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traces & thrills

This blog is owned and managed by Mark Mercado . He has been traveling since 2005 and documenting an array of travel topics such as travel resources, engaging travel narratives from different cities around the globe and photo essays for unique perspectives along the way.

The new year will soon be here, we all want it to come in with a bang. We have had our share of travel adventures so far before the pandemic strike and we would like to visit the places that have left us the travel bug without having to break the bank.

Getting started with travel planning can sometimes get you confused because there are so many travel sites out there offering advice on where to go, what is hot and happening and how much it will cost you in time, effort and money. That’s why I put together a list of travel ideas that won’t break your budget.

These travel destinations will have you hitting the road sooner than later while keeping your wallet intact.