Cheap weekend ski trip in New Mexico? [more inside]
posted by abdulf on Dec 13, 2009 - 9 answers

Where are the cheap, quick, delicious eats in downtown Houston? I'm staying at the Hilton Americas Houston for a conference and need some alternatives to the overpriced hotel dining options. [more inside]
posted by desuetude on Dec 3, 2009 - 10 answers

What's a good system for a non-profit to set-up and manage a digital archive of somewhere between 2,000 and 5,000 text, pictures, sound and video items? It needs to be accessible by multiple people at the same time and be easily searchable. [more inside]
posted by Magnakai on Dec 2, 2009 - 8 answers

Help me find less expensive shoes! [more inside]
posted by GarotaDaCidade on Nov 28, 2009 - 7 answers

Buying a ticket to Bangkok—is there a dependable online ticket-searching service that is all about getting the truly cheapest fare? Skinflint-In-Coach.com? [more inside]
posted by blueberry on Nov 27, 2009 - 20 answers

Any experience / suggestions / pearls of wisdom / recommendations for free Subversion hosting? TIA, no more inside.
posted by mwhybark on Nov 23, 2009 - 7 answers

What are your favorite cheap eats and drinks in Denver? [more inside]
posted by kookywon on Nov 17, 2009 - 2 answers

Please help me get from Europe to Canada for the Xmas holidays without having to live out of a cardboard box. [more inside]
posted by nicoleincanada on Nov 8, 2009 - 24 answers

Where in Portland, OR might I go to practice piano...for free/cheap?? [more inside]
posted by Lutoslawski on Nov 4, 2009 - 9 answers

Taking care of some things so money’s tight. What are some kickass, cool, mellow things I can do for free or dirt cheap! Preferably in Brooklyn, NY? [more inside]
posted by Hydrofiend on Oct 27, 2009 - 10 answers

I'd like to build the world's cheapest media center PC. Budget is teensy. [more inside]
posted by sully75 on Oct 25, 2009 - 8 answers

cell plan change suggestions? [more inside]
posted by mwhybark on Oct 22, 2009 - 25 answers

I want to go sledding with my two year-old this winter -- what's the best cheap 2 person winter sled, either makeshift (garbage lid) or sled-proper (sled)?
posted by LittlePumpkin on Oct 20, 2009 - 10 answers

I need to setup an mp3 player for our phone system to play recordings on hold, but i need it to have a wall charger since it will be on all the time, and there is no USB connection nearby. Does anyone know of a cheap(sub $50) player that has that functionality. It would be really nice if it had a screen and not like an ipod shuffle.
posted by Mesach on Oct 20, 2009 - 7 answers

I'm renting a flat and it's cold, and it's going to get colder (I'm on a 1 year contract in the alps). Is there anything noninvasive (preferably cheap, but I'm ok to spend if it's really going to work) that I can do to warm the place up? What sort of portable space heaters give the best performance for electricity/gas? Are there any decent renter-based guides to improving insulation? [more inside]
posted by handee on Oct 14, 2009 - 26 answers

I have some posters that I would like to hang up, but they have been damaged through poor handling in the past. Are there inexpensive yet non-tacky (no pun intended) ways of hanging them up? [more inside]
posted by grouse on Oct 13, 2009 - 13 answers

How to find the best NYC --> Europe flight deals when both day of week and destination are flexible. Caveat: flying out July 2010. [more inside]
posted by amicamentis on Oct 13, 2009 - 8 answers

What cheap, protein-y things taste good rolled up in a tortilla? [more inside]
posted by pluckemin on Oct 10, 2009 - 30 answers

Cheap buses from NYC to Washington D.C.? The question's been asked and answered in the past, but I'm wondering if that information is outdated. Thanks!
posted by mixer on Oct 10, 2009 - 16 answers

What are my options for a cheap, small Mac laptop? [more inside]
posted by attercoppe on Oct 2, 2009 - 25 answers

I'm visiting San Francisco this weekend, but I don't want to stay overnight in the City. What's your favorite Bay Area cheap-ish hotel? BART accessibility a plus. [more inside]
posted by hwyengr on Sep 22, 2009 - 8 answers

What are some free or cheap things to do in Vancouver, BC? [more inside]
posted by scose on Sep 17, 2009 - 20 answers

I'm going to be in Denver for a seminar. Arriving Saturday, leaving Thursday. Staying a little east of the city center. Should I bother renting a car? [more inside]
posted by TheManChild2000 on Sep 16, 2009 - 9 answers

i need a bunch of cheap, or better yet FREE, activities for a group of 20-something indonesian musicans and dancers during our trip to singapore. [more inside]
posted by messiahwannabe on Sep 16, 2009 - 4 answers

Cheapest computing possibilities that will not die within six weeks? Used, new, whatever, I'm looking for something that will let me browse the net, do word processing/spreadsheets, and play music at least. [more inside]
posted by schroedinger on Sep 15, 2009 - 22 answers

Best cheap, temporary Internet access by dial-up or cell? (In Kittery, ME.) [more inside]
posted by pbh on Sep 14, 2009 - 6 answers

How do I get to London, England on the cheap? [more inside]
posted by sepsis on Sep 12, 2009 - 8 answers

How do I get a good deal on a big Broadway show? [more inside]
posted by msali on Sep 10, 2009 - 13 answers

I'm doing some engineering and need to capture video of highway traffic. Preferably, I'd record on a large flash memory. I need medium resolution.... enough to tell the difference between a motorcycle and a tractor trailer. Looking for recommendations for 'good enough'. [more inside]
posted by FauxScot on Sep 2, 2009 - 9 answers

What are some of the best things to do in Spain in October? [more inside]
posted by lattiboy on Aug 31, 2009 - 8 answers

What's the cheapest way to move from Southern California to Portland, OR? [more inside]
posted by too bad you're not me on Aug 28, 2009 - 9 answers

Favorite Ramen Recipes? I am looking to augment my Ramen meals. What do you guys like to add? How do you manipulate Ramen to achieve maximum awesomeness? [more inside]
posted by Think_Long on Aug 27, 2009 - 46 answers

I'm looking to pick up an instrument. What would you recommend that doesn't cost too much to buy and maintain, is fairly easy to learn, can be self-taught (i.e. with online resources/videos), and works well as a solo instrument? [more inside]
posted by sciencemandan on Aug 25, 2009 - 29 answers

Help planning a 5 Day trip to NYC - Do you know of any secret delights that New York City has to offer? I need recommendations/advice on everything from where to stay to where to go. Much more details inside. [more inside]
posted by ashaw on Aug 22, 2009 - 19 answers

Small wedding in Yosemite: know of an amazing photographer with a package under $3K? Caterers too? [more inside]
posted by scazza on Aug 18, 2009 - 4 answers

Cheapest Airline Tickets: Los Angeles - Berlin RT. Options? [more inside]
posted by VikingSword on Aug 17, 2009 - 5 answers

Why is this online store selling amazing tvs for so cheap? There's gotta be a catch but I don't see it. [more inside]
posted by smeater44 on Aug 14, 2009 - 9 answers

Please help me find the cheapest way to get from Chicago to New York late next week! [more inside]
posted by jordanlewis on Jul 31, 2009 - 7 answers

A friend has been in an accident and I need to get to where she is ASAP. Problem? I only have $150 to my name. Please help me figure out whether I can make this emergency road trip without (a) dying or (b) running out of money. Main issue: how much money will gas for this trip really cost? [more inside]
posted by SkylitDrawl on Jul 28, 2009 - 40 answers

I'm starting grad school and will be living in a residence hall with shared kitchen facilities. I need your ideas for quick, cheap, and healthy meals. [more inside]
posted by sciencemandan on Jul 27, 2009 - 20 answers

Just moved my boyfriend into a new apartment, and he will be unable to afford cable tv for quite awhile. As admitted boob toob junkies, we are quickly running out of things to do when we just feel like being around the house. Suggestions of fun and relatively budget friendly (under $30 to accomplish, preferably with a re-usability factor) activities to do at home, without the magical box. [more inside]
posted by Gonestarfishing on Jul 24, 2009 - 41 answers

Anyone know where I can get an HDMI cable in Montreal for under $30? [more inside]
posted by hector horace on Jul 17, 2009 - 8 answers

They say you should never skimp when buying: coffee, shoes, wine. What else should you never take the cheap route when buying, where quality definitely is worth the high price?
posted by heather-b on Jul 15, 2009 - 134 answers

Help me plan an October European vacation (starting/ending in Madrid) on the cheap! [more inside]
posted by lattiboy on Jul 13, 2009 - 9 answers

I need a cheap, used car (~$6000) that can handle the hundreds of miles I drive every week for work. [more inside]
posted by girlmightlive on Jul 9, 2009 - 24 answers

TravelFilter: What are the cheapest (but best) travel destinations in the Caribbean, Africa, and Asia (specifically, Southeast Asia)? [more inside]
posted by the NATURAL on Jul 8, 2009 - 14 answers

What's actually worth it to buy from a dollar store? [more inside]
posted by kidsleepy on Jun 30, 2009 - 66 answers

Given that the airlines are reducing the numbers of flights due to the economic downturn, what is the optimal time to book cheap flights? In the past, I've had great success booking domestic flights 2-3 days before. This time, we will be booking 2 round trip tickets. I just booked a flight from the western US to Montreal for my husband, three weeks ahead, as we found the planes were filling up rapidly. We didn't get much of a deal. Standby is not on option as I'll be flying with an autistic person. Any and all hive-mind thoughts are welcome. Thanks!
posted by ragtimepiano on Jun 28, 2009 - 3 answers

So, apparently I need glasses. Where can this Canadian get the best deal on some designer frames? [more inside]
posted by synecdoche on Jun 25, 2009 - 11 answers

A couple of my friends are coming to New York to visit near the end of July, and we want to take in a show (preferably a musical). We're all students and we're trying to find cheap tickets, but we want to have this sorted out in advance instead of waiting to buy tickets day-of. Does anyone know a good way to do this? I'm in New York if it's something that needs to be done in person, although through a website would be preferable. We're just looking for good deals or discounts, or something. Also I know nothing about Broadway, so recommendations for fun shows would be very welcome!
posted by howgenerica on Jun 25, 2009 - 10 answers