When traveling on a budget, we always look for ways to skim off a few more dollars off our travel expenses. And we all know what the results are... crappy hostels, inconvenient travel times and street food, among others.

However, budget travel does not always have to mean low-end everything. It could also mean going on a luxurious 5-star vacation for the price of a 3-star holiday. You can be a high-end traveler without having to pay a ridiculous amount of money. Interested?

According to nick Trend, you can get the best prices at the best places if you...

• Book Early or Book Late
• Time Travel Carefully
• Compare Countries
• Look Twice at Pricing
• Seek out Perks
• ... and Free Nights
• Share in the Experience
• Fly in Luxury - Cheaply
• Upgrade Selectively
• Make Your Life Easy

Read Nick Trend's 10-point strategy for getting the best prices at the best places to help you get that luxurious vacation you deserve.