A VLOGGER has wowed followers with a savvy hack how to stay in cities for a fraction of the price - in a very unconventional way.

Courtney Lynn Hunter, from Dallas, has shared her tips on how to roam safely and without breaking the bank - by staying in a convent.

The architectural designer explains how she travels to different cities - most recently Italy 's Rome - by staying in enclosed communities.

The travel enthusiast wrote alongside her video: "If I joined the convent, would you be surprised?

"Try monasterystays.com or monasteries.com or just search for a convent in the city you’re visiting."

In the video clip, she can be seen with her mum exploring the Italian city and takes us through her surprising accommodation choice.

The voiceover explains: “Americans have a reputation

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