How to Enjoy Travel While Social Distancing
04/27/20 • 27 min
We love to travel and love to talk about travel. Our plans have been put on hold for a while, but that doesn’t mean that we still can’t dream, plan, and prepare for our future trips. We had a Vegas trip scheduled for last month that we had to cancel. We are going to talk about ways that you can have fun with travel while still staying safe at home. Now is the perfect time to do some dreaming, research new locations and experiences, and plan your next trip.
Dreaming and planning can be almost as fun as the trip itself. Now is the time to research some of your favorite destinations and potential destinations. Travel books, movies, and maps can all be used to help discover where you want to go and what you want to do. We also talk about fun things you can do at home that are like a vacation. We discuss how to incorporate activities, food, and themes into your planning. There are great deals out there just make sure you understand cancellation policies. We also discuss why it’s okay to pick that date now.
This Episode is sponsored by Beatrice Bradley. Their line of travel accessories make packing easier and cleaner. Go to www.BeatriceBradley.com today and enter code FLY30 for 30% off site-wide and FREE shipping.
Show Notes:
[03:06] Dreaming about travel. Travel books and movies are great ways to plan, think, and dream about travel.
[04:12] Chris loved maps when he was growing up. When his family took trips, he was the navigator. Looking at the maps inspired him to dream about the different locations and places that he could someday go.
[05:04] We are more planners and doers than dreamers, but this is a great time for dreaming about future trips. You can also make a list while you're dreaming about your future trips.
[05:57] It's really fun to have something to look forward to. Your kids can get involved in your dream travel list.
[06:17] Diane's travel bucket list includes Bora Bora and Antarctica from last week's episode and Australia.
[06:54] Chris wants to go to Africa, Alaska, and Hawaii.
[07:25] When travel is taken away from you, you appreciate it even more.
[07:38] Fun things you can be doing right now thinking outside the box. Make tents inside. Kids can read, do homework, or just get away for a while. Tents in the backyard are fun too.
[10:35] Outside projector movies are another creative thing to do.
[11:28] Take a trip to your guest room. Pack an overnight bag. Try out your fun travel gear.
[12:34] Theme days are another fun idea. You can learn about different locations or have themes like zoo day.
[14:02] 1 in 10 people are supported by a travel type industry. Ways to support them include purchasing tickets for future dates. You can also renew your season pass. Keep these businesses thriving.
[16:28] You can get great discounts with extended times when you purchase tours now.
[16:53] Now's the time to research your new travel gear and help support the industry.
[18:08] Focusing on your future vacation is a great way to get your mind off of some of the things that are going on now.
[19:44] Picking a date is a great way to get started to think about what you want to do.
[20:18] We were supposed to be in Vegas the second week of March. We had airfare, a hotel, a car, and activities planned. People were very accommodating with letting us cancel.
[21:58] Make sure that flexible cancellation is an option.
[22:49] Airbnb also did a really great job of giving us all of our money back. Always make sure you understand cancellation policies and what the company will allow you to do.
[24:00] We're going to call our first trip the Post-Pandemic World Tour. What are you going to call yours? #NameYourTrip
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We love to travel and love to talk about travel. Our plans have been put on hold for a while, but that doesn’t mean that we still can’t dream, plan, and prepare for our future trips. We had a Vegas trip scheduled for last month that we had to cancel. We are going to talk about ways that you can have fun with travel while still staying safe at home. Now is the perfect time to do some dreaming, research new locations and experiences, and plan your next trip.
Dreaming and planning can be almost as fun as the trip itself. Now is the time to research some of your favorite destinations and potential destinations. Travel books, movies, and maps can all be used to help discover where you want to go and what you want to do. We also talk about fun things you can do at home that are like a vacation. We discuss how to incorporate activities, food, and themes into your planning. There are great deals out there just make sure you understand cancellation policies. We also discuss why it’s okay to pick that date now.
This Episode is sponsored by Beatrice Bradley. Their line of travel accessories make packing easier and cleaner. Go to www.BeatriceBradley.com today and enter code FLY30 for 30% off site-wide and FREE shipping.
Show Notes:
[03:06] Dreaming about travel. Travel books and movies are great ways to plan, think, and dream about travel.
[04:12] Chris loved maps when he was growing up. When his family took trips, he was the navigator. Looking at the maps inspired him to dream about the different locations and places that he could someday go.
[05:04] We are more planners and doers than dreamers, but this is a great time for dreaming about future trips. You can also make a list while you're dreaming about your future trips.
[05:57] It's really fun to have something to look forward to. Your kids can get involved in your dream travel list.
[06:17] Diane's travel bucket list includes Bora Bora and Antarctica from last week's episode and Australia.
[06:54] Chris wants to go to Africa, Alaska, and Hawaii.
[07:25] When travel is taken away from you, you appreciate it even more.
[07:38] Fun things you can be doing right now thinking outside the box. Make tents inside. Kids can read, do homework, or just get away for a while. Tents in the backyard are fun too.
[10:35] Outside projector movies are another creative thing to do.
[11:28] Take a trip to your guest room. Pack an overnight bag. Try out your fun travel gear.
[12:34] Theme days are another fun idea. You can learn about different locations or have themes like zoo day.
[14:02] 1 in 10 people are supported by a travel type industry. Ways to support them include purchasing tickets for future dates. You can also renew your season pass. Keep these businesses thriving.
[16:28] You can get great discounts with extended times when you purchase tours now.
[16:53] Now's the time to research your new travel gear and help support the industry.
[18:08] Focusing on your future vacation is a great way to get your mind off of some of the things that are going on now.
[19:44] Picking a date is a great way to get started to think about what you want to do.
[20:18] We were supposed to be in Vegas the second week of March. We had airfare, a hotel, a car, and activities planned. People were very accommodating with letting us cancel.
[21:58] Make sure that flexible cancellation is an option.
[22:49] Airbnb also did a really great job of giving us all of our money back. Always make sure you understand cancellation policies and what the company will allow you to do.
[24:00] We're going to call our first trip the Post-Pandemic World Tour. What are you going to call yours? #NameYourTrip
Links and Resources:
Fly with Chris and Di on Facebook
Fly with Chris and Di on Twitter
Fly with Chris and Di on Instagram
Fly with Chris and Di on Pinterest
Beatrice Bradley enter code FLY30 for 30% off site-wide and FREE shipping
Hop On Hop Off Nashville Tours
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Previous Episode
Why You Should Book a Small Cruise Ship
We are talking about small ship cruises today. These are very different from your typical cruise. The smaller ships can go to more exotic ports and explore places where the larger ships can’t go. It’s also a much more intimate trip with the crew and other passengers. Our guests today are Deb and Dave from The PlanetD which was named by Forbes as a Top 10 Travel Influencer in the World!
Deb and Dave are award winning travel bloggers and have been featured on CNN, the BBC, Lonely Planet, National Geographic, Vogue, the Today Show, and more! Their travel videos are amazing! After listening to them talk about exploring the Amazon and camping under the stars in Antarctica, it’s hard not to want to go on one of these adventures. We know that you are going to love them as much as we do! They are so fun and we can’t wait to dive into our time with them. So, let’s fly!
This Episode is sponsored by Beatrice Bradley. Their line of travel accessories make packing easier and cleaner. Go to www.BeatriceBradley.com today and enter code FLY30 for 30% off site-wide and FREE shipping.
Show Notes:
[03:20] Deb and Dave started their travel blog in 2008. They kicked things off with a cycling trip from Cairo to Cape Town. They wanted to do something epic to put their names on the map.
[04:02] They started out by branding themselves as an adventure couple, but soon realized they might not be able to keep it up.
[04:33] As their travel style changed, they realized that adventure was for everyone. It's different for everyone and doesn't have to be epic.
[05:23] Small ship cruising has become a whole new adventure for Deb and Dave. They've gone to Antarctica and Greenland. They've also gone down the Amazon River and down the Panama Canal with a group of 40 people.
[06:01] Taking a small cruise ship is a very up and personal experience.
[07:37] You can sign up for different activities and that makes the group even more intimate.
[08:43] There are also different levels of activities. At dinner you get to share your experiences of the day.
[09:22] There are also options for dining for two.
[10:59] In Panama and Costa Rica, they had a lot of beach time. There were also kayaks and paddleboards out to use. The ships have hot tubs on them.
[11:43] Short cruises can range from 7 to 20 days.
[12:33] Antarctica was Dave's favorite cruise.
[14:03] On small ship cruises, you're able to explore different places and go down smaller tributaries. This works great for exploring the Amazon or Greenland.
[16:17] You need to bring warmer clothes and pack in layers for Antarctica. The cruise will usually furnish parkas and boots.
[17:03] On a small cruise, you also get to hang out with the captain.
[18:20] Most of the rooms are either suites or at least facing out, so you can see the ocean.
[19:51] There are fascinating lectures, films, games, and a happy hour.
[22:30] Deb and Dave have never had a bad small cruise ship experience even though they've gone on several different ships.
[23:04] There's a chef on board creating five course meals with wine pairings. There's only a breakfast buffet. They have table service for lunch and dinner.
[25:09] Prices usually start around $3,600 a person and can go up to a lot more. Everything is included, so it kind of evens out.
[27:55] It's really a unique luxury experience.
[30:32] Deb's favorite experience was kayaking in Antarctica. It was an incredible experience with penguins, seals, whales, and icebergs.
[31:18] Dave liked camping in Antarctica and sleeping under the stars and a full moon.
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How to Budget for Travel with Nikki Rue
Our friend Nikki Rue from She Saves She Travels is back. Regular listeners may remember her tips on How to Book the Cheapest Flight Possible from episode 23. Nikki runs a travel and finance blog that specializes in helping people work with the income they have to go on the trips they want. Her blog is a wealth of tips and resources to save money, budget, and find the best travel deals. We loved all of her tips for finding cheap flights, and today we take it a step further by talking about how to plan and set up a budget to make travel a reality.
Nikki talks about the first things you need to decide on and how flexibility and traveling during off seasons can save money and stress. We also talk about smart ways to find that money to set aside and why it’s always better to save in advance as opposed to going into credit card debt for that vacation. We also talk about some of the hidden costs that not everyone thinks about and why it’s super important to have a cushion just in case.
This Episode is sponsored by Beatrice Bradley. Their line of travel accessories make packing easier and cleaner. Go to www.BeatriceBradley.com today and enter code FLY30 for 30% off site-wide and FREE shipping.
Show Notes:
[03:11] Nikki Rue runs the travel and finance blog She Saves She Travels. She's a certified financial coach specializing in helping people manage their money, so that they can travel the world and live their best life.
[04:20] One of the first steps when creating a vacation budget is to know how much the trip will cost. You need to know where you're going and when you are going.
[04:53] Searching Google and Pinterest are great places to start. You can also include the search term "budget" in your search.
[05:12] Fees and expenses that people often overlook include baggage fees, travel insurance, and boarding their pets. Nikki always adds an extra 10% to her budget just in case.
[06:43] Your biggest expenses will be transportation and accommodations. Being flexible with your dates can save you a lot of money.
[08:05] There are deals and dramatic discounts available right now. If you do book, make sure that you have flexibility and can actually afford it.
[09:10] You can find great deals on activities on Groupon. Some city visitor centers also offer discounts and can send you coupon books beforehand. Tripadvisor is also great for restaurants and activities.
[10:42] Adapt the right mindset and decide where you want to splurge or save.
[11:47] Once you know your initial budget, break it down according to how many months before your trip. Then you have a monthly savings goal. Make travel a priority for your finances.
[12:36] You could also open up a separate bank account just for travel. Some banks will allow you to name the account a nickname like Hawaii.
[14:34] Use travel cards wisely but avoid a vacation hangover. It's no fun paying for your vacation after the fact.
[15:33] Cancel subscriptions that you aren't using and put them in your vacation fund. You can also create extra money coming or selling things you don't use.
[16:57] You can save a lot by cutting down on dining out or buying coffee drinks.
[17:59] It's about prioritizing your finances and being intentional with your spending to make your income work for your goals.
Links and Resources:
Fly with Chris and Di on Facebook
Fly with Chris and Di on Twitter
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She Saves She Travels on Instagram
She Saves She Travels on Facebook
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