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I impulse bought a flight to Kenya because it was a good deal. At the time, I didn’t think to factor in the yellow fever vaccine cost into the true cost of that trip — I was too busy dreaming of giraffes and lions. But no matter how much I budgeted, planned, and saved for […]
The Most Painful Part of a Yellow Fever Vaccine is the Cost Read More »
I’m always looking for the next big thing and I thought Google Fi international might be it. Google’s new cell phone service, Google Fi (formerly Project Fi), offers free high-speed data and texting in more than 170 countries worldwide — and with WiFi calling, you can even make phone calls abroad (with your normal phone
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When T-Mobile first came out with free international roaming, it was game-changing for travelers. I made the switch without hesitation and recommended it whole-heartedly to other travelers. At least, until Google Fi came out. Then there was another player in this field — and possibly one who did it better. These days, it’s a battle
Google Fi vs T Mobile for Travelers: International Roaming Comparison Read More »
Bah humbug! As much as I love Thanksgiving and Christmas, I hate holiday travel. For years, I’ve dealt with sky-high airfares, traffic jams on the highway, and winter storms that cause delays, delays, delays. Thankfully, I’ve got a few holiday travel tips that take the sting out of the stress. Holiday Travel Tips from Someone Who
There’s a new checking account on the block and it’s a decent pick for travelers. SoFi Money offers decent interest rates, refunds ATM fees (even abroad), and advertises no foreign transaction fees. Plus, you can set up an account in less than three minutes with no “hard pulls” on your credit report — and they’ll
SoFi Money for Travelers: How it Compares to Charles Schwab Read More »
The question I’m asked most often is “how do you afford to travel so often?” In reality, it’s not one single thing. I have a lot of tricks up my sleeve, although none as interesting as working as a courier. I made $300 — on a one-way flight, no less — just for flying from
Right now I’m obsessing over costs in Kenya, wondering how long of a journey I’m willing to take on a matatu bus and whether or not I should pay up for the hotel closest to Nairobi airport or stay farther away to save $50. However, in my past travels, I’ve also paid for a private
People ask me all the time how I get foreign currency before a trip and the quick answer is… I don’t. Why would I, when I can get cash on demand from any ATM in the world with no upcharge, no foreign transaction fee, no ATM fees, and at a fair exchange rate? Seriously, Charles
Charles Schwab is the Best International ATM Card for Travel Read More »
When I’m on the road, wi-fi hotspots are essential to my work and they’re relatively easy to find. However, these hotspots are horrifically insecure unless you use a VPN. Most people know they shouldn’t log into their bank accounts or transmit personal information over public internet connections, but frankly that’s only half the battle. Simply checking your
WOW air advertises $99 flights to Iceland, so what’s the catch? I love the idea of cheap flights to Europe but I knew there would be a trade-off. If you’re curious, WOW air reviews can help you decide if it’s the right option for you. Read Before Buying a Ticket –> WOW Air Cancels *All*
Wow, What a Shame! WOW Air Ceases Operations March 2019 Read More »
