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FOR BACKPACKERS-TURNED-PARENTS
Hello !
We Are WE SAVE & TRAVEL.
We Save & Travel turns “how do we travel with kids?” into “where will we go next?” Run by two ex‑backpackers now roaming with their toddler, we’re stripping away cost and logistics barriers with wallet‑wise guides, kid‑tested itineraries, and gear picks that punch above their price. We believe passionately that the only thing standing between young families and adventure is an excellent plan. Keeping travel dreams alive after the kids arrive.
Looking for Your Definitive Lisbon Metro Transit Guide (w/ tips for using it with kids)?
20 minutes after finding out they were becoming parents. Look at those naïve smiles. Lisbon Transit Guide: In a word, Beautiful. Lisbon’s...
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Looking for Your Definitive Porto Transit Guide (w/ tips for using it with kids)?
I can still hear the sounds of the city and transiting boats along the Douro. Porto Transit Guide: Navigating Portugal’s Northern...
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Looking for Your Definitive Mexico City Transit Guide (w/ tips for using it with kids)?
Now that's a museum. Mexico City Transit Guide: Exploring CDMX with Confidence Mexico City is soooo big, but its public transportation...
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Looking for Your definitive Guatemala Transit Guide (w/ tips for using it with kids)?
Guatemala Transit Guide: Getting Around, from City to Highlands Chicken Bus Bling! Navigating Guatemala's transit network can be a wild...
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Looking for Your Definitive New York City Metro Transit Guide (w/ tips for using it with kids)?
New York City Metro Area Transit Guide Respect. It's hard to remember the initial challenges of navigating NYC Metro after living and...
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How do Backpackers Stay Limber (and Limit Soreness) When Traveling?
When it comes to put a ton of steps on the body's odometer, nothing works better for us than stretching calves and hips before and after...
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How to Use Prague's Tram, Metro & Bus System? The Easy Breakdown.
For most Americans, the hang-up in using foreign transit systems starts with the language barrier and continues with ticket validation....
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Did a Real-Time Translation App Just Make Travel A Breeze?
While not perfect, and limited by cellular/WiFi connectivity, natural-sounding translation software is closer than ever to bridging a...
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So, How Do You Get a Baby Passport?
US Baby Passports: The Cutest Legal Document You'll Ever See Getting a passport for your infant is a rite of passage (with picture you'll...
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Flash Trip: 3 Historic Days in Kraków, Poland
Take in ALL of Kraków, they said. Love Prague but don’t swoon over swarming tourists? You’ll be captivated by a visit to Kraków. The...
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12 Incredible Activities on São Miguel Island in the Azores
A guide to the top activities on São Miguel island in the Azores from spelunking to sipping tea and everything in between.
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The Essential Guide to the Azores: An Oasis in the Atlantic
Your essential guide to visiting the Azores, covering everything from weather to costs to language to food and activities.
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The Ultimate São Miguel Itinerary: 4 Perfect Days in the Azores
Plan the perfect Azores escape with this comprehensive 4-day São Miguel itinerary—crater lakes, seafood eats, and bubbling mud included.
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Flash Trip: 3 Enchanting Days in San Luis Obispo, California
Can an entire city feel like a second home? Spend a little time in San Luis Obispo, California—and the county that shares its name—and you might just find that it does.
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A Food Lover's Guide to Oaxacan Cuisine
Oaxaca: A Food Lover’s Paradise Oaxaca is a Gastro-Wonder of the World, rivaling India and Thailand for our favorite food destinations,...
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Flash Trip: 3 Days in Oaxaca City
The perfect 3-day itinerary in Oaxaca, with everything from hotel and food recs to stunning day trips.
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7 Unforgettable Days in Oaxaca
Welcome to our 7-day dive into festive and DELICIOUS Oaxaca de Juárez! Per capita, I am hard-pressed to think of a destination more rich...
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The Best Places to Eat in Oaxaca City
LET'S EAT! This is one of our favorite topics because Oaxacan food is just so good. Make sure you eat at every possible opportunity to...
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What Are the Best Travel Stroller and Car Seat for My Trip?
What Car Seat and Stroller Should I Buy? This question can drive any new parent completely insane. I researched strollers and car seats...
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All-Colombia: Fun Facts, Great Books, & Compelling Movies
Before I travel to a new destination – or revisit a favorite – I love to load up on interesting information, especially from a local...
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