Budget-savvy Commuter Mugs

'For transportation, you get a free pair of running shoes.'

"So the plan is to fly everyone for free. But we'll charge $400.00 per bag."

A treasure map shows you all the roads without tolls.

GAS PRICES AT PUMP

'I hate to tell you this, but enlightenment just isn't for commuters.'

"Love the bag, Stell! Very career."

"We're off. We got a loan to fill er up!"

"If your luggage is in your clothes it doesn't count!"

Excess Baggage: Airlines are constantly working on new seating configurations.

'He must be going economy!'

An airplane with a sardine can opener instead of a door

'Can I ask you what you've had to eat this morning, Sir? . . .Have you evacuated your bowels since then? . . . I'm afraid I'll have to charge you for the additional weight.'

Getting out of baggage fees is tricky, another sweater or two and I'd be charged for an extra seat.

"We live in interesting times. Present company exempted, of course."

'Margaret, what are we doing on this cruise ship that we couldn't have done at home, cheaper?'

"It was rated on all the travel websites. 'Best economy tour'."

'And, at those prices, we have two wheel well seats available.'

Underwater on the Car

Expensive greeting cards.

"This is the last time I let you handle our vacation plans, you cheapskate."

"Now THAT's what I call a budget airline!"

Welcome all to the monthly gathering of Tightwads United. Hi there. Hello. Hey. On tonight's agenda: Dumpster diving, coupon clipping, and a special lecture. How to carpool while always getting the other person to drive. I'm like a god. Woohoo!! Yeah!!! Clap clap clap clap clap clap clap. Tightwads United.

'Any other husband would hire two pairs of skis.'

"Once again, how little did you pay for this room?"

Due to recent cutbacks, several major airlines have eliminated their snack carts.

"Rome was great – aside from the roaming fees."

Excess Baggage: Many hotels, inspired by the airlines are gouging their guests by adding 'resort fees' to the room rates.

Europe on $5000 a day.

'At least someone can afford to travel by train.'

Ticket machine costing an arm and a leg.

'We don't keep cash on the premises.'

Andy's first airplane experience was marred by his grandmother's stinginess

"For an extra charge, your flight can come with angst and insecurity."

"I know what the airlines charge to check a bag is outrageous, but. . ."

"I can't stand working in the office, but I don't mind the commute."