Budget Travelling

Hostels are fantastic, offering a cheap bed, tourist information, lots of fellow travellers and a good party scene.
If you prefer to meet locals and save money on accommodation, try couchsurfing. Go to couchsurfing.org for more information.
For a genuine backpacking experience, consider buying a tent and sleeping bag. You really get good use out of them and can easily find places to sleep on the side of the road, a beach or a park. Aim for a spot with low activity at night though.
Volunteer! There are countless opportunities to work on farms, hostels and tour agencies around the world, where in exchange for your services, you are provided food and shelter. Check out Helpx, Workaway and WWOOF for more details.
If you find yourself in a jam, ask locals for a good place to sleep. They may direct you somewhere cheap or even offer you a place at their home. If you don’t feel comfortable with this, there is always the bus or train station.
In terms of transportation, hitchhiking is by far the cheapest option (it’s free!). While it may take longer than traditional methods, it gives you the opportunity to meet locals and to see places that are off the beaten track. You can find tips on hitchhiking here.
Buses and trains are generally inexpensive and often the easiest way to get from A to B. Flagging down a bus while hitchhiking may get you a discounted ticket or even a free ride if you explain you are tight on funds.
Planes are obviously more expensive yet sometimes necessary. Check out the budget airlines as well as websites such as Google Flights and STA Travel, where you can find discounts for students and youth.
Boats are cheaper alternatives when going relatively short distances across a sea. Check out the pricing plan, as some vehicle ferries only require payment per vehicle. If this is the case, ask to ride along with someone! You can also try to hitch a yacht or freighter if you’re feeling up to the challenge.
Beach showers and public toilets are great for washing yourself. Just take a bar of soap and go to town. Alternatively find a local mosque, as it is common practice to wash one’s hands, arms, face and feet before and after prayer.
Supermarkets are your best bet for quality food, even if you don’t have access to a stove. Bread, fruit, nuts and muesli are all relatively cheap and energy dense.
If you want to eat something more substantial, check out the small fast food places. You will often be able to find a cheap yet delicious kebab, pizza slice or burek.
Free walking tours are the best introduction to a city. As the guides work solely for tips, they are often enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable. They therefore have an abundance of useful information, such as what to see, where to eat, and where to party.
If a night out is on the agenda, check out the locally run pub crawls. They offer cheaper drinks, free shots and entry into nightclubs, and are often packed with party-loving tourists.