167. Vacation Fund Do's and Dont's
05/30/24 • 20 min
Get motivated to create a vacation fund and stick to your travel goals! When I decided years ago to prioritize travel, one of the most empowering steps I took was establishing a dedicated vacation fund, a special bank account solely for my travel savings. Learn practical tips for managing a dedicated vacation fund.
Read the blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/vacation-fund-tips/
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Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:
- Why You Need a Travel Fund – Episode 2
- 10 Ways To Travel Without Getting Into Debt – Episode 143
- Ways To Save Money Traveling and Cut Costs (blog post)
- Must-Read Budget Travel Books (blog post)
Read My Books:
- We Are Financially Savvy Travelers
- Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers
- Traveling With a Full-Time Job
- Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner
- Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure
Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett:
Join my newsletter: https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/
Website: www.thoughtcard.com
Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir
Work With Me:
Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.
Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers:
GigSky is a powerful eSIM that provides service in over 190 countries, both at sea, and in-flight. Avoid high roaming fees and connect to Wi-Fi at all times while traveling. Save 10% using the promo code 'THETHOUGHTCARD10'
Thrifty Traveler Premium for finding cheap flights and mistake fares.
CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.
SafetyWing for travel medical insurance in your home country or anywhere you travel.
Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.
Get Outdoors 101 by Olivia Christine teaches you how to confidently plan outdoor adventures so you can unplug and de-stress. For $50 OFF, use the promo code ‘ThoughtCard50.’
Knack Bags for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel, or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.
Books Worth Reading
- 12 Trips In 12 Months by Jen Ruiz
- Hues of Africa by Tiffany Heard
- We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers
- Your Journey To Financial Freedom by Jamila Souffrant
- Financially Lit by Jannese Torress
Podcasting Gear and Equipment:
- ATR2100x Dynamic Microphone
- Sony Dynamic Stereo Headphones
- Ausha for podcast hosting
- Streamyard for streaming and high-quality studio recording<...
Get motivated to create a vacation fund and stick to your travel goals! When I decided years ago to prioritize travel, one of the most empowering steps I took was establishing a dedicated vacation fund, a special bank account solely for my travel savings. Learn practical tips for managing a dedicated vacation fund.
Read the blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/vacation-fund-tips/
🎧 Binge my Vacation Fund Series
🎧 Binge my travel hacking episodes
Episode Sponsor - Thrifty Traveler
Join tens of thousands of travelers who love getting cheap flight alerts by subscribing today. Visit thoughtcard.com/thrifty and use the promo code 'TC10' to save $10 on your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.
Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:
- Why You Need a Travel Fund – Episode 2
- 10 Ways To Travel Without Getting Into Debt – Episode 143
- Ways To Save Money Traveling and Cut Costs (blog post)
- Must-Read Budget Travel Books (blog post)
Read My Books:
- We Are Financially Savvy Travelers
- Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers
- Traveling With a Full-Time Job
- Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner
- Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure
Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett:
Join my newsletter: https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/
Website: www.thoughtcard.com
Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir
Work With Me:
Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.
Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers:
GigSky is a powerful eSIM that provides service in over 190 countries, both at sea, and in-flight. Avoid high roaming fees and connect to Wi-Fi at all times while traveling. Save 10% using the promo code 'THETHOUGHTCARD10'
Thrifty Traveler Premium for finding cheap flights and mistake fares.
CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.
SafetyWing for travel medical insurance in your home country or anywhere you travel.
Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.
Get Outdoors 101 by Olivia Christine teaches you how to confidently plan outdoor adventures so you can unplug and de-stress. For $50 OFF, use the promo code ‘ThoughtCard50.’
Knack Bags for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel, or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.
Books Worth Reading
- 12 Trips In 12 Months by Jen Ruiz
- Hues of Africa by Tiffany Heard
- We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers
- Your Journey To Financial Freedom by Jamila Souffrant
- Financially Lit by Jannese Torress
Podcasting Gear and Equipment:
- ATR2100x Dynamic Microphone
- Sony Dynamic Stereo Headphones
- Ausha for podcast hosting
- Streamyard for streaming and high-quality studio recording<...
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166. Break Free From Societal Expectations: How To Plan 12 Trips In 12 Months With Jen Ruiz
In 2017, Jen Ruiz set out to take an epic challenge, go on 12 trips in 12 months before her 30th birthday while employed full-time as an attorney. She ended up taking twenty trips that year, almost doubling her original goal! Jen shares how you, too, can plan your own similar travel challenge.
- How to take 12 trips in 12 months with a demanding job?
- Ways to save for frequent travel
- How to commit to a travel challenge
- Ways travel can transform your life and career
Read the blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/travel-challenge-jen-ruiz/
Take Your Own 12 Trips In 12 Months Challenge! Sign up for a 30-minute training on how to plan your own year of adventure: 12tripsin12months.com
Connect with Jen Ruiz:
- [Book] 12 Trips and 12 Months by Jen Ruiz
- Website: jenonajetplane.com
- Follow on Instagram: @jenonajetplane
Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:
- Benefits of Solo Travel: Why Going Alone Can Save You Money - Episode 165
- Why You Need a Travel Fund – Episode 2
- 10 Ways To Travel Without Getting Into Debt – Episode 143
- Ways To Save Money Traveling and Cut Costs (blog post)
- Must-Read Budget Travel Books (blog post)
Read My Books:
- We Are Financially Savvy Travelers
- Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers
- Traveling With a Full-Time Job
- Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner
- Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure
Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett:
Join my newsletter: https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/
Website: www.thoughtcard.com
Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir
Work With Me:
Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.
Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers:
Thrifty Traveler Premium for finding cheap flights and mistake fares.
CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.
SafetyWing for travel medical insurance in your home country or anywhere you travel.
Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.
Podcasting Gear and Equipment:
- ATR2100x Dynamic Microphone
- Sony Dynamic Stereo Headphones
- Ausha for podcast hosting
- Streamyard for streaming and high-quality studio recording
- Swell AI for episode descriptions, show notes, and social copy
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168. Creative Ways To Fund Vacations (Without a Side Hustle)
Not everyone has the time or ability to take on extra work due to various life circumstances, such as being a caretaker, facing health issues, or having a demanding schedule. However, this doesn't mean you can't save money for your dream vacation. Explore creative ways to fund your travels without relying on a side hustle.
Read blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/creative-ways-to-fund-travel/
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🎧 Binge my Vacation Fund Series
🎧 Binge my travel hacking episodes
Episode Sponsor - Thrifty Traveler
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Other Content You’ll Enjoy:
- Why You Need a Travel Fund – Episode 2
- Vacation Fund Do's and Don'ts - Episode 167
- How To Earn Cash Back with Rakuten - Episode 115
- Must-Try Savings Challenges (blog post)
Read My Books:
- We Are Financially Savvy Travelers
- Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers
- Traveling With a Full-Time Job
- Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner
- Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure
Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett:
Join my newsletter: https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/
Website: www.thoughtcard.com
Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir
Work With Me:
Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.
Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers:
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GigSky is a powerful eSIM that provides service in over 190 countries, both at sea, and in-flight. Avoid high roaming fees and connect to Wi-Fi at all times while traveling. Save 10% using the promo code 'THETHOUGHTCARD10'
CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.
SafetyWing for travel medical insurance in your home country or anywhere you travel.
Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.
Get Outdoors 101 by Olivia Christine teaches you how to confidently plan outdoor adventures so you can unplug and de-stress. For $50 OFF, use the promo code ‘ThoughtCard50.’
Knack Bags for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business trav...
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