6 Ways to Earn Miles That Don’t Require A Credit Card
I haven’t talked a lot about travel hacking on my site before, but if you’ve ever read sites like The Points Guy or Points and Travel (two of my favorite blogs), you know that it is an awesome way to...
View ArticleHow I Saved $11,000 For My Dream Trip While In College
I let out an exasperated sigh. This could only mean one thing – time to check my bank account again to make sure I had enough money for textbooks and food. Welcome to the life of a broke college...
View ArticleA Tale of A Backpacker In A Suit
One of the things I’ve failed to own up to yet on my blog is that I’ve accepted a job with a global consulting firm, to begin working next fall. Yeah, that means I’ll be working a job. In an office....
View Article9 Things You Should Know Before Traveling In Brazil
Oh, Brazil, the land of sparkling beaches, lavish churrascarias, crazy soccer fans, and street music…right? While most of the stereotypes about Brazil have some truth to them (like the soccer...
View Article11 Things To Know Before Traveling In Myanmar
After traveling in Myanmar for almost three weeks, I learned so much about a country I knew almost nothing about. In fact, I wasn’t even planning on going when I first established my itinerary. Not...
View ArticleSurviving Every Traveler’s Worst Nightmare
Hold on tight, folks – you’re about to embark on a 3,000-word journey through my most terrifying travel experience thus far. I woke up in a panic, clutching my stomach as if it were about to fall out...
View Article20 Unconventional Ways to Spend Your Summer Break
Internship applications have come and gone and you haven’t come up with any job offers to fill your summer break. Maybe you’re a freshman or sophomore in college that can’t find a position because...
View ArticleHow to Meet Locals Anywhere In The World
If you’d told me this three years ago, I wouldn’t have believed you: You can make friends with anyone, anywhere. Yes, it’s true, even if there are language barriers. During my time traveling, from...
View ArticleIntroducing the Money Smarts for Travelers Series
This is my first post in my “Money Smarts for Travelers” series. If you find these tips useful and want to know more about how to save money for travel and how to live for less, sign up for my...
View Article25 Ways Everyone Can Save Money For Travel
This is part of a week-long “Money Smarts for Travelers” series. If you want to see more about planning the trip of a lifetime, please sign up for my newsletter to get monthly emails with exclusive...
View ArticleChoosing the Perfect Destination For Your Budget
This is part of a week-long “Money Smarts for Travelers” series. If you want to see more about planning the trip of a lifetime, please sign up for my newsletter to get monthly emails with exclusive...
View ArticleHow to Avoid Getting Ripped Off While Traveling
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View Article18 Ways to Spend Less While Traveling
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View Article7 Things Travel Has Taught Me About Finances
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View ArticleA Guide to Living Life With Less
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View ArticleWhy I Love Traveling Solo
After returning recently from a euphoric 5-day solo trip to Japan, I found myself thinking quite often about how much I’ve missed traveling solo, being on my own and seeing the world. Having worked now...
View ArticleSo You Want to Hike Mount Fuji: A Guide
The first I saw Mount Fuji was on a sunny January morning from high in the sky. Jet lagged and slightly delirious, I was on a plane flying into Tokyo and gazing out the window. As we were landing, I...
View Article7 Ways to Keep Your Travel Resolutions This Year
Did you make a resolution to travel more in 2017? If so, read on for some of my best tips on how to keep your travel resolutions this year. It’s a new year, and with each turn of the calendar come a...
View ArticleHow to maximize your travels from a cheap flight deal
Flight deals are abundant these days, and now is a good time to start planning travels for the rest of the year. Here are my main tips on how to find the best flight deals and plan your ideal trip...
View ArticleHow to travel the world with a full time job
It’s a typical night home from my full time job. I’ve dropped my computer bag on the couch, fired up the stove, and turned on the TV. Suddenly, my phone’s screen lights up, vibrating, coupled with a...
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