I Can Dream Can't I?

We took a nice, but frugal vacation this year. Our vacation budget for the next year will be significantly smaller, as we are redirecting funds to purchase a different family vehicle. (Tim and I aren't in total agreement yet about the vehicle purchase, but I think he will come around to my way of thinking.) Our next vacation will likely involve a tent, some backpacks, and mountains near us.

I'm ok with that. We really enjoy those kind of vacations, but I dream of seeing the world. It isn't in the budget now, but it is nice to imagine planning a trip to the UK. We would of course, do it frugally by going off season, shopping for the best airfare, and checking for the best rates at Hotels in London, Hotels in Manchester, and Hotels in Birmingham.

I would look for free or low cost things to do. Maybe we would go to the Queens Gallery, or Westminster Abbey, or possibly the fan museum. Perhaps the Museum of Science and Industry would be a good one for the family. I know my oldest would love that. A stroll through Brindleyplace along the canals in Birmingham sounds wonderful too. I know some of you are from the UK, what free or low cost activities would you recommend?

Ah, some day we will travel the world. We will do it frugally, but travel just the same. For now I look forward to camping, and backpacking and other things that are close to home.