Transformative Travel: I look at how travel can change lives. Time to start packing your bags: 2017 is shaping up to be a banner year for budget travel. The dollar is enjoying historic highs ...

Mark your calendar to take advantage of sales, slow periods and the best travel deals. By Elaine Glusac Elaine Glusac is the Frugal Traveler columnist, focusing on budget-friendly tips and journeys.

Best of all, you can enjoy London and all its vibrancy with a budget or no budget in mind ... Just remember that, as with any travel destination, pricing for a week-long trip to London varies ...