If you’ve ever come home from a family vacation more stressed about your credit card bill than refreshed from the trip — this episode is for you.

We’re joined by John De Goey, a certified financial planner and portfolio manager who’s helped countless families plan smarter, spend with purpose, and still enjoy meaningful travel. John shares practical strategies for saving ahead, setting realistic budgets, and avoiding those sneaky “budget busters” that derail trips — all without losing the joy (or the occasional splurge) that makes family travel special.

From mapping out every likely expense before you leave, to teaching kids about money along the way, John’s advice will help you trade post-trip debt for peace of mind — and maybe even extra gelato money.

✨ Just a few of the questions we tackled in this episode:

• How can I budget for a family vacation without going into debt?
• What hidden travel costs should I plan for when traveling with kids?
• Is it worth having a separate travel savings account for family trips?
• How can I use credit card points or rewards to save on family travel?
• What are the most common money mistakes parents make on vacation?

CONNECT WITH JOHN: https://www.johndegoey.ca/

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