Comments on: How I Find the Money to Travel

By: Diyosa Mercado

Diyosa Mercado — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:12:16 +0000

That is very true, Matt! I work for Orbitz and I sometimes find it expensive booking a package. Everytime I sum up the total price of my customer I would whisper to myself “Damn! Why would you go for package!”. Since I am an agent, I have to upsell! But I never do package for myself. I do the same thing you do… More money you can save, the best experience and great experience you can get.

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:19:34 +0000

You’ve had some great tips on here Matt, but I am disappointed that you can’t give some ballpark figures on what your trips cost, or what line of work you’re in that allows you this freedom. I have no idea if I have saved enough to travel on, just because I really have no reference.

By: Jeff

Jeff — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 04:28:10 +0000

Wow I must live in a different world. My normal vacation is buying some grade A hamberger and breaking out the grill. I know you probably don’t want to say, but how much do you make in a year? I assume you are single which helps keep your expenses down, but really. I get a total of 10 days vacation a year. I have to use several days between christmas and new years when my work shuts down. It’s either that or go without pay. I reciently lowered my health insurance at work so I could have a few more dollars in my check to make ends meet. This is not just me it’s pretty much everyone I know. So how do you get a job that pays enough money you can afford it and then gives you enough time off so you can go. You must have a sweet setup that way.

By: Nancie (Ladyexpat)

Nancie (Ladyexpat) — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 13:09:05 +0000

It’s all about priorities. Great post Matt.

By: Hedy

Hedy — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:24:04 +0000

Great post, very true.

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By: Claire Algarme

Claire Algarme — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 05:20:55 +0000

I am one with you in the belief that traveling doesn’t necessarily be expensive. It depends on ones choice and perspective on traveling. There are now many promo fares that travelers can take advantage. Hosteling is an opportunity to spend less and meet more people. If you plan your travels well — search the net, know the place, book in advance, and save for your trip — you don’t have to spend a lot. My friends and I usually do my travel bookings on our own. I have shared some of them in my blog, http://firsttimetravel.wordpress.com.

By: Simone Gorrindo

Simone Gorrindo — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 22:57:09 +0000

I’m curious — What kind of work do you do when you’re home between trips? It’s hard to find a line of work that allows you to come and go, and extremely difficult in an economy like this one.

By: Tom

Tom — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 22:20:04 +0000

Bologna is one of the most amazing places in Italy!

By: Linda

Linda — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 00:24:48 +0000

I carry our ‘hotel’ cooking gear so we can have steaks, shrimp and all the best foods in our hotel room. We save so much money by not eatting out, and that way we can get out and see more. Actually, dairy allergies started this whole process, and I have just ran with it. The airline tickets have been the big one so I find websites and books that have tips on how to fly for just about nothing.