How to see the world for free (or almost)
We explore different ways for travelling on a shoestring, from housesitting to working holidays.
Top 10 free things to do in Barcelona
From Gaudí and Picasso to street parties and outdoor movies, we pick the best attractions and local haunts to help you enjoy Barcelona for free
Top 10 free things to see in Venice
You have to pay to see the pavilions in Venice's Biennale of Architecture, which opened on Saturday. But there are many other stunning works of art around the city that you can enjoy for free
Top 10 free things to do in Amsterdam
From galleries, boat trips and concerts to the city's famous condom shop, there's plenty of great things to do in Amsterdam that won't cost you a guilder
Top 10 free things to do in Rome
A holiday in Rome can mean expensive tickets for tourist attractions, but the eternal city has museums, music venues, markets and cinemas that can be enjoyed for free
Top 10 free things to do in New York
Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge, the High Line… some of New York's most famous attractions don't cost a dime. We pick the best, plus where to head for free concerts, beer and comedy in the Big Apple
Top 10 free things to do in Paris
Paris is one of the world's most beautiful cities – and one of the most expensive. So, from the walkway over the city to galleries and fashion shows, Will Coldwell picks the city's best free activities
How to volunteer on a farm as a family: expert's guide to Wwoofing with kids
Volunteering on a farm isn't just for solo backpackers; it's a great way to have a cheap and rewarding family trip. Jason and Jill DiLoreti, who spent over a year working on farms around the world with their two young children, share their experience
How to volunteer at a music festival
Volunteering at a music, film or art festival can mean free tickets, discounts or 'crew' perks, as well as gaining an insight into how major events are put together
Top 20 free UK museums and galleries for families
Whether your kids are into trains, football, art or history, here's our pick of 20 great free museums, many with interactive exhibits and activities aimed at younger visitors
Pay-what-you-want restaurants around the world
Travelling on a tight budget? Here are six restaurants around the world where you can tuck into a hearty meal and only pay what you think it's worth at the end
10 of the best free museums in Europe
The cost of visiting museums on the continent can come as a surprise to Brits not used to paying for a culture fix. We round up 10 free attractions, from Istanbul to Reykjavik
Free hot springs around the world
Forget freezing New Year dips and enjoy a blissfully warm soak instead at one of these natural pools, creeks and beaches
Must like huskies: working winter holidays
Work with dogs and reindeer or on a farm in the snowy reaches of northern Europe or Canada for a real taste of a snowy winter wonderland
House-sit and see the world for free
Is there such a thing as a free holiday? House-sitting comes pretty close. Here's our guide on how to do it, with advice from experienced 'sitters'
Driveaway: how to drive across the US and Canada for free
Want to avoid paying for car rental on a North America road trip? Become a driveaway or drive out courier and deliver someone else's car for free or nearly free. We tell you how to sign up
Work on a farm - and see the world for free
Travellers prepared to put in a few hours' graft a day can stay in beautiful settings for next to nothing through a farm volunteer scheme
Crew a ship and see the world for free (or almost)
In the first in a new series on free and cheap ways of travelling around the world, we look at crewing a ship as a way of earning your passage
