Travel Planning

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Although lots of fare alert sites claim to offer exclusive flight deals, err on the side of caution. I can’t count how many times I’ve gotten excited about a flight deal only to find out that it doesn’t exist. Way to play with my emotions! Avid…

Best travel podcasts for road trips and long drives.

Travel Planning

10 Best Travel Podcasts For Road Trips

It's that time of year where we're planning our spring and summer road trips. If you’ve been reading my blog for a while or follow me on social (@thedanielledesir on Instagram), you probably noticed I am always on the move or dreaming about…

Affording Travel

Top U.S. Travel Bank Accounts For Travelers

ATM fees and foreign exchange fees are a financial burden for travelers. In 2016, ATM fees cost a record high of $4.57 per transaction. On average, banks charge 3% for foreign transaction fees but some charge up to 6%. Before I found travel…

How to submit flight delay compensation with Click2Refund

Airfare

Get Compensated For Europe Flight Delays and Cancellations With Click2Refund

Did you know that you can get compensated for flight delays and airline cancellations? If you've experienced inconveniences while flying with a European airline or had issues departing from an EU airport (including layovers and connecting flights),…

When to start weekend travel - how to plan a weekend trip.

Travel Planning

When Should You Start Your Weekend Trip? Friday Evening or Saturday Morning?

Among weekenders, there is a debate going on...when is the right time to start a weekend trip? Some say Friday evening while others say Saturday morning. A few have even mentioned Thursday evening. In a poll I ran on Twitter (follow me @thethoughtcard)…

Top Episodes of The Thought Card Podcast.

Affording Travel

My Top 5 Most Downloaded Podcast Episodes

As I approach 50 episodes of The Thought Card Podcast, I wanted to highlight some of the incredible guests I've had on the show and reflect on the episodes that many have enjoyed. The Thought Card Podcast is an affordable travel and personal…

Flight Deals

My Go-To Websites for Finding the Best Flight Deals

Are you tired of wasting time searching for inaccurate or overpriced flight deals? As a financially savvy traveler, I’m obsessed with travel deals but I know that not all "cheap flights" are worthy of your hard-earned money. That's why it’s…

Top Savvy Travelers you should follow to learn how to travel the world.

Affording Travel

8 Savvy Travelers Who Will Inspire You To Travel the World

As a financially savvy traveler, I enjoy finding creative ways to travel the world while tackling all of my other financial obligations. While many people choose to let their finances hold them back, I strongly believe that if you're creative…

Affording Travel

Announcing My New Book “Affording Travel”

If you would have told me five years ago that I'd be the author of two books, I would have asked you if you were joking. Five years ago, I started this blog with limiting beliefs. Although I did not see myself as a writer, I had a lot to say…

Winter trips for solo black women travel

Solo Travel

Best Winter Destinations for Black Female Solo Travelers

As black travelers, there are a lot of things to consider when traveling solo. In addition to safety, we want to travel to destinations where we will feel comfortable and welcome. Now more than ever, black travelers are sharing their travel…

Travel Tips & Resources

A LITTLE PLANNING GOES A LONG WAY.

Get Flight Deals Sent To Your Inbox With Thrifty Traveler Premium

10 Best Travel Podcasts For Road Trips

Top U.S. Travel Bank Accounts For Travelers

Get Compensated For Europe Flight Delays and Cancellations With Click2Refund

When Should You Start Your Weekend Trip? Friday Evening or Saturday Morning?

My Top 5 Most Downloaded Podcast Episodes

My Go-To Websites for Finding the Best Flight Deals

8 Savvy Travelers Who Will Inspire You To Travel the World

Announcing My New Book “Affording Travel”

Best Winter Destinations for Black Female Solo Travelers