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Send us a textHave you ever started to plan a trip and immediately felt overwhelmed with all the hotel choices? Are you nervous that you aren't going to pick the correct accommodation or that you're going to miss out on an even better choice because there's just too much to search through? Well we've got you covered. In today's episode, we're going to break down our step by step strategy for booking a great hotel, every time.  In today's episode, we talk about: How we find great hotels in every city- the steps we take and the things we look for in reviewsHow to search for the best hotels Tips and tricks on how to find affordable hotels that you actually want to stay in When to consider AirBnB or VRBO home rentalsGondola.aiSupport the showSubscribe to our Newsletter for a bi-weekly points and miles tip, an update on the best current travel deals, points and miles transfer bonuses and interesting places we've found in our travels. Join our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out our travels in real time and get additional tips on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelmorepodcast/ Get in touch with us at contact@travelmorepodcast.com Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Send us a textOn this episode of the Travel More Podcast - Summer School Edition, we share a cautionary tale of when booking a room through a third party went wrong. If your go to for booking travel is to visit Expedia, Priceline or browse through your credit card travel portal, keep listening. Learn when and how to use these tools, and more importantly what to avoid before booking your next trip.In today's episode, we cover: The two big reasons why you should not use third party OTA (online travel agent) portals. Examples of those include Expedia, Priceline, credit card portals, etc. One reason why we would suggest using a third party booking system- this is a very specific example! Some real world examples of problems we've encountered booking with third party portals (or OTAs)Support the showSubscribe to our Newsletter for a bi-weekly points and miles tip, an update on the best current travel deals, points and miles transfer bonuses and interesting places we've found in our travels. Join our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out our travels in real time and get additional tips on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelmorepodcast/ Get in touch with us at contact@travelmorepodcast.com Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Send us a textOn this episode of the Travel More Podcast - Summer School Edition, we return to travel hacking bootcamp. Does your head spin watching influencers on social media brag about earning 100,000 points and more year after year? Are you counting yourself out of the travel hack game because there's no way you could spend enough money to rack up all those points? Today we dispel myths and fears around earning points and share how anyone can bring in those big numbers.In today's episode, we cover:How to earn 100,000+ credit card points every year An explanation of how the points and miles "game" can affect your credit scoreHow to tell if a credit card's annual fee is really worth it How to decide whether or not to open a new credit card**This is not financial advice, please talk to your financial advisor before making any decisions!**Support the showSubscribe to our Newsletter for a bi-weekly points and miles tip, an update on the best current travel deals, points and miles transfer bonuses and interesting places we've found in our travels. Join our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out our travels in real time and get additional tips on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelmorepodcast/ Get in touch with us at contact@travelmorepodcast.com Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Send us a textHave you heard the best time to buy plane tickets is on a Tuesday, or that you should buy your tickets at least 6 months or more in advance? Has your first search for a flight abroad discouraged you from continuing to plan the trip at all and made you feel that you could never afford to go anywhere? On today's episode we dispel old myths about buying plane tickets and bring you our data driven tips on how to get the cheapest airfare for whenever and wherever you want to go next. In this episode we cover:When is the best time to buy plane tickets according to price data across different platformsTools for finding the best flight prices Myths around the time to buy plane tickets and why buying plane tickets too early could be costing you hundreds of dollars! The difference in buying plane tickets with "cash" vs points and milesSupport the showSubscribe to our Newsletter for a bi-weekly points and miles tip, an update on the best current travel deals, points and miles transfer bonuses and interesting places we've found in our travels. Join our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out our travels in real time and get additional tips on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelmorepodcast/ Get in touch with us at contact@travelmorepodcast.com Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Send us a textHave you found yourself struggling to find cheap flights using your points and miles? Do you see other people post about redeeming their points for business and 1st class trips around the world, but you can't even find a deal on a basic economy seat for under 60,000 points? Today's guest breaks down all the ins and outs of finding those deals, plus we talk about some must have tools for redemption searches including a free browser plug in that takes all the guess work out of your next search.Julian Kheel has been covering points and miles topics since 2014 in various different news outlets. He has been a contributor to the “big boys” of points and miles, including Frequent Miler and the Point's Guy where he was a director and senior analyst before breaking away and starting his own travel start up, Points Path- a game changer for point redemptions, which we know is the hardest part of the points and miles hobby.Topics we cover today: Strategies for point and miles redemptions; including how to choose travel destinations, how to begin points and miles searches and how to level up over time.Best redemptions we've found and some ones we're looking for in the future The best free and paid tools to take some of the guesswork out of redemptions (or make it easier to get started). Some of the tools we talk about: Points Path - Just go ahead and download this, its free and a no brainer!  Point.meSeats.aeroPoints.yeah**this is not a paid ad and we are not affiliates as of the recording of this episode, we just really like this product! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out our Travels in real time on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Get in touch with us at contact@travelmorepodcast.com Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Send us a textToday we venture outside the typical itinerary and bring you to the land of the midnight sun, polar bears and walrus safaris. If you think exploring the world's more distant destinations are out of reach or out of budget, think again! Learn how to expand on a trip you may already have on the books and think off the beaten path.In this episode we discuss...How and why we chose Svlabard as a destinationHow we budgeted for expedition type travelHow to make the most of trips you may already have booked Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out our Travels in real time on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Get in touch with us at contact@travelmorepodcast.com Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Send us a textThis week on the Travel More Podcast, we are breaking down the best ways to find cheap hotels (or accomodations) in expensive cities. We have traveled to some of the most expensive destinations in the world and have had to get creative with finding places to sleep! We are not the type of budget travelers to couch surf or share bunks with strangers, so we had to go outside the box on some of these! In this episode we cover: Where to start when looking for hotels or accommodations in expensive citiesSome creative ways to find unique and trendy places to stay in expensive cities When to look outside the cities, and what to keep in mind when searchingSome incredible stays we've had while staying on a budget in big citiesHow to use points and miles to find great deals in big cities Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out our Travels in real time on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Get in touch with us at contact@travelmorepodcast.com Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Send us a textAre you someone who has been waiting and saving to take that bucket list trip, but it's always slightly out of reach? Have you put some other travel plans aside to hold out for that one big trip? Today we breakdown why that ultimate bucket list trip is probably holding you back, and why moving away from that traditional bucket list will get you traveling there faster.In this Episode we cover:Why a traditional bucket list may stop you from travelingHow to reframe the idea of a travel bucket listHow to take those bucket list destination from "someday" to "booked!"Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out our Travels in real time on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Get in touch with us at contact@travelmorepodcast.com Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Send us a textWe're back- and it's no April Fools! After a 6 month hiatus, we are more than ready to bring you up to speed on all things travel that have been happening over here. First up, travel hacking fails and how to avoid them. No matter how much you learn about travel hacking, there's always going to be some missteps as you start implementing some of the strategies. In this episode, we bring you through our *fails* and what you can do to avoid them! In this episode, we cover: Transfer partner missteps- things to remember when transferring points to partners and a BIG mistake that could cost you thousands of points Booking fails- how to make sure that your calculating the correct number of points for your booking and a very easy mistake to make, and how to avoid it.When and how to buy plane tickets so that you don't get stuck paying for the most expensive flightsPlus we are launching a new live Q and A. We will start this up in the coming weeks but until then, email your questions or upcoming trips itineraries to contact@travelmorepodcast.com to be included in our first ever chat. We are taking a VERY small number of questions to start so email now to make sure you're included! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out our Travels in real time on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Get in touch with us at contact@travelmorepodcast.com Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Do you want to take a trip but can't find the vacation time for that week long adventure? Or maybe you're just starting your travel journey and want something more manageable. New York City could be a great option!Welcome back to our weekend warrior series. Today we're going to focus on NYC and why it can be the perfect weekend destination. But be careful! Dropping in to this massive metropolis without any landmark or event in mind may leave you feeling lost and over budget. On today's episode we cover:What makes New York City a great weekend destination.How to plan a weekend trip to New York City.Best times and seasons to go to New York City.Events to center your trip around to New York City.Our top things to do when visiting New York City.Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Have a cruise coming up and wondering what excursions you should book? Are you unsure what's worth the hype, money or convenience? Or maybe you're thinking about building your own excursion from scratch? On today's episode we share how we decide if a cruise excursion is worth it.Three things we will cover this episode:What to look for when choosing a cruise excursionWhat excursions can be easily done on your ownWhat cruise excursions were totally worth the hypeSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

And we're back! After a brief break this summer we are so excited to share what we've been up to, where we're going next and topics for next week's full length episode.Meet us back here at our regular Tuesday time for the first (regular) episode back: Are Cruise Excursions Worth the Hype. It's a great episode if you have a cruise planned or if you're just thinking about jumping on the cruise bandwagon (or just want more crazy travel stories!). Either way, it's sure to be a fun time. Thanks again for your support, we seriously have found the best travel community on the internet! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Looking to add adventure to your next trip? Would you be down to swim with sharks, hike with bears and trek with chimps? It's ok, don't be scared! We've got you covered. Today we count down our top animal encounters we're sure will leave you saying yes to that next adventure.Orcas in Washington StateGrizzlies in YellowstoneSharks in BahamasBig 5 in Africa - Rhino Sanctuary!Gorilla and Chimp Trekking Uganda and more!Support the Show.Join our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Today we host a special guest who we guarantee will inspire you to add this destination to your summer travels. If you've dreamed of visiting the Scottish Highlands or the Emerald Isle to immerse yourself in Gaelic culture, but can't make the trip across the Atlantic - keep listening! Highlands, haggis and heritage are just three reasons to make the trek to this Canadian Province. Special Guest: Dan Cochrane Antigonish Highland GamesNova Scotia TourismSupport the Show.Join our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

You've got your wallet set up, and you've earned some points - so what's next? Today Shelly and I share some of our favorite ways to redeem points, why you shouldn't hoard points and how we decide on our next  co-branded card. In this episode, we cover:How many points we currently have and some of our favorite ways to redeemWhy you shouldn't hoard points How you can choose your next card once you have all the major players Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

This week we bring you round two of our Ugandan safari adventure!Today's episode includes...Chimp trackingGorilla trekkingTree-climbing lionsBanana Gin!Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

An African safari is a bucket list destination for many people and we could talk for hours, days, maybe even weeks about our trip to Uganda. Today we're just sticking to how we picked the country, what we experienced while we were there and what we would do differently. We're going to leave a future episode to discuss what to expect on African safaris in general. What we cover in today's podcast: Why Uganda- what led us to choosing this rather unconventional country for our first trip to AfricaSome of our crazy experiences like white river rafting on the Nile River, Roasting coffee beans and making matoke with a local and, of course, Gorilla TrekkingWhy a tour company can really make or break your African safari experienceSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

This is part of our new series where we highlight “easy” weekend trips.  We're part of the 9-5ers that are just looking to use our PTO in the best way possible. Weekend trips are a great way to start to get out there with minimal planning (because it's just a short trip). It's a great way to “get your feet wet” so to speak and work your way up to those bucket list getaways. Weekend getaways obviously vary on how easy or realistic they are based on where you're based but generally, this is why we say that a trip to Vegas is a great long weekend trip: Many flights in and out- a good chance of finding a decently priced flightMany hotels including ones that can be used with major credit card point carriers It's a place you typically want a taste of, not necessarily a place where you need to spend a week to 10 days to experience the soul of the place. In today's episode we talk about: Best things to do in Las VegasThe mistakes we made on our trip to VegasWhat we would focus on for our next trip! Would you go to Vegas for the weekend? Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Have you ever begun budgeting for a trip and can't figure out how much you SHOULD be spending on your hotel? What about activities? Food and drink? Travel budgeting can be stressful, especially when you don't have a solid benchmark for how much you should be spending to get the most out of your trip. Today we narrow this down for you - keep listening for our take on travel styles, and how knowing yours can make budgeting much more manageable. In today's episode, you'll find:What are the different travel styles Why it's important to know your travel styleHow to focus your budget on your travel goalsMake sure to let us know: When does traveling become a short term living situation, and not "slow travel".Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Looking to go on your first couple's trip together and not sure where to start? Or maybe all your vacation time has been used up on family trips with kids in tow, and it's been forever since just the two of you have gone away? Whether a big, international trip or small weekend getaway is what your heart desires, we've got you covered. Today we discuss the most important aspects of couple trips, how to make sure both parties get a say and even a little friendly competition to get the ball rolling. In today's episode, we talk about...How to make sure both partner's get what they want in a tripHow to plan a trip so that you avoid disappointment and add to the funHow to use travel styles to make sure it's the perfect fitPlus, we talk about our friendly competition in our last couple's trip and how you can use the same idea to bring some spark back into your relationship!Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Today we dive into all the greatest travel tips we've stumbled upon in our years of domestic and international travel. Everything from updating your basic packing list to getting free upgrades- this is where we spill it all. Topics covered in today's episode: Flight hacks: Free extra seats, when to book, and moreRoadtrip tips: how to get where you need to go- fastHotels: Free upgrades, reconsidering hostels and explaining why housekeeping walks in during the middle of your stay.All that and more in today's episode! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Drowning in travel hacking content and don't know where to go next? Not sure if you want to open lots of credit cards and take classes to figure out how to use your points? Trying to buy a house or car soon and worried about the multiple credit checks on your score but still want to travel? We got you this week. Today we're breaking down our yearly Travel Talk. Our #1 strategy for traveling more on a budget without the need for credit card points (though you can still use those with this strategy too!). Let's jump in! What we cover today: What is the travel talk and why it is your best chance of crossing off those bucket list trips What are some strategies in finding cheap plane tickets without using credit card points and miles. How did our travel talk help us reach our travel goals last yearHere's the passion planner document we use to plan our personal goals every January! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Our year in review takes a turn into some tips and tricks on how to make your travel dreams a reality in 2024. We want to thank everyone who's been around for our first year of Travel More and we're so excited to keep it going in 2024. We'll be back the second week of January to bring you the new and updated, Travel Talk. Today we talk aboutWhere our travels have taken us in 2023Why local travel is the most important travel to usWhy you should continually make an effort to get out of your comfort zoneIf you're a US teacher- check out Fund for Teachers and let me know if you want to brainstorm grant ideas! You can always email us your questions or suggestions at contact@travelmorepodcast.com. We love talking travel. Happy Holidays and see you in 2024! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Don't be fooled into thinking all the travel deals happen in the shoulder seasons. While there are cheaper times to travel, you can still find some gems if you have to travel during the busy seasons. Here's a breakdown of how we spent Christmas in Porto, Portugal and Vigo, Spain for under $2000. We used Going and got an alert for our flightsOur Marriott Account and Capital One Venture X paid for our hotels (all but $50)Our bus/train ticket from Porto to Vigo and back again was $40 a piece. Pair those savings with the fact that Porto and Vigo are not expensive destinations in general and you have a week filled with Michelin restaurants, port wine tours and Christmas markets that won't break the bank.You don't want to miss today's episode full of some amazing wins and some ridiculous fails.Sign up for our newsletter below to get all the links from this week's episode, plus a weekly travel hack tip and the latest travel news delivered straight to your inbox.Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Half of the battle of planning travel is when you book it. Black Friday gives you the perfect excuse to book that 2024 travel, or even better- give the gift of travel this holiday season! Some of the holiday deals we've found so far!Get $25 off Going Virgin Voyages Celebrity CruisesFrontier All You Can Fly TourRadar For a full list of the deals we've found- sign up for our travel newsletter here.If you're looking to make 2024 the year of your bucket list travel to off the beaten path destinations like Uganda, Nepal or Ecuador, reach out to us at Shelly@magicpasstravel.com so we can connect you to the best of the best tour companies!Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Travel Hack Update 2023If you think travel hacking takes years to payout with free flights, hotel nights and extra perks, think again! We've spent over 100 hours researching and testing travel hacks to bring you our first full year in review on today's travel hack update. Full disclosure: we started really looking into travel hacking in May of 2022, but it does take a while to hit bonuses, find new cards, etc., so 2023 is our first full year of hacking and here's how it went!Today we go over: -How many points we've accumulated and how-What happened to our credit scores -What we've redeemed and for what cost! Trips taken: London with DadBusiness Class flight and hopper flight between European cities Roadtrip stopovers (hotel nights)Christmas in Portugal/Spain Friends trip to HHN at UniversalFlights to Disney World Trip to see friends in Panama City, FLLA, Burbank, Hollywood and Disneyland with Dad Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Love spooky season and want to cap the occasion with a trip where people know how to celebrate? Today we break down where you should plan next year's Halloween adventure and we reveal our #1 Halloween event that has become an annual tradition for us and our friends!Where to Visit for Halloween in the USWe're not going to get into international destinations because if you're like us, its just not an easy time to travel. Where this may be a topic we can cover later, this list is going to focus on weekend trips to take around the US. Today we talk about these Halloween Destinations: -New Orleans for the ghost tours and overall vibe of the city.  -Salem, MA for the witches-New York for the headless horseman! We also mention some favorite halloween events for a long weekend: Knott's *Scary* FarmFright Fest at Six Flags Howl O Scream at Seaworld  And our favorite Halloween Event- drumroll please....Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Orlando! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Planning your next trip and not sure where to go? Hearing horror stories about overcrowded tourist destinations, high prices and low availability? We've got a better idea! Today we're starting our exploration of underrated destinations to consider for your next trip.  A foodie paradise meets soulful history in today's episode of underrated destinations.Some of the reasons we love Memphis: The Food- you know it as a BBQ capital but there's more to the Memphis food scene than meets the eye. The History- Memphis has a complicated past but this city continues to grow and learn. Stand in the studio used by Elvis and the million dollar quartet or take a moment of reverence at the National Civil Rights Museum. The Music- Memphis is constantly buzzing with live music. The most popular music you'll find here is the blues and you can find it around every corner in the downtown district around Beale Street. What do you think? Would you do a trip to Memphis?Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Camping - loved by some for the fresh air, the night sky and closeness to nature. Hated by those who would rather not sleep among the bugs, be away from their beds and have to forgo a hot shower. But there's more to this accommodation option than what the stereotypes tell us - camping can be affordable, luxurious, unique and a solution for your future group trip. Camping is not one size fits all! Today we share why every traveler should consider camping for their next trip. In this episode we break down three types of camping to consider for your next trip:Trailer and RVCheaper than hotels and other accomodationsKeep your things with you and sleep in your own bedCan rent! GlampingBring your luxury bedroom to the outdoorsNo need to set up camp or have a lot of gear - typically comes with rentalMore expensive but a nice way to explore outdoor accommodations for those who feel camping is not for themRustic Camping (Car Camping)Cheapest way to stayAccess nature where RVs can't and hotels require drivingTop camping itemsQuality tent - we like a good sized one for car camping so we can stand upJetboil or a camp stovePortable sink or wash basinNature friendly soap (we like Bonner's)Water jug or container (5 gal.)Camp cups and silverwareHeadlamp, flashlight, lampsQuality cooler - nice it if drains to refresh iceAir mattress or roll out HatchetPocket knifeFirst aid kitBack up chargers/batteriesLighter or matchesSandals or easy slip onsTarp to put under tent or for extra rain protectionToilet paperHanging shower (if none on site)Camp chairs and foldable tableOrganizing bins/containers for easy pack in pack outLinksRent Gear at REIFind CampsitesFind RV spotsRent RVFind GlampingSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

It's that time of year! The air is getting cooler, the days grow shorter, and the leaves turn their vibrant hues of oranges, yellows and reds. Fall. And what better place to experience the season than the states of New England? Today we share our local tips on where and when you should go, and what our favorite, must plan activities are for your fall adventures.In today's episode we break down:Where is the best place to see fall foliage?What is the best time to see fall colors in New England?When is foliage at it's peak in New England?What are our must do fall activities?Bonus - fall food and drink favoritesLinks from the episodeNew Hampshire Fall Foliage TrackerAppalachian Mountain Club TrackerVisit New EnglandFarmer's AlmanacSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Chapter 5- How to Spend Your Points You've mastered the lingo, built your wallet and got your intro bonus points, but how do you use them? Earning enough points may seem tough, but finding quality redemptions can be just as tricky. Fortunately, there are a few tools to make this easier! In today's episode of Travel More, we talk about… How to redeem credit card points  for free travelHow to get the best redemption rates using flexible currencies and transferring pointsHow to calculate redemption ratesWhy you shouldn't use credit card portals to buy travelLinks we mention in the show:Point.meSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Don't let language barriers hold you back: Our favorite language learning appsDoes the thought of speaking in a new language fill you with dread, and maybe even stop you from booking that trip you've always wanted to take? Learning a new language can be daunting - but there are so many tools today to help you navigate a new place with ease. Traveling prepared with some key phrases and tools will not only make your next trip less daunting, but so much more immersive and enjoyable. In today's episode of Travel More, we also talk about… Where to start when learning languages Why should you learn languages when traveling What is the best language app for travelApps we mention in the episode include: Memrise DuolingoBabbleRosetta stone DropsMondlyNetflix language learnLiricaPrimsleur And even better? We hear from one of our travel community members about their crazy travel experience. Kat Medina gives us a great story about what can happen when you try to speak a new language! Check out her book here.If you've got a good story- don't keep it to yourself! We'd love to hear from you. Click below on our Facebook Community link. Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

How to Earn Credit Card Points for Free TravelSo you have your wallet set up, you've got your main and supporting player cards, and you've mastered the basic travel hack lingo - now what? Today we break down four main ways to maximize your point earning potential and get one step closer to free travel.If you aren't sure where to start with travel credit cards- check this out firstI'm not going to lie to you- a lot of travel hackers get the crazy redemptions and amass huge point stacks by what's called, card churning. That is- getting a bonus from a card, holding it for a year, closing it and reopening it 48 months later (or however long you have to wait to get the bonus again). BUT there are ways you get many points, without churning or with churning only a card or two instead of your full wallet. What else we cover in today's episode -How to earn the most credit card points on everyday spend-Free apps that help you track your credit card multipliers -How I accidentally earned points by going out to eat-What to be careful about when earning credit card pointsMake sure to go back and listen to all the episodes on travel hacking during our summer school season! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Skip Airport Security: TSA Pre-Check Vs Global EntryDo you ever find yourself wishing you had one more hour on vacation? Or do you travel with kids and dread waiting through the security line with them? Or maybe you're like us and carry a lot of electronics traveling and hate unpacking and repacking them every time you arrive at the airport? We've got your solution. Here's how to hack your way to the front of the security line for FREE. In today's episode of Travel More, we also talk about… The difference between TSA Precheck and Global Entry The benefits of TSA Precheck and Global Entry- is it really worth it? How you can get TSA Precheck and Global Entry for freeOther products that let you skip security on border crossingsAnd even better? We hear from one of our travel community members about their crazy travel experience. Click here to get the full transcript and all the links! Here's all the information from homeland security https://ttp.dhs.gov/ Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Best Travel Credit Cards- Main Players Date: 08-1-2023Travel More PodcastMarriott, Hyatt, Hilton, Southwest, United, Delta  There's so many different brands and so many credit cards to get- how do you choose? In this edition of our Travel Hacking series, we're going to focus on the Supporting players of your wallet. These shouldn't be your first choice to open or for every day spending- those were covered in our last travel hacking episode. But they'll take your travel hacking game to the next level with top tier benefits and savings.There are a few questions you want to ask yourself before you open a co-branded credit card. The biggest one is what is the value this credit card brings- and we mean real value! Not just the “coolness” factor of lounge access and upgrades. We only consider something a value if you would have paid for it anyways. For example, Marriott gives you a free night certificate. If you know you're going to stay in one hotel a year and pay more than $100 for that night- then the Marriott card will give you at least $5 in value (after its $95/year annual fee). We suggest you use this value strategy when choosing a card! What else we cover in today's episode -The main hotel cards and why we'd choose each one-What are some perks to look for when choosing a co-branded credit card-Our favorite co-branded perk-How to choose and airline credit cardHere is the full episode transcript with all the info we talked about! If all this makes your head hurt, you can check out our own credit card wallet and how we use different cards to rack up the points and miles.Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

It's Christmas in July, what makes your Christmas list this year? This isn't your typical travel list, these are only the things we deem necessary and underrated in the travel space. You won't find luggage or the best travel shoes on this list, these are the real gems of travel. The things that take your experience from uncomfortable and dreary to smooth and rested. So settle in, because we're taking you on a Christmas list journey today! What else we cover in today's episode -Our favorite travel products in multiple categories from plane travel to roadtrips -What saved us on our roadtrip across the US-A total game changer on long flights -Our #1 most underrated travel product explainedIf you're ready to start making your Christmas list after this episode, head over to the Travel Store on our website- Travel More Podcast to find all our favorites in one convenient spot and get your shopping done early. Here's the full episode transcript with links to all the products! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

How to Save Money While Traveling: Top Free ActivitiesDate: 7-18-2023Travel More PodcastOf course, beaches, hikes and wandering around a city are (usually!) free while traveling- but did you know there are hidden secrets that budget travelers have known for years about FREE things to do around cities. Here is our rundown of the best free or nearly free things to do while traveling. We are always looking for cheap and free things to do around the world. It helps us travel more if we aren't spending a ton of money doing activities and while we are known to really throw down on once in a lifetime opportunities, like gorilla trekking or swimming with sharks, we have to have balance too! Other things we cover in today's episode…What types of free activities exist in big cities around the world How to find free activities What to do if there aren't any free activities around you (how to make your own)!The best free activity of all! Make sure to check out GPS my city if you're stuck like we were in Vigo, Spain! Check out the full transcript of the episode (with links!) hereSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Best Travel Credit Cards- Main Players Date: 07-11-2023Travel More PodcastWant to get started with travel hacking but don't know where to begin? Overwhelmed by the amount of credit cards on the market and don't know what to choose? Today we continue our summer school series on travel hacking, breaking down the best travel credit cards to start building your wallet. We've already talked about our Easy, Medium and Hard travel hacking in our Second ever episode so this is going to be more about the full wallet, not just one card! When we say main player cards, we mean where you are spending money and turning things you buy into flexible currency. So your main cards need to be flexible currency (e.g., points that are transferable to airlines and hotel programs)When you start - you will probably have one main card off this list, from one of the ecosystemsAs you progress - you'll want to add cards that give you more points in certain categories:What we cover in this episode -The four different “ecosystems” of travel credit cards and what might be best for you.-Combinations of flexible currency cards that make sense to increase your point earning rate-Our rules on opening credit cards and what to watch out for-Some of our favorite redemptions to dateHere's the article explaining each piece of this episode- First Travel Credit CardIf all this makes your head hurt, you can check out our own credit card wallet and how we use different cards to rack up the points and miles.Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Delayed Flight Compensation: Know What to Ask For Next Time You FlyDate: 7/4/23Travel More PodcastAlmost 8,000 US flights delayed or canceled due to severe storms! These were the headlines leading into the fourth of July weekend. And while that's not what you want to see before heading to the airport, knowing your passenger rights, airline compensation policies and having access to some travel protections can make a huge difference in your summer travel plans. Today we'll show you how to protect your summer vacation and why you might already have all you need! #1 Air RegulationsTravel to/from EU:Government regulated compensation packages Have to be traveling around the EU, out of the EU or to the EU (with an EU airline) to be eligible. Can be up to $700 compensation, food and lodging Travel to/from USNo major government regulated compensation packages- only with luggage Most major airlines have compensation packages #2 Credit Cards and Travel InsuranceMost major travel credit cards have some sort of travel insurance built inMost delayed trip expenses- up to $500 for 6-12 hours delayedChase has the best coverage, and while it is even better with the expensive Chase Reserve, even the $95 Chase Sapphire is pretty great giving the most comprehensive trip cancellation insurance (very similar to regular travel insurance).#3 Up and ComingThere is some hope for US regulations- there is a bill proposed that will make compensation packages more similar to the EU regulations, which would protect travelers a bit more. We'll see if that passes- that could change some things! Check to see if your flight is owed compensation at AirHelpGet one of the best travel credit cards for travel protections: Chase SapphireDo a deep dive of credit card protections Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Are Airport Lounges Really Worth It? What to Expect and How to Get inDate: 6/27/23Travel More PodcastTraveling through an airport can be stressful and expensive. Movies and TV shows always show airport lounges for business and first class travelers- but we're here to tell you, it doesn't have to be that way. Today we're unveiling the mythical airport lounge experience and letting you know if it's really worth it and maybe more importantly- how to get in! Airport Lounges are not all created equally, we've been to some great ones, and some not so great ones. But even the not so great ones beat sitting at the gate for 2 hours before your flight. There are 4 main ways to get in:Buy a Day PassFly First Class or Business Have Status with an Airline Have a Great Credit CardSo of course, like most episodes this summer- we suggest getting your feet wet in the travel hacking world. They can get you some great fringe benefits. And while we wouldn't get the cards JUST for lounge access, it's nice to have on the side! Here's our favorite lounge access card: Capital One Venture XSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Beginner Travel Hacking- Breaking down the LingoOriginal Air Date: 6/20/23Travel More Podcast- Summer School BonusTravel hacking, like most hobbies- can come with its own lingo. Whenever you start to talk to people in the points and miles word it can quickly feel like they're talking in a foreign language. We're here to translate that for you: We'll be doing 5 travel hacking episodes during Summer School so this is the first installmentToday we got over these travel hacking terms:RedemptionsCPPPlayer 1 + Player 2Transfer Partners PortalsFlexible CurrencyFixed CurrencyStatus Minimum Spend If your head is spinning, don't worry! We also published an article you can use to help you make it a little easier. You can find it here.Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Essential Travel Tools: 5 Websites We Use for Every TripThese websites we're going to share are our utility belt of travel planning tools. None of these websites require sign ups or email addresses and they are all free to use (in the way we do!). Today's lesson will help you find the cheapest flights, navigate through any itinerary, and find the best food in the city. Let's jump into our top 5 travel websites. https://www.google.com/travel/flights - the best way to search for flights at all times. We use this every single time we book a flighthttps://www.rome2rio.com/ -the best way to plan a multi-city triphttps://www.booking.com/ -create a budget using average hotel prices and book them on this site if needed https://www.tripadvisor.com/ -use tripadvisor for cheap eats! Our absolute favorite feature https://www.viator.com/ -search tours and see what the most popular things to do in the area are- don't necessarily book through this site.Check out our video tutorial of how to use Google Flights hereSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Why Cruising Should Be On Every Traveler's Bucket ListTravel More PodcastSome people swear it's the only way to travel - others turn their nose at the thought - is cruising really so controversial? There's more to cruising than what you've seen in brochures or heard from sitting through your relatives slideshow from their 12th Caribbean adventure. Keep listening to hear our take on both classic and lesser known ways to set sail and find out why cruising should be on every traveler's bucket list. #1 Caribbean CruisesCaribbean cruises are great for people who just want to relax and see some great beaches in the meantime. These aren't going to take you to the most authentic and cultural places, but they'll be a fun, all-inclusive experience. These are fantastic for big groups of people, like family vacations, because everyone can go and do their own thing. These can also be an affordable way to vacation. We've seen them from as little as $700pp to, well as much as you want to pay. Making sure you pick the correct cruise line is the number one consideration with Caribbean Cruises.#2 European CruisesThis is where things get interesting. European cruises obviously drop you off in European cities which are generally easy to get around. This allows you to get out of the tourist traps right on the docks that you will probably be stuck in on caribbean cruises without an excursion. There are also smaller cruise lines like Variety Cruises that are only 49 people tops. Because of the small size of the boat, they are able to port in smaller destinations. This allows you to explore places that would be very difficult to get to on your own. This cruise line goes all over the world but has lots of amazing European destinations- like Greece. #3 Adventure/Expedition CruisesAdventure cruising is cruising that is specifically focused around exploring. You won't necessarily find mini-golf on the top deck or a 24 buffet in the galley but you will find naturalists on board, sometimes labs are on board, specialists and destinations that you can't get anywhere else. Get Reliefband here Book with Virgin Cruise HereSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Why We Would Skip Yellowstone and Where We Would Go Instead Are you ready to get outside this summer but aren't sure where to go? Is Yellowstone national park on your bucket list? Today we share why we may skip one of America's most famous parks and what we might do instead, plus we give you our insider tips for visiting America's national parks.First all about Yellowstone Okay, maybe we wouldn't actually skip it, but we wouldn't base ourselves there for a major trip. The great part about Yellowstone? Wildlife and geothermal poolsThe Cons?it's giant– we spent over 7 hours driving in one day in Yellowstone. it's mostly about sightseeing from your car, some overlooks, and boardwalks more than anything. it's extremely popular, which means busy. We got stuck in more than a few traffic jams due to wildlife sightings—we often coin phrases (kinda like an inside joke) that we say over and over again in our trips and ours here was: just another buffalo!the campgrounds were also extremely busy, with little to no privacy and with alot of people who don't necessarily know camp etiquette. We're no professional campers but things like, quiet hours, are definitely a thing to know and follow in a campground! So where would we go instead? Easy- the Grand TetonsIt's less than an hour to Yellowstone from the Tetons, and this is definitely where I would base myself for the trip You won't be driving as much- it's not nearly as big This is a lot more active of a park, there's some amazing hiking trails, kayaking, fishing, rafting, etc. This is more of the outdoorsy experience I was expecting from the National ParksWe had one of our favorite hikes ever here- Jenny LakeFinally we have our top secret tips for visiting a park- you'll have to tune in to hear all about those!Remember- we're doing a giveaway to celebrate our summer podcast series- we are so excited! All people on our email list will be eligible for the giveaway so join now if you want to be entered to win- link below in the show notes! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

How to Create a Travel Budget for Your TripAre you someone who feels stuck before you even get started planning a trip? Does the word budget make you feel dread and panic? Have you been putting off that bucket list trip because it always seems out of reach? Today we break down the essentials of planning a budget using two strategies that Shelly and I have used to make our bucket list trips a reality. And stick around to hear about our new found travel love and a hack to skip the nitty gritty of budget planning. Today we are talking about all things travel budget. We have a few different strategies when it comes to planning a budget. We will learn about:Many different travel tools to help plan your budget A few different types of budgets and when they are appropriate A revival of a type of travel that allows you to limit your required planning and be able to experience your bucket list destinations.There are two ways to build a budget: destination specific and date specific. Destination Specific Budgets: Destination specific takes more planning but you can more easily check off specific bucket lists. For example, if you want to see the Northern Lights in Norway, you will probably be hard pressed to make that a super budget trip. It's a popular season and an expensive destination. So instead, we will give you the tools to build a specific budget for that destination.Date Specific Budget: Date specific (which is all we talk about in our Travel Talk episode) gives you much more flexibility and is less time consuming, but it does require a bit of trust that you'll enjoy the destination that is “chosen” for you. I'll explain that a little more as we go. We also have a fun little bonus that allows you to minimize your planning efforts while also going to specific bucket list destinations.Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

AirBnB Vs. Hotels - How to Choose the Perfect Stay and Avoid a NightmareTravel More PodcastA question that plagues the modern traveler- do I book an AirBnB or a Hotel? Both have their unique pros and cons. Today we share some of our dream AirBnB stays like our tropical paradise in the Everglades and Florida keys, but also our nightmare experiences, like midnight cockroaches in North Carolina. Keep listening to hear our stories and advice on how to find the perfect accommodation for your next adventure. #1 Explaining the different services The differences between AirBnBs and Hotels and (and why you would choose one over another) can be put into many a few different categories. We define these categories as: Price - Style - Credit Cards and Loyalty - Dependability - Group Size #2 Our Experiences in AirBnBsGood - Everglades Airstreams - Boat in the Florida Keys -Quirky finds in New Orleans Bad- Orlando Apartment-Cleaning Requirements in Vermont- Cockroaches in North Carolina#3 Our RecommendationsIt depends! Look at both!How to read AirBnB reviews to determine it's worth - also watch for hidden feesI trust google reviews the mostAirBnBProsCan be cheaper - or way more expensive, unless splitting with groupCheck the hidden fees!Could have local community location - feel like you're staying how locals liveUnique features compared to hotelsConsCan be sketchy based on owner - more risky than hotels Hidden feesThey are actually illegal in some places and some people have been kicked out of them because of this- make sure you know the laws of the areaHotelGreat if you are building points/loyalty or redeemingConsistency - a presence there for later check-ins - feeling of securityCan still be fun and quirky- just have to read reviews and make sure they are truly quirky and not just dingy Transparent fees My favorite brands are Marriott and Hyatts- IBIS for cheap stays in Europe and Holiday Inn for Cheap Stays in US if not Marriott/HyattsWe want to thank Going for sponsoring the giveaway! Keep your eyes peeled for more coming soon!Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

What is Local Travel and Why Should You Already Be Doing ItWant to travel more but feel overwhelmed by flying, finding a week off, or leaving the country? Or maybe you already travel some but you're feeling stuck in your routines? Are you at a place in life where it's hard to commit far in advance? We have the solution - and today we go over exactly where to start if you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck in a rut. Sign up for giveaway here- http://travelmorepodcast.com/landing-page Chapters#1 There are many ways to define local travel, just like there are many ways to define travel in itself. But here's how we define it: Local travel is all about getting out of your typical routine and discovering new things. What does that look like? It could look like going on a 3 day weekend to a nearby town. It could look like going to the next town over to go to a festival or fair. It could even mean going to a new brewery in your area. We would consider any of that local travel. #2  The more you say yes- the easier it gets. The more you get out of your comfort zone and experience new things, the more you look for those experiences and when that flight finally shows up and all the stars align- you are much more likely to pull the trigger and say yes because you are already used to choosing new things and putting yourself out there. It's kinda like Dave Ramsay's Debt Snowball, if you're familiar with that financial idea. #3 We live in New England now but we also lived in the panhandle of FL and I lived in Memphis- right in the middle of the country. In each of these places we found cool places to go on local trips. Let's start with New EnglandIn New England- some of our favorite places to “travel local” are to the local fairs- pretty much our entire fall is spent this way. We also love Cape Cod for longer trips and of course, skiingIn Memphis- I liked Nashville of course, I actually went there and back in a day a few times. I also visited Saint Louis on a long weekend trip as well as Chattanooga, Hot Springs, the Ozarks and finally Tuscaloosa for a game!And in Florida- we of course did Disney (on a resident's pass), but we also did St. Augustine, and our very favorite weekend location- New Orleans. We'd love to hear all about some of the local travel adventures you get up to! Shoot us an email at contact@travelmorepodcast.com to tell us all about itSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Date: 3-21-23Travel More PodcastMake sure to enter the giveaway here! https://travelmorepodcast.com/landing-pageYou've heard it before, the classic question following victories, major achievements and the super bowl - what will you do next? We're going to Disney World! But how do you get there? What does it typically cost? Is it really a once-in-a-lifetime trip that is growing out of reach for many families? Today we tackle our budget breakdown of a typical family trip to Disney, with our exclusive tips and tricks on how to make your vacation work for your budget.Chapters#1 Disney World LingoThere are three categories of accommodations at Disney World and those are: Value, Moderate and Deluxe. As you can imagine, the perks you get with each level increase as the price increases. There are a few sweet spots in each category but they generally have a price range they stick to. By knowing each category, you'll know exactly what to expect and whether or not you want to splurge to get a nicer resort. There are also three categories of dining at Disney and those are: Quick Service, Table Service and Signature Dining. In our base level budget that we mention in just a second- we only calculate Quick Service food- which is a cafeteria style experience. If you are looking for sit down meals, you'll need to up your budget as well. #2 Our Base Budget Our base budget takes into account a family of four, 2 adults and 2 children (under 9 in Disney's eyes). We have them at a value resort, 4 days at the park (one park per day) and eating 2 quick service meals a day (eating their own food for breakfast and sandwiches for the pool) and about $1000 in transportation- of course this will depend on how you plan to get there. Our budget is $5,000 with all this included. Starting with the base budget, you can see if you want to cut down on that- for example staying off property. Or if you feel like you can add to that- which of course the opportunities for that are endless at Disney World.#3 Our opinion on popular additionsThe #1 splurge in our opinion is a fireworks dessert party. #2 is a droid or lightsaber building reservation (if you're really into Star Wars!). We don't feel like Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is worth it, but there are many furloughed cast members on the facebook page: Ear for Each Other, that do an amazing job! Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

The Great American Roadtrip- How to Plan and What to ExpectWant to travel more but hate to fly?  Do the cost of those plane tickets always stop you saying yes to your next trip? Today we dive into one of our favorite ways to travel, where the journey is just as fun as the destination - the classic road trip.#1 Why Road Trips? This was our #1 way of traveling when we were low on funds. We started with weekend trips and graduated to longer, more intense trips. We were able to explore a lot of New England with very little money. Now we use roadtrips not so much as a budget trip, but more of a way to enjoy the journey of a trip, just as much as the destination.#2 How We Planned our Great American RoadtripWe had 5 weeks to do the roadtrip. I know that sounds like a lot of time off, but it goes fast when planning to drive all the way across the country. We were able to visit 12 states, just as many campsites and see some of the best sites in the US. Concept #3 Our #1 Roadtrip Tips and What's Next for UsWe mentioned some of these but here's a roundup of our best tips: Figure out how far you're willing to drive, go on google maps and start looking at how far those hours will get you. Leave time to stop on the way in case you find something cool Figure out your travel style- do you want to go straight flexible or do something closer to our trip (a hotel booked for every night).Figure out a home base and hop around from there. It'll save you some sanity about having to pack and repack all the time, which is most of the roadtrip. Know your travel limits. This takes a toll. Make sure to add in purposeful breaks! Pack in a “capsule” style- meaning a few staple pieces that can be used in many ways. That will cut down on how much you need to pack and unpack each night. If you're camping- make sure to have a good cooler, a cast iron pan and (our favorite) a jet boil for your morning coffee! What's next- We hope to rent a Campervan internationally. To me, the Campervan adds a layer of ease to traditional roadtripping that I think will take the adventures to the next level. I'll add a blog down at the bottom for my favorite Campervan couple and they even do it with a baby! When I do my Scotland Campervan trip, I'm definitely using their guide. And no, we're definitely not sponsored, they don't even know we exist! Here's their article: https://www.twSupport the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

Stuck on the budget for that dream trip to Europe? Would you believe us if we said you could have a week in Paris for just $3000, without staying in hostels, skipping experiences or saying no to your 3rd pastry of the day? Stick around to hear our full itinerary breakdown of our Christmas in Paris for two and we'll share a treasure trove of tips on how to create a trip of your own that you can book THIS YEAR.#1  Breaking Down Costs of International Travel : Transportation and AccommodationYour number one expense is probably going to be transportation and accommodations. These are also things you cannot adjust on the fly so you have to be specific about the budget for this. This is where our favorite (Scott's Cheap Flights) is the only way we're able to do these trips. Our total costs for transportation was: $995 and accommodations: $755. That brings the total so far to: $1750#2 Breaking Down Costs of International Travel: EntertainmentPlenty of things to do cheaply (or even free!). There are usually a plethora of free walking tours that can give you the lay of the land. There are often hidden gems to be found when walking around cities and keeping your eyes out. In fact, we found a Christmas concert in Saint Chapel for $50/per person that we jumped on! We also headed for Disneyland Paris, which was a really amazing experience and a great way to add some variety in our trip. It was also cool to compare the different parks (we've been to 3 park systems, Walt Disney World Resorts, Disneyland Resorts and now Disneyland Paris!). Entertainment costs bring our total to: $2150 but we were able to cover those expenses through some simple travel hacking. **Quick note here- you can almost never use travel points on Disney tickets because they don't code as travel! We simply covered part of our accommodations that we had already planned in the budget to cover the cost of the Disney tickets!  #3 Breaking Down Costs of International Travel: FoodBecause we “travel hacked” our way out of the cost of Disney tickets, we had $1250 (or over $200/day) for food, and that's a good thing too because we were in Paris afterall. We went to over a dozen patisseries, multiple Christmas markets, cafes, gastropubs, etc. We definitely did not feel deprived of food this trip! In fact, we had to come home and eat some veggies because we were so full of bread! So after eating our way through Prais, Strasbourg and Disneyland Paris, we met our total budget of $3000. Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.

What if you could add another country to your itinerary with zero costs, and potentially lower your costs? What if you could do the most iconic trip in that country in just one day? On today's episode we tackle a dirty word in travel - the dreaded LAYOVER - if this word strikes fear into your heart, stick around to find out how a layover can become the highlight of your trip. #1 How to Use Layovers and When To Choose ThemLayovers can be a pain, but use them correctly and they can be a trip highlight. We would choose a layover with the following criteria: It's not just an overnight layoverThere are no additional visa/documentation requirements (Check out our layover fails to see why we included this!)It is either very long or the airport is set up to allow for some exploration (ie: Qatar and Iceland)We have the time (our trip is more than a week long)We had an amazing experience in our Iceland Layover where we got to travel the Golden Circle and even hang out in a “secret” lagoon. We skipped the more touristy hot springs in Iceland but on a return trip, we'd definitely be interested in checking them out. #2 Success Stories and Fails Iceland is our #1 success story. It was actually my favorite country we visited on our 2017 trip (other countries on that trip were Germany, Czech Republic, Austria and Budapest). We (self) toured the golden circle and spent about 15 hours driving around 300km on the first stop. Then on the return trip we got about 8 hours to check out Reykjavik, which included a cute farmer's market, some amazing fish and chips and some really fun street art. A great way to spend a travel day! Our fail is definitely Qatar. We had an 8 hour layover and a booked excursion from the airport to check out some city highlights (a very popular thing to do from this airport). Unfortunately Bruce got COVID and while he was cleared for travel for Uganda, he would not have passed the PCR test that was required to enter Qatar. Unfortunately, that meant we had to cancel the tour and instead had to spend 8 hours lounging in an airport. Not ideal- especially after a 30 hour travel period.  #3 Our Next Attempt at an Amazing Layover Scott's Cheap Flights The #1 way to traveling more is through Scott's Cheap Flights. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showJoin our Travel Community on Facebook to connect with other like minded travelers, share stories, tips, tricks and travel hack wins- Travel More Insiders Subscribe to our Newsletter for access to our giveaways and travel hacking tips Visit our Website https://travelmorepodcast.com/ Join Going (Scott's Cheap Flights) Use code: MAGIC20 for 20% off your first year! Check out Travel Food on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmores/ Don't waste something you're already paying for! Email us at info@magicpasstravel.com to see how we can help you make the most out of your upcoming Disney or Universal experience. Disclosure: We only recommend products we would or do use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission.