The 8 Things Every Budget Traveler Knows

Sure, you have to stay somewhere, but hotels aren't always the best value for your money, Pauline Frommer says.

Try renting a room in an apartment, or even the entire place. Also, if you live near a tourist attraction or big city, take advantage of apartment swapping. You can trade up through companies that can be found online. Pauline says to go with a larger company for the widest array of options.