Dubbed “the land of fire,” Azerbaijan is a former Soviet republic famous for its high-tech capital city of Baku, the Great Caucasus mountains, and strange fire phenomenon of Fire Mountain (hence the country’s nickname). I knew two things about Azerbaijan before I visited: it won the Eurovision Song Contest in 2011 and it has a […]
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Travel Insurance, Pandemics, & COVID: What You Need to Know
Posted: 5/4/21 | May 4th, 2021 The coronavirus has given us all a wake-up call about what travel insurance does — and does not — cover. A lot of people assumed that travel insurance covered everything and, at the drop of a hat, would fly you home in an emergency. That incorrect assumption came as […]
Where I Find the Best Travel Deals
There are incredible travel deals happening all the time. In this post, I share with you where I go to get the best flight, hotel, tour deals when I’m looking to travel – and the one site that you should never ever use when you are planning a trip!
10 Points & Miles Mistakes to Avoid
Posted: 2/23/23 | February 23rd, 2023 I’m a huge fan of collecting points and miles. It’s transformed my travels and saved me thousands of dollars over the years. By signing up for travel credit cards, you can collect points and miles that you can cash in for free flights, flight upgrades, hotel stays, and more […]
How to Spend a Week in the Maldives for Less Than a Night in a Resort
Last Updated: 03/18/2022 | March 18th, 2022 Before I finally made it to the Maldives, it was the destination I’d been dreaming about. White sand beaches. Over-water bungalows. Azure blue ocean. It was perfect. But those dreams turned into nightmares when I realized how much those bungalows cost. Luckily, changes in the way tourism is […]
Is Collecting Points and Miles Really a Scam?
Collecting points and miles is one of the easiest ways to reduce the cost of travel. While not every country has travel hacking options as amazing as the USA, there are still plenty of opportunities out there! If you want to increase the chances of your dream trip coming true, you need to get in the travel hacking game today!
Colombia Travel Guide
Colombia is fast becoming the travel highlight of South America. After decades of struggling with crime and cartels, Colombia has become a hub for digital nomads and budget backpackers. More and more people are visiting to soak up the sun and enjoy the country’s low cost of living. I loved my time in the country. […]
Vietnam Travel Guide
From the stunning views of Sam Mountain and Ha Long Bay to the man-made artistry of the sacred temples and pagodas to the rice terraces and beaches, Vietnam is stunning. There’s no denying that backpacking Vietnam (or simply traveling here on a vacation) is an experience filled with natural beauty, hectic cities, and some of […]
How Families and Senior Travelers Can Use this Website
My belief is that budget travel tips are universal, because when we all touch down in a new country we all deal with the same costs. We may end up staying in different places and eating in different restaurants, but the methods we use for saving money will generally be universal. Let me explain…
How to Visit Malta on a Budget
Many people don’t realize it, but Malta is one of the best budget destinations in Europe. Your money can go further here than in a lot of Europe. In this post, I give you the breakdown of what it costs to travel Malta, give you tips on how to save even more money during your visit, and list my favorite restaurants and bars too!
Point.me Review: Why This Points and Miles Tool Is Worth It
Last Updated: 3/15/24 | March 15th, 2024 I’ve been collecting points and miles for over a decade and usually rack up around one million miles per year. The art of collecting points and miles that you can use for free travel or travel perks is hands-down the best way to transform your everyday spending into […]
How to Travel Easter Island on a Tight Budget
Easter Island is notoriously expensive to visit because it’s so remote – over 3,700 kilometers away from Santiago, Chile! Use the tips here to find out how to stretch your budget to the max. Learn how to save money on transportation, accommodation, food, drinks, and activities!