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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…

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 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)…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Tips for Booking CheapOair Flights
Finding ways to travel the world for less without sacrificing comfort or missing out on incredible travel experiences is one of the things I enjoy discussing here on the blog and my affordable travel finance podcast - The Thought Card Podcast.…