Based on my experience, the cheapest way would be: 1) Airbnb for a affordable room / stay at friend's house 2) cheapflights.com 3) PACK minimalistic - http:/

Based on my experience, the cheapest way would be: 1) Airbnb for a affordable room / stay at friend's house 2) cheapflights.com 3) PACK minimalistic - http://www.fourhourworkweek.com/blog/2007/07/11/how-to-travel-the-world-with-10-pounds-or-less-plus-how-to-negotiate-convertibles-and-luxury-treehouses/ http://www.fourhourworkweek.com/blog/2007/07/11/how-to-trave... 4) Try everything you can to pay for bills(such as internet). If you're going to any US city, it shouldn't be a problem. Oh and have fun!