I am completely new to the idea of accumulating frequent flyer miles to get free flights, but I just graduated from college and I have an EXTREME desire to travel! This whole concept seems awesome to me, but I have no clue where to start! Could someone please help get me started! Here are a few questions I have.

1. Is there any good resources that will walk me through the beginning steps of accumulating miles and explain exactly how frequent flyer programs work.

2. Is this possible to do a small budget. Like I said, I just graduated from college so I'm not exactly rolling in money.

3. Any tips you have for a complete beginner!

Thanks in advance for the help