Hans Brinker's Guide to the Everyday

Survive in the most expensive cities around the world.

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Big Ben - what’s the BFD?

Hey British Brinker-ites, we’ve got a special recommendation for you. The Big Ben! Sure, it's nice to look at, but if you've seen one watchtower, you've seen them all, right?

Right. Except, how many people have seen Big Ben from the inside? That's right, if you're willing to brave 334 stairs, you could look out past the iconic watch face and see London in all its expensive glory.

What does it cost? Nothing but some sweat, blood (if you do it wrong) and tears (if you're a drama queen). 

You don't need much to get in. Just an invite from an MP. And it's not as difficult as it sounds. Okay, it’s a little difficult, but it’s worth it! 

Visit this nifty website and sign up parliament.uk

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If you're broke and you know it, clap your hands.

London. It's just like New York isn't it? Pigeons everywhere.

And just like New York, you're on a budget. And it's raining all the time? So what do damp Hans Brinker-ites do for entertainment? They claps as hard as they can.

If you're one for British humour, head over to the BBC and participate as an audience member in one of their shows. They need people to laugh, clap, whoop and cheer. In return, you get a bloody good show at no expense and get to see some famous people, too. That's the Hans Brinker way, innit?

 Head over to bbc.co.uk to see what’s on now. 

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Farewell, New York. Hello, London.

So you're done with the Big Apple? London should be your next stop because it's ours as well.

Now, if you're not familiar with the British, there’s more to the nation than the stereotypes. You know what we mean - fish and chips, excessive tea-drinking, quirky colonialism and just a jolly way with words.

If you're familiar with the British and London in particular, you know why we've created this series. There's only so long any self-respecting traveller can survive on crumpets and strumpets.

Keep your eyes peeled, there's some good advice on its way.

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When you find a fellow Hans Brinker traveller

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Culture Vultures

Even the Hans Brinker tourist gets the occasional bouts of blues. Being cheap isn’t as easy as it looks. 

But never fear, we know just what’s needed: ART. That’s right, there’s nothing like a healthy dose of culture to turn the day around. 

MUSEUMS

Museums are great and also free. Sure, some of them have a suggested fare, but you should pay with a smile. 

The Brooklyn Museum is a great place to start. There are 1.5 million works of art in here. There’s an entire floor dedicated to Egypt for those with Mummy issues, and one for modern art lovers too. 

Walk in a philistine and walk out a professor. 

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Things you can do in NYC on a budget.

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New York's restaurants are expensive. Its dumpsters aren't.

After a stint at Hans Brinker, you won't look at the world in the same way. We're sorry about that.

But, here's our solution to the problem. A handy guide to living cheap in the most expensive cities in the world. Like New York.

Ahh, New York. Home to some of the world's finest restaurants you’ll never be able to afford.  

There is hope, though. With good restaurants come even better dumpsters, and professional dumpster divers know there’s always cash in the trash.

Want to jumpstart your diving career? Here’s a quick tutorial.