Danielle Desir Travel Writer, Podcaster, Host of The Thought Card

How To Budget Your Trip

Growing up I traveled every summer, but as a college student, I couldn’t afford to travel as much. Although money was tight (we're talking Great Recession tight), I decided that I would make travel a financial priority once I found a job…
A how-to guide to becoming a financially savvy traveler: how to be a financially savvy traveler and wiser with your money.

Episode 32: Affording Luxury Travel with Nadeen White

Travel blogger by day and Physician by night, Nadeen White is an award-winning travel and lifestyle blogger, and Amazon bestselling author. Her affordable luxury travel blog The Sophisticated Life focuses on affordable luxury travel, destination…
Tips on how to save money for travel.

How to Actually Save Money for Travel

Do you want to save for travel? Is money holding you back from traveling more? While you can certainly hack your way to free travel and find ways to travel inexpensively, the truth remains that you need money to travel the world - don’t believe…
Advantages and Disadvantages of Studying Abroad with Danielle Grace

Episode 27: Advantages and Disadvantages of Studying Abroad With Danielle Grace

If you're considering enrolling in a studying abroad program, you may be wondering what the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad are. In this episode, Danielle Grace shares tips for studying abroad and how you can afford various…
5 Destinations Where the US is Strong Right Now

Episode 16: 5 Affordable Travel Destinations Where the US Dollar Goes Further

Did you know that visiting countries with a favorable exchange rate (where the US dollar is strong), is an easy way to stretch your travel budget without really trying? Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher In this episode…
How to find the best cruise deals around the world.

How To Find The Best Cruise Deals For Your Next Vacation

A few years ago, while enjoying the city views from the terrace of Miradouro de Santa Luzia in Lisbon, I noticed large cruise ships docked at the Lisbon cruise port. This made me think about my own previous cruise experiences exploring St. John's…
2017 Top Budget Travel Destinations

24 Top Budget Travel Destinations Around The World

Have you traveled lately? If so, where did you go? More importantly, how much did you spend? I know I'm bombarding you with questions but at the end of the day, money affects our ability to travel. Money can help us travel or it can prevent…
A how-to guide to becoming a financially savvy traveler: how to be a financially savvy traveler and wiser with your money.

7 Steps to Becoming a Financially Savvy Traveler

How many of us can find financial reasons to postpone or cancel our trips? If you raised your hand or nodded in agreement, I challenge you to continue reading. I can confidentially say that we've all been there. Our finances can absolutely…