last year, and it’s no wonder! Japan is very interesting, especially to Westerners, many of whom immediately think of sushi, sumo wrestling and samurai when they think of Japan. While these three things are very much a part of Japanese culture and tradition, there’s much more to discover in Japan, such as the people, the food, traditional & contemporary Japanese culture, as well as Japan’s efficiency and cleanliness.

According to Lonely Planet’s “Getting around Japan by Train” page, the cheapest train ride is from Tokyo to Niigata, Japan, for 5,620¥ (That’s $50 USD or 42 Euros); the most expensive is to Hakata, Japan, for 13,820¥ ($123 USD or 103 Euros); and according to Lonely Planet’s “Getting around Japan by Bus” page, bus rides from Tokyo to other cities can range from 3,200¥-10,230¥ ($29-$91USD).

The cheapest and fastest way to travel to a few cities around Japan is by plane. In this blog entry, you’ll learn how to build the most cost-effective multi-city flight itinerary for Japan using SkySurf.Travel. For this example, I was able to build a flight itinerary to 6 cities in Japan for only $277 USD. That’s an average cost of about $46 USD per flight, which is cheaper than any train ride in Japan, and about the average cost of a bus ride. The average bus travel duration is 8 hours, whereas average flight duration is 1.5 hours. Not only will you be saving money, but also time!

Here’s how I built this cheap Japan flight itinerary:

First, I visited SkySurf.Travel and clicked on the “Multi-city” tab. In the “Traveling From” field, I entered in ‘Tokyo’ and selected ‘Tokyo, (Japan) – TYOA’ from the autosuggestion dropdown. I then selected ‘Japan’ from the “Country Destination” dropdown box, followed by selecting my departure date, which for this example is January 11, 2018. If you are flexible, you can choose ‘anytime’ or an entire month. Finally, I clicked on the “Explore Best Deals!” button and a list of the cheapest flights were displayed.

The cheapest flight option from Tokyo was to Osaka, Japan for only $40 USD. I add this flight to my ‘BookIt List’ for later booking by clicking on the “+ Add to BookIt List” button. A popup then appears, such as the one below:

I planned on staying in Osaka, Japan, for 5 nights, so I selected January 16, 2018 as my departure date. I then selected “Japan” from the ‘destination’ dropdown, and finally clicked on the “Explore best deals!” button to explore the cheapest flight options from Osaka, Japan.

I repeated the above process until I was at my final destination, which, in this case, was Tokyo. Not bad, huh? Six cities in Japan by flight for only $277 USD including taxes. All non-stop flights. Once you are done adding all your flights to your ‘BookIt List’, just click on the ‘BookIt List’ tab in the top navigation, and then click on all the ‘BOOK IT NOW’ buttons to book all your flights.

Here’s a screenshot of my BookIt List:

Here’s where I’ll be traveling to:

Tokyo, Japan (Starting point)
Osaka, Japan – January 11, 2018 ($40 USD)
Fukuoka, Japan – January 16, 2108 ($40 USD)
Okinawa, Japan – January 20, 2018 ($54 USD)
Nagoya, Japan – January 25, 2018 ($60 USD)
Sapporo, Japan – January 29, 2018 ($36 USD)
Back to Toyko – February 2, 2018 ($47 USD)

And here’s a screenshot of my flight route, which was generated at SkySurf.Travel:

Here’s how to travel around Southeast Asia to 9 cities (7 countries) for under $400 in one trip.

And here’s how to travel around East Asia by plan to 12 cities (3 countries) for under $750 in one trip.

安全な旅行

Safe travels,

Gregory Rzeczko

http://skysurf.travel/

Travel East Asia by Plane for Really Cheap: 12 Cities (3 Countries) for Under $750 in One Trip

In this blog entry, you’ll learn how to use the online airfare deal finder tool SkySurf.Travel to build the most economical travel itineraries to travel around East Asia by plane (or anywhere around the world). East Asia, also popularly known as “the Far East,” is home to about 1.6 billion people. The region contains world metropolises such as Hong Kong, Tokyo, Seoul, and Shanghai, endless archipelagoes at the edge of the Pacific Ocean, as well as vast plains and sky-high mountains.

The countries that make up East Asia are as follows:

China – The world’s most populous country and one of the oldest civilizations, with a vast array of cultural and natural treasures among the frenzied development
Hong Kong – A former British colony considered by many as Asia’s World City. Come for the skyscrapers and shopping and still find beaches and sleepy villages on car-free islands
Japan – Isolated until the 19^th century, now the world’s third largest economy with both technology and tradition to offer
Macau – A former Portuguese colony with liberal gambling laws and beautiful colonial architecture in its UNESCO listed historical city center
Mongolia – A nomadic land of vast spaces and mystic Buddhism
North Korea – The world’s most secret society and last remaining outpost of the Cold War
South Korea – A hotspot of innovation and pop culture and, in many ways, the opposite of its northern neighbor
Taiwan – The remnants of the Republic of China, and an island of sharp contrasts: lush mountains, skyscrapers, gentle tai-chi and delicious food

Some popular tourist destinations in East Asia include:

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park – Home to Mongolia’s eagle hunters and highest mountain
Great Wall of China – Longer than 8,000 km, this ancient wall is the most iconic landmark of China
Mount Fuji – Iconic snow-topped volcano, and highest peak in Japan (3776 m).
Panmunjeom – The only tourist site in the world where the Cold War is still reality
Tibet – Mysterious place in the Himalayas with a unique local culture, considered by many to resemble the mythical Shangri-La
Seoraksan National Park – South Korea’s most renowned national park and mountain range
Taroko Gorge – An impressive 19-km-long canyon situated near Taiwan’s east coast. The area of the gorge is also identified as Taroko Gorge National Park
Yakushima – A Japanese island off the southeast coast of Kyushu next to Tanegashima and north of Okinawa. Officially a part of Kogoshima Perfecture, it is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Though not too well-known outside Japan, Yakushima is a popular destination for Japanese tourists, which explains why the infrastructure (hotels, restaurants, transportation) is so good
Yungang Grottoes – Ancient Chinese Buddhist temple grottoes near the city of Datong in the province of Shanxi. They are excellent examples of rock-cut architecture and one of the three most famous ancient Buddhist sculptural sites of China

Plane travel is the fastest way to travel between countries in East Asia, as well as long distances within them. Plane travel within East Asia tends to be cheap by Western standards. In this example, you’ll learn how I was able to build an East Asian flight itinerary to 12 cities (3 countries) for under $750 using SkySurf.Travel! Keep in mind, when building your own custom flight itinerary at SkySurf.Travel, prices may vary. Flight prices change on a daily basis, so building the exact flight itinerary used in this example will not work. You might get an even better deal than the one used in this example, or slightly more expensive, depending on the time you build your flight itinerary and travel route. If you need assistance building a cheap travel itinerary, you can chat with our friendly online support, which can be found on the bottom right corner of the SkySurf.Travel homepage. If live support is offline, you can leave a message and we’ll reply to you as soon as possible.

Here’s where I’ll be traveling to in East Asia for the total price of $739 (taxes included):

Beijing, China – starting point
Yantai, China – August 14, 2017 ($51)
Shanghai, China – August 18, 2017 ($79)
Wuhan, China – August 22, 2017 ($66)
Xiamen, China – August 26, 2017 ($63)
Hong Kong – September 1, 2017 ($67)
Fukuoka, Japan – September 6, 2017 ($36)
Naha, Japan – September 10, 2017 ($53)
Tokyo, Japan – September 14, 2017 ($60)
Daegu, South Korea – September 20, 2017 ($53)
Jeju Island, South Korea – September 25, 2017 ($24)
Seoul, South Korea – September 29, 2017 ($26)
Beijing, China – October 4, 2017 ($161)

That’s a total of 12 cities (3 countries).

Here’s a screenshot of my SkySurf.Travel East Asia travel itinerary (BookIt List):

East Asia Flight Itinerary (BookIt List)

And here’s a screenshot of my East Asian flight route which was automatically generated for me at SkySurf.Travel:

Here’s how I got this super deal:

I first clicked on the “Multi-city” tab, then entered in “Beijing” in the “Traveling From” input field. Next, I selected “August 2017” to find the cheapest flight departing Beijing, China in August 2017. Finally, I clicked on the “Search Best Deals!” button and a list of the cheapest flights were displayed.

My cheapest flight option was to Yantai, China on August 13, 2017 for $51 USD. I added this flight to my itinerary (BookIt List) by clicking on the “+Add to BookIt List” button. A popup then appeared, such as the one below:

I decided to stay in Yantai for 4 nights and selected the date August 18, 2017 for my departure. I then clicked on the “To another destination” link and new results appeared. My cheapest option was to Shanghai, China for $79. I added this flight to my itinerary by clicking on the “+Add to BookIt List” button, and repeated the above process until I was back in Beijing, China.

Certain countries in Asia require a visa upon arrival. Be sure to do your research before booking flights to Asia. You may need to apply for a visa before arriving in China. Citizens of some countries, such as Bahamas, San Marino, Serbia, Fiji, Ecuador, and Barbados do not need a visa to enter China.

East Asia is one of the cheapest places on Earth for travelers — with lodging and food offered at very low prices, particularly for long term travel or for those willing to stay somewhere other than the big resort. East Asia has something for everyone and continues to lure thousands of backpackers to its beautiful lands and people year after year.

你好

Nǐ hǎo

Safe Travels!

Gregory Rzeczko

http://skysurf.travel/

How to Travel Brazil Cheap by Plane: 15 Cities for Under $900 in One Trip

Brazil is the largest country in South America and the 5th largest country in the world by land area. It is an extraordinary country with beautiful people that’s rich in cultures, colors, flavors, languages, and customs. Much of the Amazon Rainforest, the largest tropical rain forest in the world, covers northwestern Brazil. The Amazon River, the longest river in the world, is considered to be the life force of the Amazon Rainforest and home to many plants and animals, such as the Boto (Amazon River dolphin), Amazonian manatee, giant river otter, and the infamous anaconda.

If you’re ever planning to visit the beautiful country of Brazil, keep reading this blog post on how to build the most economical flight itinerary using the online airfare deal finder tool: SkySurf.Travel. I was able to build a single-trip flight itinerary composed of 15 cities in Brazil for the total price of $873 USD (including taxes). That’s cheaper than many round-trip international flight tickets. You can also use SkySurf.Travel to build the most cost-effective itinerary to anywhere in the world, from anywhere. For more examples on how to save lots of money on flights to several other destinations, click on the blog links located on the left panel of this blog.

I’ll be starting my journey from Brasilia, Brazil (the capital of Brazil). Here’s where I’ll be traveling to in Brazil for the duration of 2 months:

Brasilia, Brazil (starting point)
Belo Horizonte, Brazil – September 25, 2017 ($37)
Sao Paulo, Brazil – September 29, 2017 ($29)
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil – October 3, 2017 ($35)
Vitoria, Brazil – October 7, 2017 ($39)
Curitiba, Brazil – October 13, 2017 ($37)
Porto Alegre, Brazil – October 17, 2017 ($39)
Florianopolis, Brazil – October 21, 2017 ($44)
Belem, Brazil – October 26, 2017 ($70)
Santarem, Brazil – October 30, 2017 ($51)
Manaus, Brazil – November 3, 2017 ($76)
Porto Velho, Brazil – November 7, 2017 ($67)
Recife, Brazil – November 13, 2017 ($140)
Fortaleza, Brazil – November 17, 2017 ($70)
Salvador, Brazil – November 21, 2017 ($67)
Brasilia, Brazil – November 25, 2017 ($72)

Below is a screenshot of my complete SkySurf.Travel flight itinerary (BookIt List):

Brazil Flight Itinerary - BookIt List — Brazil Flight Itinerary – BookIt List

And here’s a screenshot of my entire flight route that was automatically generated for me at SkySurf.Travel:

Here’s how I got this super deal:

First, I clicked on the “Mutil-city” tab. Next, I entered where I’ll be traveling from, which in this case is “Brasilia”. I then selected my departure date; since I’m flexible with dates, I selected “September 2017” to find the cheapest flights in September 2017. If you know your exact dates, you can select your exact travel dates. Finally, I clicked on the “Search Best Deals!” button and a list of the cheapest flights were displayed.

My cheapest flight option was to Belo Horizonte on September 25, 2017 for $37 USD. I added this flight to my itinerary (BookIt List) by clicking on the “+Add to BookIt List” button. A popup then appeared, such as the one below:

Next flight (Brazil) popup

I decide to stay in Belo Horizonte for 4 nights and select the date September 29, 2017 for my departure. I then click on the “To another destination” link and new results appear. My cheapest option is to Sao Paulo for $29. I add this flight to my itinerary by clicking on the “+Add to BookIt List” button, and repeat the above process until I’m back in Brasilia. The above is just an example flight itinerary I’ve composed for this blog entry. You can build your flight itinerary anyway you desire and select the destinations you want to travel to. It’s possible to build an even cheaper itinerary than the one used for this example.

When visiting Brazil, here are a few of the best things to do:

Christ the Redeemer: A must-see attraction in Rio that’s recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Iguazu Falls (Foz do Iguacu): The largest waterfalls system in the world.
Baia do Sancho (Fernando de Noronha): Baía do Sancho has been named the best beach in the world by Tripadvisor.
Rio da Prata (Bonito): Rio da Prata the 3rd clearest water in the world. Great amounts of underground limestone in this river filter the water and make it clear.
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro. Built in the beginning of the twentieth century, it is considered to be one of the most beautiful and important theatres in the country.
Paraty Historic Centre (Rio de Janeiro): Paraty´s Historic Center dates back to the years 1820s. The Historic Center, considered by UNESCO as “the most harmonious colonial architectonic set”, is declared a National Patrimony.
Amazon River Cruises: Cruise the Brazil Amazon River.
Amazon Rainforest Tours: Journey into the heart of the most biodiverse place on the planet.

And plenty more to see and do!

Whatever you plan on doing in Brazil, whether it’s sightseeing or enjoying the nightlife, one thing for sure is you’ll never get bored. Brazil is known for its gregarious and energetic population. One of the best aspects of Brazilian culture is its music. Dance the Samba, Carimbo, or Forro; or enjoy a Samba Show… whatever you like, Brazil awaits you!

Olá,

Gregory Rzeczko

http://skysurf.travel/

Travel 10 Cities in Africa for Cheap by Plane from Europe for under $1,550 in One Trip

Africa is a majestic continent. From the vast deserts to the lush jungles, the picturesque coastlines to the craggy mountains; Africa is a place you need to explore and not miss.

Africa Drakensburg-Mountains — Drakensburg – The main mountain range of Southern Africa

If you’re looking for a cheap multi-stop flight itinerary for Africa (or any continent for that matter), keep reading this blog post on how to save a lot of money on flights. You’ll learn how to use SkySurf.Travel to build the most cost-effective multi-stop flight itinerary possible.

We’re going to compare prices with multi-stop flight itineraries that we can find on Google using the keywords: “Africa multi stop flights”.

Google search for "Africa multi stop flights" — Screenshot of first 2 Google results for keywords “Africa multi stop flights”

The first two results offer multi-stop flight itineraries for Africa. The first result is Travel Nation. You can fly to 4-5 cities in Africa from London for £999- £1,195 ($1,275-$1,525). https://www.travelnation.co.uk/round-the-world-flights/africa-multi-stop-flights

The second result is KILROY. They offer a flight package to 6 cities in Africa from London, England for €1,400 ($1,565) for youth and students. http://travels.kilroy.net/flights/multi-stop-tickets/multi-stop-africa

At SkySurf.Travel, I was able to build an itinerary to 10 cities in Africa from London, England for $1,548 (£1,215) with taxes included. That’s twice as many cities I’ll be visiting for about the same price.

Here’s how I did it: I clicked on the “multi-city” tab, then entered in “London” in the “Traveling From” field. Since I’m flexible with dates, I selected “August 2017” after clicking on the “Depart Date” field, and finally clicked on the “Search Best Deals!” button.

A list of the cheapest flight options returns. I see a flight to Hurghada, Egypt (a beautiful place with very clean water, beaches and coral reefs, and wrecks of ships) on August 31, 2017 for $182. I add this flight to my flight itinerary (BookIt List) by clicking on the “+Add to BookIt List” button. A pop-up then appears such as the one below:

Add Africa to flight itinerary

I decided to stay in Hurghada for 5 nights, so I selected September 5, 2017 and then clicked on the “To another destination” link. A new list of results returns; this time with the cheapest flights from Hurghada on September 5^th. My cheapest flight option is to Cairo, Egypt for $47. I add this flight to my BookIt List, and then repeat the above process until my final flight is back to London, England.

Here’s my complete flight itinerary (BookIt List):

Africa flight itinerary

Ten cities in Africa from North to South with a return trip back to London, England for a total of $1,548 (£1,215) with taxes included. Here’s where I’ll be traveling to starting from London:

Hurghada, Egypt – August 31, 2017 ($182)
Cairo, Egypt – September 5, 2017 ($47)
Johannesburg, South Africa – September 10, 2107 ($163)
Harare, Zimbabwe – September 14, 2017 ($103)
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – September 19, 2017 ($100)
Zanzibar – September 23, 2017 ($35)
Nairobi, Kenya – September 28, 2017 ($150)
Addid Ababa, Ethiopia – October 4, 2017 ($141)
Kigali, Rwanda – October 10, 2017 ($205)
Entebbe, Uganda – October 15, 2017 ($87)
Back to London, England – October 20, 2017 ($335)

Here’s my entire flight route (Flight Map):

Africa flight map route

You may need vaccinations, visas, and appropriate clothing before traveling to Africa. It is highly recommended to do research of the country you will be visiting before booking any flights, such as travel advice, advisories, and warnings.

Africa is amazing and everyone should visit. It has something for everyone. If you do visit, make sure to take a ton of photos of Africa’s stunning landscapes, which are as diverse as the animal kingdom.

Safe travels!

Gregory Rzeczko

http://skysurf.travel/

Travel Russia for Cheap by Plane: 9 Cities for Less Than $650 in One Trip

Russia is the world’s largest country by landmass. It includes nine different time zones and shares land borders with 14 neighboring countries. Russia offers many natural sights, from the sandy Curonian Split on the Baltic Sea coast to the vast Golden Mountains of Altai in Southern Siberia. Whether you’re exploring the grounds of Moscow’s Kremlin or wandering the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, a visit to Russia will introduce you to the beauty of a land which is rich in culture and history.

Many people traveling to Russia are aware of the Trans-Siberian railway. It is part of the longest railway system in the world running from Moscow to Vladivostok. The line is known as the route of the tsars, begun in 1891 by Tsar Alexander III and completed by his son, Tsar Nicholas II, in 1916. According to an article from The Telegraph entitled, “Everything you need to know about booking a trip on the Trans-Siberian railway”, the cost for a one-way journey by service train to Vladivostok from Moscow, is about £500 ($644) in second class and £800 ($1,030) for first class, including food. Bedding is supplied in first- and second-class coaches. If you plan on making stops in between, you’ll need to pay extra.

Trans Siberian railway map

For people who really want to see Russia, the Trans-Siberian Railway is a great way to get a good look at about 6,000 miles of it. But for those who’d rather fly, get to their destinations faster, and spend more time in cities than on a train, purchasing air ticket deals would be the better option. And for those that like both can mix it around with trains and planes.

In this blog entry, I’ll be giving you an example of how to travel to 9 cities by plane for less than the price of a one-way Trans-Siberian rail ticket from Moscow to Vladivostok using the online flight deal tool SkySurf.Travel. I’ll be beginning and ending my journey in Moscow, visiting 8 cities in between for the total price of $628 USD (taxes included).

Here’s how I got this super deal: I first typed in “Moscow” in the “Traveling From” field, and then selected August 2017 in the “Depart Date” field. Finally, I clicked on the “Search Best Deals!” button and a list of the cheapest flights returned departing from Moscow in August 2017.

My cheapest flight option is to Nizhniy Novgorod for $42 USD on August 9, 2017. I added this to my itinerary (BookIt List) by clicking on the “+ Add to BookIt List” and a popup appears, such as the one below:

russia added to itinerary

I decided to stay in Nizhniy Novgorod for 4 nights, so I selected my departure date as August 13, 2017. Then I clicked on the “To another destination” and a new list of results has returned. You’ll be able to customize your trip anyway you like by repeating the same process as above until you reach your final destination.

Here’s where I’ll be traveling to for $628 USD (taxes included):

Moscow, Russia (starting point)
Nizhniy Novgorod – August 9, 2017 ($42)
St. Petersburg – August 14, 2017 ($62)
Rostov-on-Don – August 18, 2017 ($72)
Sochi – August 23, 2017 ($52)
Krasnodar – August 29, 2017 ($61)
Tyumen – September 4, 2017 ($170)
Novosibirsk – September 9, 2017 ($54)
Surgut – September 13, 2017 ($52)
Back to Moscow – September 19, 2017 ($63)

Here’s a screenshot of my Russian itinerary (BookIt List):

Russia cheap flight itinerary

And here’s a screenshot of my entire travel route (Flight Map):

Russia cheap flight map

Before visiting Russia, you will need to obtain a Russian tourist visa. For more information on how to obtain a visa to travel Russia, visit https://russia.travisa.com/. Here’s a list of countries that do not require a visa to enter the Russian Federation: http://ru.vfsglobal.co.uk/visa_free_regime.html. You’ll also need to get an invitation (also called visa support), which is a special document issued by the party that invites you to Russia. The invitation is required by a Russian consulate to be able to process your visa. The invitation (visa support) can be issued by a Russian travel agency, or by a company or organization authorized by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). Here’s an in-depth article on “How to Get a Russian Visa” by The Points Guy, and a “Russian Visa Support Application: Step by Step Guide” by Way to Russia. If you need help with Russian travel, you can message our friendly live online support at SkySurf.Travel. You do not have to buy air tickets in order to get a visa but you should take the following into account:

If you apply for a visa before buying your tickets, it’s possible that you won’t be able to find flights for the exact dates for which you applied or they may be more expensive. Most often, the earlier you book your flights the cheaper they will be.
It is possible that you will purchase tickets in advance (if you’ve found a great deal or good price) and then not receive your visa. If you’re going as a tourist, have no criminal issues, have an invite and travel insurance, there’s very little chance of you being denied; however, it is not 100% guaranteed you’ll get a visa.
If you need to get a visa, you should begin the process at least 5 weeks ahead of time.

Privyet!

Gregory Rzeczko

http://skysurf.travel/

Cheap Round the World (RTW) Tickets – 15 Countries for under $1,500 in One Trip

The world is a majestic and wonderful place. Being able to travel and explore the world and experience cultures is priceless and, in my humble opinion, the best thing you can spend your money on.

According to Nomadic Matt’s “The In-depth Guide to Buying an RTW Ticket” article, “RTW tickets prices range between $2,700-$10,000 USD, depending on your mileage, route, and number of stops, though a simple two- or three-stop RTW ticket might cost as little as $1,500 USD.”

He also mentions “you can find a better deal by booking through a third party such as Airtreks, STA Travel, or Flight Centre (OZ/NZ). Third party bookers don’t just deal with one alliance – they mix and match from all available airlines (excluding budget airlines) to find the lowest price, which saves you money.”

What if I told you can save even more money on RTW tickets with SkySurf.Travel? There is no “they”, so you can customize your RTW trip ticket anyway you like online, and budget airlines are also included to save you even more money! If you need help building your RTW travel itinerary, there’s live online help. In this blog entry, you’ll learn how to save a ton of money on RTW tickets. I’ll show you how you can travel to 15 countries around the entire world for under $1,500. No mile points needed, and no strings attached. Some airlines charge an extra fee for larger baggage. Make sure to check each airline’s baggage terms before booking your flights.

For this example, I’ll be starting my journey from New York, NY! I enter in “NYC” in the “Traveling From” input field, and then select “July 2017” by clicking on the “Depart Date” input field to find the best deals in July 2017. Finally, I click on the “Search Best Deals!” button and a list of results return. I first want to travel to Europe and found a great deal to Edinburgh, Scotland for only $80! The flight departs from Stewart International, which is about a $20 bus ride to get to from NYC. I add this flight to my RTW itinerary (BookIt List) by clicking on the “+Add to BookIt List” button. A popup then appears such as the one below:

I decide to stay in Edinburgh for 5 nights, so I select the date July 26, 2017. I then find a great deal to Dublin, Ireland for only $38! I add this flight to my BookIt List and repeat the above process until I’m back home in New York City.

Here’s where I’ll be traveling to for only $1,475 (taxes included):

New York, NY USA (Starting point)
Edinburgh, Scotland – July 21, 2017 ($80)
Dublin, Ireland – July 26, 2017 ($38)
Cardiff, Wales – August 1, 2017 ($33)
Madrid, Spain – August 6, 2017 ($49)
Milan, Italy – August 10, 2017 ($33)
Prague, Czechia – August 14, 2017 ($35)
Kiev, Ukraine – August 21, 2017 ($108)
Ankara, Turkey – August 25, 2017 ($56)
Tbilisi, Georgia – August 29, 2017 ($80)
Baku, Azerbaijan – September 1, 2017 ($51)
Tehran, Iran – September 6, 2017 ($52)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – September 11, 2017 ($188)
Manila, Philippines – September 15, 2017 ($49)
Seoul, South Korea – September 19, 2017 ($114)
Los Angeles, CA USA – September 23, 2017 ($344)
New York, NY USA – September 27, 2017 ($165)

Here’s a screenshot of my entire RTW itinerary (BookIt List) below:

And here’s a screenshot of my entire travel route, which was generated at SkySurf.Travel:

This is just an example itinerary. The options are endless for customizing your RTW travel itinerary anyway you desire.

Be sure to check out my other blog entries for tips and ways to save a ton of money on travel. You’ll see many examples of how to travel the world in the most cost-effective way possible.

Happy travels!
Gregory Rzeczko
http://skysurf.travel/

India and Sri Lanka: 11 Cities by Plane for under $450 in One Trip!

Namaste!

India is a fascinating country. The culture of India is one of the oldest and unique, and is home to many of the finest cultural symbols of the world which includes temples, churches, mosques, forts, performing arts, classical dances, sculptures, paintings, architecture, literature, and more. If you’re ever planning a trip to India to experience its rich culture and heritage, and looking to travel around India by plane in the most cost-effective way possible, SkySurf.Travel is the tool you’ll need.

For this example, you’ll learn how to travel around India by plane to 10 cities, including Sri Lanka (a beautiful island nation often called the “pearl of the Indian Ocean”), for under $450! It’s possible to even find a cheaper travel route at SkySurf.Travel and customize it anyway you like.

Here’s where you can travel to for the total price of $445 including taxes (about 4-5 nights in each city):

New Delhi, India (starting point)
Jaipur, India – June 20, 2017 ($31)
Udaipur, India – June 24, 2017 ($43)
Mumbai, India – June 28, 2017 ($39)
Hyderabad, India – July 2, 2017 ($22)
Bengaluru, India – July 6, 2017 ($28)
Chennai, India – July 10, 2017 ($24)
Madurai, India – July 14, 2017 ($28)
Colombo, Sri Lanka – July 19, 2017 ($55)
Coimbatore, India – July 25, 2017 ($76)
Ahmedabad, India – July 29, 2017 ($64)
New Delhi, India – August 2, 2017 ($35)

Below is a screenshot of the multi-city itinerary (BookIt List) I’ve just created at SkySurf.Travel:

Six weeks in India (10 cities) including Sri Lanka for $445 with taxes. That’s cheaper than most round-trip flights to India from continents outside of Asia.

Here’s how I got this amazing deal. I entered in “New Delhi” in the “Traveling From” field; I then clicked on “Depart Date” and clicked on “June 2017” to find the cheapest flight deals in June. Finally, I clicked on the “Search Best Deals!” button.

A list of the best flight deals returns. Since we’ll only be traveling in India (and later Sri Lanka), we’ll need to click on the “India” link each time our results appear. By clicking on the “India” link, we’ll retrieve a list of destinations in India that are sorted by lowest airfare.

Each time you click on the “+ Add to BookIt List” button to add the flight to your itinerary (BookIt List), a popup will appear such as the one below:

Select the date you want to depart, click on the “To another destination” link, and repeat the process until you’re satisfied with your BookIt List. If you’re flexible with dates, you can always change your travel dates once your results appear to find even cheaper deals.

Try it out yourself, see if you can find even cheaper deals, and post in the comments section below.

Bon voyage!

Gregory Rzeczko

http://skysurf.travel/

How to Travel the United States by Plane for Really Cheap. Fourteen States for Under $600.

Ever wanted to backpack around the United States by plane, but thought it would just be too expensive? The United States isn’t that popular of a destination for backpackers and budget travelers, most likely because the flights to get around the United States aren’t as cheap as they are in Europe or Asia. The United States is a big country (3^rdlargest country in the world by area) with lots of national parks, a diverse geography, culture, music, and great regional food. You can rent a car and drive around, or get around by bus or train; but what if you would rather fly to get to your destinations even quicker? After doing some research online, I wasn’t able to find any articles on how to budget travel the United States by plane in the most economical way. In this blog post, you’ll learn how to use the online tool SkySurf.Travel to find the most cost-effective way of traveling around the United States by plane. No mile points needed.

For this example, I was able to build an itinerary composed of 14 states, all non-stop flights, for a total of $583 with taxes included. Most of these flights are with Spirit airlines*, and a couple with Frontier airlines**.

Below is a list of cities I’ll be flying to. I’ll be spending about 4-6 nights in each city for this example. The cost of each flight ranges from $30-$60.

New York City (starting point)
Orlando, Florida ($40)
Atlanta, Georgia ($34)
New Orleans, Louisiana ($41)
Dallas, Texas ($41)
Chicago, Illinois ($40)
Minneapolis, Minnesota ($40)
Denver, Colorado ($46)
San Diego, California ($45)
Las Vegas, Nevada ($41)
Kansas City, Missouri ($58)
Detroit, Michigan ($58)
Boston, Massachusetts ($49)
Atlantic City, New Jersey ($49)

I’ve ended my trip in Atlantic City, NJ because there are frequent and cheap bus rides back to New York City (about $20).

Here’s the flight map of my travel route that was generated at SkySurf.Travel after building my complete itinerary:

And here’s how I got these really cheap prices: First I clicked on the “Multi-city” tab, I then typed in “New York City” in the “Traveling From” input field, select the “Depart Date” (I’ve selected “May 2017” to see the cheapest destination I can fly to in May) and finally clicked the “Search Best Deals!” button.

A list returned of the cheapest flights. I clicked on “United States” to browse the cheapest flight destinations in the United States, and then clicked on the “+ Add to BookIt List” button to add flights to my itinerary. A popup then appears for each time I click on the “+ Add to BookIt List” button, such as the one below:

I select the date on when I plan on departing each city, and repeat this process until I’m satisfied with my “round-the-United-States” itinerary.

Below is a screenshot of my entire itinerary (BookIt List):

Here’s a great article from the Huffington Post on 21 Ways To See America For Cheap.

Not bad of a deal? Traveling to 14 states by plane for under $600. If you can find a cheaper way of traveling around the United States by plane, post in the comments section below.

Have a safe journey!

Gregory Rzeczko

http://skysurf.travel/

*Spirit Airlines – To save even bigger on flight tickets with Spirit Airlines, sign up for coupon emails, or join the company’s $9 Fare Club. One personal item is included with a Bare Fare. This is something like a laptop bag or purse smaller than 18”x14”x8”. To see what a bag of this size looks like, click here: http://amzn.to/2v7ocYc. If you plan on traveling with additional/larger bags, click here for prices.

**Frontier Airlines – Here are a few ways to save with Frontier Airlines. One personal item is included. This is something like a laptop bag or purse smaller than 18”x14”x8”. To see what a bag of this size looks like, click here: http://amzn.to/2v7ocYc. If you plan on traveling with additional/larger bags, click here for prices.

How to Travel by Plane to 9 Cities (7 Countries) in Southeast Asia for under $400 in One Trip

Southeast Asia is a group of diverse countries between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, known for its beautiful beaches, tasty cuisine, low prices, and good air connections.

If you’re planning a trip to Southeast Asia and looking for the most economical flight route, SkySurf.Travel is the online tool you’ll need. In this blog entry, I will be building a flight itinerary composed of 9 cities (7 countries) in Southeast Asia for under $400! No mile points needed!

For this example, I’ll be beginning my journey from Singapore. Anyone who has ever traveled to Singapore will tell you it’s a must place country to visit. Here’s 50 reasons Singapore is the world’s greatest city, according to CNN.

First I clicked on the “Multi-city” tab, I then typed in “Singapore” in the “Traveling From” input field, selected the “Depart Date” (in this case I’m pretty flexible, so I’ve selected “May 2017”) and finally clicked the “Search Best Deals!” button.

A list returned of the cheapest flights. I saw a flight to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from Singapore for $32 and clicked on the “+ Add to BookIt List” button to add this flight to my itinerary. A popup then appeared, such as the one below:

I’ve selected the date on when I plan on departing Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. For this example, I’ve selected May 24, 2017 and then clicked the “To another destination” link. I’ve repeated the above process until I was happy with my entire flight itinerary. Here’s where I’ll be flying to for under $400:

Singapore – May 24, 2017 (Starting point)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – May 24 – 28, 2017 ($32)
Siem Reap, Cambodia – May 28 – June 1, 2017 ($45)
Hanoi, Vietnam – June 1 – 5, 2017 ($59)
Bangkok, Thailand – June 5 – 11, 2017 ($39)
Luang Prabang, Laos – June 11 – 16, 2017 ($45)
Jakarta, Indonesia – June 16 – 20, 2017 ($72)
Palembang, Indonesia – June 20 – 26, 2017 ($35)
Batam, Indonesia – June 26 ($44)

I decided to end my trip in Batam, Indonesia since you can take a ferry to Singapore for about $30. The total for all my flights is $371. Below in a screenshot of my entire flight itinerary (BookIt List) I’ve just composed at SkySurf.Travel:

Not bad? 9 cities in Southeast Asia for under $400. Try to see if you can beat this deal and post in the comments section below.

Safe travels!

Gregory Rzeczko

http://skysurf.travel/

How to Travel by Plane to 17 Cities in Europe for under $500 in One Trip

Yes, you’ve read that right! Seventeen cities in Europe for under $500 in one trip by plane via SkySurf.Travel. No mile points needed. All non-stop flights! According to this article How to Hit Europe’s Greatest Cities for under $500 in One Trip, you can visit 15 cities in Europe for under $500 by bus or train. That’s a great deal, but what if you would rather fly and get to your destinations faster, and pay even less? Or possibly mix it up a bit with plane, bus, and train to get even a cheaper deal? That’s totally a matter of preference. You might enjoy sightseeing when riding a bus or train, while reading a book about your next destination, or perhaps you prefer flying through the sky with a bird’s eye view of the lands below?

Now be forewarned: The prices below were found during the time of writing this blog. Prices change frequently for flights. You can still find great flight deals for under $500 if you plan your own economical travel route using SkySurf.Travel. Possibly even cheaper, or slightly more expensive, depending on the time of booking and where you want to fly to. Also, some airlines such as Wizzair allow passengers a free small cabin bag carry-on the size of 42 x 32 x 25 cm. To see what a carry-on bag of this size looks like, click here: http://amzn.to/2whwXxn , so packing light is a good idea if you want to fly for really cheap. If you need to travel with a larger carry-on, some airlines may charge an extra fee. Please see baggage policies of each airline before booking.

In this blog entry, I will show you how you can visit 17 cities in Europe for under $500. All non-stop flights.

Here’s the cities I’ll be flying to, starting from London, England:

Olsztyn-Mazury, Poland (June 13, 2107)
Oslo, Norway (June 16, 2017)
Vilnius, Lithuania (June 21, 2017)
Stockholm, Sweden (June 25, 2017)
Budapest, Hungary (June 30, 2017)
Brussels, Belgium (July 4, 2017)
Berlin, Germany (July 9, 2017)
Copenhagen, Denmark (July 13, 2017)
Eindhoven, Netherlands (July 18, 2017)
Timisoara, Romania (July 24, 2017)
Venice, Italy (July 28, 2017)
Prague, Czech Republic (August 4, 2017)
Paris, France (August 9, 2017)
Ibiza, Spain (August 14, 2017)
Madrid, Spain (August 18, 2017)
Birmingham, England (August 25, 2017)

For a total of $487 with taxes included! Take a look at my SkySurf.travel BookIt List below:

Here’s my European vacation travel route (17 cities):

Not too bad, eh? Seventeen cities in Europe traveling by plane for $487 with taxes included!

Here’s how I got this awesome deal:

I clicked on the “Multi-city” tab and entered in my departure city, which is London, England (LOND). I then clicked on “Depart Date”, clicked on “June 2017”, and finally the “Search Best Deals!” button.

The cheapest flight that came up in the search results was to Olsztyn-Mazury, Poland on June 13, 2017 for $16! (Which, by the way, is a charming city in Poland with many beautiful lakes in the area. Great for boating, camping, nightlife, and more.)

Once I add this flight to my BookIt List, I get a popup such as the one below:

I choose the date when I want to depart, and then click on the “To another destination” link, or click the “Back to London Luton LTN” link once I want a return flight back to London. I repeat this process until I’m done adding all my flights to the BookIt List.

It’s possible to go even lower in price! Try it out yourself (possibly even with trains, buses, or ferries) and let me know what great itineraries you can come up with. Try Asia! It’s also cheap to get around by plane. And even the entire world!

Happy and safe travels!

Gregory Rzeczko

http://skysurf.travel/