The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Couples who travel together stay together. 

What if you could crowdfund your honeymoon? So, instead of receiving wedding gifts, your friends and family could contribute to funding your dream honeymoon. 

More and more newlyweds are favoring cash gifts over traditional wedding gifts. 

Sarah Margolis, CEO and co-founder of Honeyfund, explains how the platform helps newlyweds fund un...

Planning a trip to NYC? You may be wondering when is the best time to visit New York. Well, you might not expect me to say this, but as a New Yorker who moved away but visits regularly, I can confidently say that WINTER is secretly the best time to experience the city at a deep discount. 

If you are looking for the best deals, fewer crowds, and wildly fun adventures, here’s why you should book a winter New...

Vermont holds a special place in my heart and ranks among my favorite places in the world. When you visit the Green Mountain State, you are surrounded by Black history and culture. 

Join me as we explore the Vermont African American Heritage Trail, which shares the stories and experiences of Black Vermonters who influenced their local communities and our nation. 

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It's not too late to start investing and building your wealth. Discover how to achieve the freedom that comes with financial independence with Ange Marie, a money coach who helps women grow their money through stock market investing—without the need to work extra hours on a side hustle!

Ange Marie outlines three main strategies for building wealth and provides practical approaches to committing to (or reco...

Stephanie Antin cracked the code for family travel using points and miles. Her family of five has traveled to six continents and dozens of countries for almost FREE. 

Stephanie explains how families can better strategize travel reward redemptions for business and first-class flights and practical ways to use points for luxe stays, like picturesque underwater bungalows in Tahiti.  

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What are your travel goals for the upcoming year? Today, we’re exploring how to set and achieve travel goals with intention. 

Discover how setting intentional travel goals can transform your wanderlust into unforgettable adventures!

Download our Travel Goals Printable from our brand new Etsy shop!

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What if you could live abroad and enjoy a lower cost of living while building a fulfilling career? Laura Marks shares her inspiring story of moving to Argentina and how she's redefined what it means to live an enriching life. 

Ready to learn how you, too, could embrace location independence and transform your career and lifestyle? Tune in to learn about the joys of asado, the power of community, and the fi...

Wondering what card in your wallet to use for an upcoming purchase? Put away your spreadsheet or handy notes app because today, I’m going to introduce you to a tool that gets the job done.

Introducing CardPointers, the app that helps you track credit card rewards and offers and tells you the best card in your portfolio to use for every purchase. No more missing out on precious points and miles! 

Confused about the difference between a trip and a vacation? Discover how your expectations can shape your adventures, and learn how to plan your next getaway—whether it's a whirlwind trip filled with exploration or a relaxing vacation focused on self-care. Tune in to my travel podcast to refine your travel style and make the most of your time off!

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None of us enjoy spending money unnecessarily. I’m sharing my biggest flying mistakes of all time and what I’d do differently. We’ll go beyond the usual, like missing flights, forgetting to apply for visas, or missing out on opportunities to earn miles.

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Wondering what to do and where to eat to support local Black-owned businesses in Boston? 

Boston is a vibrant hub for Black culture. Discover Boston’s Black history, from the courageous individuals who fought to abolish slavery to the thriving Black-owned businesses and visionaries shaping the city today. 

Follow this Boston travel guide for the top things to do in Boston, focusing on Black hi...

Travel newsletters are among the best ways to stay informed and inspired as travel consumers or business owners. Some travel newsletters fuel wanderlust, offering practical advice like travel hacks, destinations to visit, and how to save money. Others share industry news, trends, and insights. Here are my top picks for travel newsletters. Subscribe to a handful or all of them. 

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Welcome to the Canadian province of Manitoba!

Manitoba, the ancestral homeland of the Métis Nation and other Indigenous peoples of present-day Canada, is a treasure trove of rich Indigenous stories, heritage, and attractions. 

Join me as we experience the beauty, history, and spirit of Indigenous traditions and artistic expression in Manitoba. From bannock-making to viewing the largest public ...

Welcome to the Canadian province of Saskatchewan!

Explore Indigenous art, visit the home of Canada’s longest-running archaeological dig, savor a delicious meal foraged from the prairies at the Han Wi Moon Dinner, and step back in time to learn about the 19th-century Métis community that built and defended their home along the South Saskatchewan River. 

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I often see articles promising to share the most affordable travel destinations within the U.S. As I start reading, I shake my head — no, no, no. They’ve got it all wrong! 

Here are my top picks for budget-friendly vacations in the U.S. that offer rich experiences and thrilling adventures without draining your wallet.

What are your favorite budget-friendly travel destinations within the United...

The travel hacking landscape is constantly evolving. Listening to travel hacking podcasts is one of my favorite ways to deepen my travel hacking knowledge. 

Here’s a recommended list of my favorite travel hacking podcasts. These podcasts are packed with insider tips, expert interviews, and real-life experiences, which will help you become a travel hacking pro in no time!  

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Saying kids grow up fast is an understatement. It feels like yesterday we packed our car for our first road trip with Baby K to The Adirondacks, New York. Since then, we’ve road-tripped across the country, flown internationally, and have half a dozen local getaways under our belt. 

I’m not going to lie, traveling with toddlers can be stressful, full of tantrums and big emotions, and endless running around,...

Have you ever flown business or first class? Want to fly premium cabins more often without dishing out a lot of cash? Dave Grossman has spent over 15 years traveling the world in first class using points and miles, saving tens of thousands of dollars. He breaks down the differences between points, miles, and cashback, and explains why transferable points offer the ultimate flexibility. 

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Traveling is often put on hold due to various reasons, such as financial constraints, health concerns, or waiting for the "perfect" time. Discover the importance of seizing travel opportunities now rather than later and how travel can be a life-changing personal investment and source of inspiration for your financial journey.  

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