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Don’t Stress! Make a Travel Checklist

Do you love taking vacations but hate packing? Well, you’re not alone! A recent OnePoll survey found that 65% of people have a difficult time packing for trips.  With 33% of people packing their bags only 24 hours before their trip, it is easy to see why two-thirds of people overpack their suitcase, one-third still forget to pack something! One way to alleviate some of that travel-related stress is to be prepared by using a …

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12 Ideas on How to Travel for Free (Almost) This Year

If you’re like us, the chances are that you’re wondering if we will ever get to travel again! The masked trips to grocery stores, friend’s houses, and the nearby park just aren’t cutting it anymore. As more of the world eases travel restrictions, many of us consider packing our bags and taking off again. Besides the pandemic, another consideration for most travelers is the cost associated with traveling. We always recommend adding travel as a …

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This Is How You Get Paid to Travel

Traveling the world is a dream for many of us. The problem is that it’s so expensive, it seems out of reach. But what if you could get paid to travel? Instead of spending thousands of dollars on an international vacation, you can find ways for companies and brands to pay you to travel the world. Doesn’t that sound fantastic? It sounds like a dream, but there are actually quite a few ways to make …

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20 Cheap Travel Destinations Across America For Fun-Filled Vacations

91% of Americans are looking to practice better personal finance habits. So when it comes time for a vacation, don’t drain all your savings, or even worse, go into credit card debt. With over 19,000 cities in America, there are many fantastic places for a vacation outside of expensive towns like Waikiki, San Diego, Washington D.C., or Chicago. Here are 20 Cheap Travel Destinations across American to inspire your next fun-filled and budget-friendly vacation. 1. …

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How to Travel Cheap: 6 Easy Tips to Enjoy Traveling on a Budget

After the year we’ve had, you probably can’t wait to start traveling more! You would love to explore the world, but don’t know how you’ll ever be able to afford it or enjoy traveling on a budget. A large percentage of us believe we can’t afford to travel. It can seem exotic, expensive, and totally unattainable for those still in college, working entry-level jobs, paying off student loans, or living paycheck to paycheck. If you’re …

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The Benefits of Solo Travel (And Why Everyone Should Do This At Least Once)

The Benefits of Solo Travel (And Why Everyone Should Do This At Least Once)

Solo travel is a great way to not only learn about the world, but also discover who you are, and push the boundaries of your comfort zone. However, solo travel can get intimidating (there’s so much to do to prepare!) and expensive as you no longer have anyone to split costs with. Travel hacks can help. This guide will help you figure out how to budget for a solo trip and save money, how to …

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6 Steps to Travel Hacking for Beginners

6 Steps to Travel Hacking for Beginners

With all the talk of a pending recession, saving some money on your next vacation is likely even more top of mind than usual. Luckily, there’s a solution out there to help you save money while still enjoying your next vacation! The answer is called travel hacking. Travel hacking is just a fancy term that entails using existing systems to your advantage to get discounted and free airfare, hotels, car rentals, and other travel expenses. …

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9 Tips for Bargain Shopping While Traveling Abroad

9 Tips for Bargain Shopping While Traveling Abroad

Who loves a good souvenir? Who hates spending an arm and a leg on purchasing said souvenir? Bargain shopping while abroad can be one of the most fun and satisfying things you do during your travels. Why? Because even though, when you do all the monetary conversions, you’re not paying that much in dollars, you want to get a fair price for where you are. Plus, who doesn’t love a challenge? I can’t tell you …

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How to Enjoy Your Summer Holiday Without Spending Too Much - My Life, I Guess

How to Enjoy Your Summer Holiday Without Spending Too Much

It can be hard to enjoy your summer holiday without spending too much money. And it’s easy to see why. After working hard all year, you probably feel the need to let off some steam while on vacation. Worrying about money is probably the last thing on your mind. Until you get home, that is… Many people overspend while on vacation. Especially if you use a credit card to help pay for your adventures. All …

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