The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips & Vacation Planning For Financially Savvy Travelers

Think you have to put your big travel dreams on hold once you have a baby? Think again. Riana Ang-Canning of A Teaspoon of Adventure shares how she and her husband turned parental leave into a nine-month family adventure across Canada and Europe with their infant and dog.

But how do you actually make traveling with a baby work for nine months? And how much does it cost?

Whether you're family planning, traveling with a baby, or dreami...

Think London is too expensive for your travel budget? Think again.

With the right strategy, you can experience this iconic European city without blowing your entire vacation budget.

Carli Rasschaert from Adventures With Carli shares how to do London on a budget while still having an amazing trip. We’re breaking down the biggest money mistakes travelers make in London, where to find better value on accommodations, how walkable...

Welcome to The Thought Card — a travel podcast exploring the money side of travel, from where to splurge to smart ways to save on epic trips across the globe.

No fluff, no shame — just proven strategies from host Danielle Desir Corbett and fellow financially savvy travelers finding creative ways to build a travel-filled life on their own terms.

New episodes drop every other week. Follow The Thought Card wherever you liste...

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Think you hate cruises? You might just hate big ships.

Today, we’re exploring the world of small ship cruising — an intimate, more immersive way to travel that feels co...

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If you've assumed train travel is too slow, too expensive, or simply not practical, this episode might change your mind.

Train travel expert Sojourner Whitebusts common myths about...

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Thinking about booking your first Disney cruise, but not sure where to start? Brian and Sam from DCL Duo, one of the leading travel podcasts dedicated to Disney Cruise Line, answe...

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Should you book now or wait for a better travel deal?

Today, we’re pulling back the curtain with Susan Catto, Head of Publishing, Canada at Travelzoo, to uncover how travel i...

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After losing her job, Kelly Peeler made a bold decision: she bought and renovated a home on the Greek island of Milos—with no prior experience—and transformed it into ...

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Is travel blogging dead or does it just look different today? Michelle Jensen of Travel HerStory shares what it actually takes to make money as a travel blogger. From earning her ...

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Some of the best travel experiences happen when you explore the places closest to you. Today I’m joined by Jenn Neilson from Will Save For Travel to talk about all things st...

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Quitting your job to travel the world sounds unrealistic… maybe even irresponsible. But what if it’s actually one of the most intentional financial decisions you can ...

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Today, we’re heading to the rugged and breathtaking coastline of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, one of the best places in the world to experience whale watching up close...

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Ever dreamed of packing your bags and moving abroad but worried about how you’d make a living?

Kiersten Brown did just that. At 27, she left California to move to Panama. She...

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Most people think savings challenges are designed to help you save money.

But what if the real benefit isn’t the money at all?

Savings challenges can spark something even more...

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There are so many incredible places to visit on a honeymoon.

Sara Margulis, CEO and co-founder of Honeyfund, shares trending honeymoon destinations worldwide, including countries i...

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Looking for the best things to do in Puerto Rico beyond the typical tourist attractions?

From the historic streets of Old San Juan to lesser-known beaches and Afro-Caribbean cultural experiences, add these must-see attractions and activities to your Puerto Rico travel itinerary.

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