About the Blog

MARKS & MILES blog is owned and managed by Mark Mercado. He has been traveling since 2005 and documenting an array of travel topics such as travel resources, engaging travel narratives from different cities around the globe and photo essays for unique perspectives along the way.

The new year will soon be here, we all want it to come in with a bang. We have had our share of travel adventures so far before the pandemic strike and we would like to visit the places that have left us the travel bug without having to break the bank.

Getting started with travel planning can sometimes get you confused because there are so many travel sites out there offering advice on where to go, what is hot and happening and how much it will cost you in time, effort and money. That's why this blog has a list of travel ideas that won't break your budget.

These travel destinations will have you hitting the road sooner than later while keeping your wallet intact.

Let's leave a mark for every mile we take. - MM

About the Author

Mark Mercado is a tech and travel enthusiast. Mark attended high school in the 90s when C was the language of choice for computer science class projects--he happily helped his classmates with their homework! He is also classically trained as baritone during his undergraduate studies as a member of a choral group. He has spent time living in Asia for work and pleasure; Singapore being his ticket to the world of traveling. When he isn't buckling down or traveling the world, you'll find in the garden or baking up something sweet. Mark is passionate about sustainable living as well as being conscious of how technology can help improve society for future generations.

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Some of the links on this website are affiliate links. This means if you purchase through those links, I may receive a commission. This doesn't incur any cost to you, in fact you will receive a variety of discounts. This blog aims to provide ideas in saving travel related costs.