RouteForLess
Lola Akinmake Akerstrom

Lola Akinmake Akerstrom

Articles by Lola Akinmake Akerstrom

1669 articles · Page 116 of 140

Game of Thrones Ending Croatia Trip: What to Expect & How to Plan It
stories

Game of Thrones Ending Croatia Trip: What to Expect & How to Plan It

A firsthand account of retracing the final season’s Croatia locations — Dubrovnik, Split, and beyond. Learn how to navigate crowds, timing, transport, and authenticity without overspending.

7 Lessons I've Learned as a Hijabi Traveler: Practical Insights for Modest Travelers
stories

7 Lessons I've Learned as a Hijabi Traveler: Practical Insights for Modest Travelers

How to navigate dress, safety, accommodation, and cultural connection as a hijabi traveler—what to look for in destinations, transport, and local interactions.

Myrtle Beach Mini Golf Trail: Budget Travel Guide & Tips
destinations

Myrtle Beach Mini Golf Trail: Budget Travel Guide & Tips

How to experience the Myrtle Beach mini golf trail on a budget: transport, stays, eats, costs, and seasonal advice. What to expect, what to avoid, and realistic daily spending estimates.

How We Met Before Adventure in You: A Real Travel Narrative
stories

How We Met Before Adventure in You: A Real Travel Narrative

A firsthand account of how chance encounters before a trip reshaped everything—what to expect, how to stay open, and why pre-travel connections matter more than you think.

How to Eat a New Language: Budget Travel Guide for Food-Based Language Learning
budget-tips

How to Eat a New Language: Budget Travel Guide for Food-Based Language Learning

Learn how to eat a new language—using food as a low-cost, high-impact language-learning tool. What to expect, step-by-step implementation, real cost comparisons, and when it works best.

How to Visit the World’s Oldest Shipwreck in the Black Sea
stories

How to Visit the World’s Oldest Shipwreck in the Black Sea

A firsthand account of traveling to Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast to see where the world’s oldest intact shipwreck was discovered—and what practical logistics, local access, and historical context you actually need.

Rome vs Venice Budget Travel Guide: How to Choose Wisely
destinations

Rome vs Venice Budget Travel Guide: How to Choose Wisely

Compare Rome and Venice for budget travel: transport, accommodation, food, and daily costs. See which city fits your priorities—history, walkability, or affordability—and what to expect price-wise.

How to Handle a Police Encounter Abroad Using Your iPhone Shortcut
stories

How to Handle a Police Encounter Abroad Using Your iPhone Shortcut

A firsthand account of using an iPhone shortcut during an unexpected police stop overseas — what worked, what didn’t, and how to prepare your device before departure.

How Multilinguals Multiple Personalities Saves Money on Travel
budget-tips

How Multilinguals Multiple Personalities Saves Money on Travel

Learn how multilingual travelers can leverage language fluency to access lower-priced local booking channels, avoid currency markups, and negotiate better rates—step-by-step guide with real cost comparisons.

21 Ways to Save Money on the Road: Practical Budget Travel Guide
budget-tips

21 Ways to Save Money on the Road: Practical Budget Travel Guide

How to save money on the road with 21 actionable, step-by-step strategies—realistic cost comparisons, effort levels, and tools you can use today.

Where to Stay in Havana Cuba: Budget Accommodation Guide
accommodation

Where to Stay in Havana Cuba: Budget Accommodation Guide

How to choose affordable, safe, and convenient accommodation in Havana. What price ranges to expect, which neighborhoods suit your priorities, and how to avoid common booking pitfalls.

Blog-Writing-Tips for Budget Travelers: How to Save Money While Documenting Trips
budget-tips

Blog-Writing-Tips for Budget Travelers: How to Save Money While Documenting Trips

How to use blog-writing-tips to cut travel costs: step-by-step guide with real price comparisons, tools, and pitfalls to avoid. What to look for in travel blogging savings.