The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips & Vacation Planning For Financially Savvy Travelers

Here's a BIG life update. I wrote a new book, 'We Are Financially Savvy Travelers.'

Becoming a financially savvy traveler isn't just about saving money for your travels or even traveling cheaply; it's about mastering the fundamental principles that empower you to enjoy a lifetime of affordable travel experiences while keeping your other financial goals on track.

Get your hands on 'We Are Financially Savvy Travelers' today!

In this book, learn:

• How to balance wanderlust and your financial goals
• The difference between budget travelers and financially savvy travelers
• How to define your unique travel style and align spending priorities
• Ways to embrace financial mindfulness throughout the travel planning process

And so much more!

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With rolling hills, historic turn-of-the-century buildings, working farms, and front porches with rocking chairs, welcome to Leiper's Fork, a small rural village in Williamson County, Tennessee.

Preservationist Aubrey Preston shares how he stumbled on this rural community in the early '90s and helped launch one of Tennessee's first land preservation campaigns.

Hear about the sense of belonging and creativity that makes this place so special, plus fun things to do in Leiper's Fork, Tennessee, and how it became a cultural and musical hub welcoming thousands of cultural tourists every year.

This episode is made in partnership with Visit Franklin, the sponsor of this episode, where you can access resources and travel guides for planning an unforgettable getaway to Franklin, Tennessee, and greater Williamson County.

Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett

Website: www.thoughtcard.com

Follow on Twitter: @thethoughtcard

Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir

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Listen to these episodes next:

Ways To Explore Historic Clarksville Attractions (Tennessee) – Episode 145

Must Try Portland Food and Drink Experiences – Episode 132

Appreciating Adirondack Art, Nature, and History at Adirondack Experience (Upstate New York) – Episode 142

Read My Books:

We Are Financially Savvy Travelers *New Release For 2023*

Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers

Traveling With a Full-Time Job

Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner

Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure

My Favorite Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers

Thrifty Traveler for finding cheap flights. Use the promo code 'TC10' for $10 off your first year.

CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.

Dollar Flight Club get email alerts with flight deals leaving from your home airport.

Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.

Get Outdoors 101 the course by Olivia Christine teaches how to confidently plan outdoor adventures so you can unplug and de-stress. For $50 OFF use the promo code 'ThoughtCard50.'

Knack Bag for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.

My Favorite Resources For Entrepreneurs

Grantable an AI grant-writing tool to save you time writing winning grant applications.

Grants For Creators a monthly newsletter sharing grants and other funding opportunities for U.S. creatives, small business owners, and founders.

iFindYouClose a membership sharing weekly speaking opportunities, so you find the perfect stage for your signature talk.

Email Marketing Club a membership where you receive email templates every week that help you connect and convert your audience to paying customers.

Work With Me:

Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

An hour north of Nashville, Clarksville promises visitors a laid-back Tennessee getaway with all the amenities you might enjoy, like good food, tasty cocktails, outdoor recreation, and fun things to do for the entire family.

Steeped in history, Clarksville promises historical attractions from museums to forts, prehistoric caves, and more.

Learn about influential people who shaped Clarksville at The Customs House Museum. Step back in time and explore what life was like in rural Tennessee in the 19th century at Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement, or discover the spiritual significance of Dunbar Cave and how it has been used for thousands of years.

This episode is made in partnership with Visit Clarksville, the sponsor of this episode: where you can access resources for planning an affordable, fun-filled getaway to Clarksville, TN.

Read the full blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/historic-clarksville-tennessee-attractions/

Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett

Website: www.thoughtcard.com

Follow on Twitter: @thethoughtcard

Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir

Share your thoughts and topic suggestions for new episodes by leaving a voicemail.

Listen to these episodes next:

Must Try Portland Food and Drink Experiences – Episode 132

Appreciating Adirondack Art, Nature, and History at Adirondack Experience (Upstate New York) – Episode 142

Read My Books:

We Are Financially Savvy Travelers *New Release For 2023*

Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers

Traveling With a Full-Time Job

Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner

Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure

My Favorite Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers

Thrifty Traveler for finding cheap flights. Use the promo code 'TC10' for $10 off your first year.

CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.

Dollar Flight Club get email alerts with flight deals leaving from your home airport.

Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.

Get Outdoors 101 the course by Olivia Christine teaches how to confidently plan outdoor adventures so you can unplug and de-stress. For $50 OFF use the promo code 'ThoughtCard50.'

Knack Bag for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.

My Favorite Resources For Entrepreneurs

Grantable an AI grant-writing tool to save you time writing winning grant applications.

Grants For Creators a monthly newsletter sharing grants and other funding opportunities for U.S. creatives, small business owners, and founders.

iFindYouClose a membership sharing weekly speaking opportunities, so you find the perfect stage for your signature talk.

Email Marketing Club a membership where you receive email templates every week that help you connect and convert your audience to paying customers.

Work With Me:

Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

If you're dreaming about visiting Paris one day or actively planning your vacation in the coming months, here are some things first-time visitors should know about Paris (from the perspective of an American millennial). Such as when crossing the street, being mindful of bike lanes, cultural norms and differences, and tips for navigating the city with a baby.

Read blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/first-time-in-paris/

Paris On a Budget: 17 Money-Saving Tips: https://thoughtcard.com/paris-on-a-budget/

Resources Mentioned

1. My fave travel stroller: https://amzn.to/3UqbK0w

Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett

Join Newsletter: https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/

Website: www.thoughtcard.com

Follow on Instagram: @thedaniellecorbett

Other posts you'll enjoy:

1. Scotland First-Time Travel Tips - Episode 126
2. 5 Days in Iceland Travel Itinerary (blog)
3. What To Bring on Road Trips – Episode 101
4. Must Follow Travel Podcasts - Episode 121
5. How To Find and Research Hotels With Tripadvisor - Episode 105

My Favorite Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers

Thrifty Traveler for finding cheap flights. Use the promo code 'TC10' for $10 off your first year.

CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.

Knack Bag for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel, or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.

Work With Me:

Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

Is getting into debt for travel worth it? According to studies, Americans spend, on average, $2,830 per household on summer vacations, an all-time high. As inflation continues to negatively impact travel, and airfare costs soar, vacation budgets are causing some to give up travel completely, while others take on debt to fund these experiences.

If you're hoping to travel this year, there are plenty of ways to save money and avoid going into debt. Uncover 10 practical strategies to vacation debt-free.

Want to travel more and live free from debt?

🎧 Binge my Debt-Free Travel Stories Playlist and get inspired by real journeys, practical tips, and money-saving hacks for your own adventures!

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This episode is created in partnership with Medjet, an air medical transport membership that gets you home.

Whether you are hospitalized while traveling or feel threatened, you can call them. There are never any claims, out-of-pocket expenses (outside your membership), or surprise bills afterward.

Click here for the full write-up about Medjet to learn why standard travel and medical insurance sometimes isn't enough and scenarios where having a Medjet membership would be beneficial.

Read the full blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/debt-free-vacation/

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In this 1:1 session, we'll map out a savings plan based on your travel goals, timeline, and budget—whether it's a dream trip or more frequent getaways.

👉 Let's chat: https://thoughtcard.com/strategy-session

✈️ Travel Smarter & Spend Wiser

➡️ Start saving now with the Jumpstart Your Vacation Fund Challenge – a 5-day action plan to build your dream trip fund!

➡️ Get inspired with my book Affording Travel – practical strategies to make travel a financial priority.

➡️ Grab the Vacation Ready Financial Checklist – Your go-to guide to prep your finances for your next trip.

Listen to these episodes next:

• How To Start a Travel Fund and Why You Need One - Episode 2
• Financial Things To Do Before Vacation - Episode 108

Read My Books:

1. We Are Financially Savvy Travelers
2. Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers
3. Traveling With a Full-Time Job

Work With Me:

Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

The Adirondacks in Upstate New York are known for their breathtaking landscapes. Witnessing it firsthand is truly a magnificent experience. Let's explore the Adirondacks by specifically focusing on the Adirondack Experience, a museum showcasing all things Adirondacks, past and present.

Highlighting the museum's newest exhibit, "Artists and Inspiration in the Wild." The art exhibit features over 250 works of art inspired by the Adirondacks' natural landscape, including paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and textile art.

Hear from contemporary painter Dennon Walantus and the museum's Chief Curator, Laura Rice.

I also share my impressions of the museum and why it is a must-visit for families, culture seekers, history buffs, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

This episode is created in partnership with Adirondack Experience.

Read the full blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/adirondack-experience/

Connect With Adirondack Experience:

Website: theadkx.org

Instagram: @theadkx

Listen to these episodes next:

• Explore the Adirondacks and Get Closer To Nature at The Wild Center - Episode 109

• How The Wild Center's Climate Solution Exhibit Inspires Taking Action - Episode 110

Read My Books:

1. Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers

2. Traveling With a Full-Time Job

3. Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner

4. Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure

My Favorite Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers

• Thrifty Traveler for finding cheap flights. Use the promo code 'TC10' for $10 off your first year.

• CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.

• Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.

Work With Me:

Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

Follow on Twitter: @thethoughtcard

Follow on Instagram: @thedaniellecorbett

Curious about exploring outside of your home country by working and moving abroad? Open to new opportunities, cultures, or want more for your family?

While living abroad as an American isn't always straightforward, it's impossible and in today's episode, we cover all things relocating to Germany with Vanessa Wachtmeister.

Vanessa Wachtmeister has spent the last decade bouncing between China, Boston, Turkey, Germany, and London pursuing a career in tech while exploring over 50 countries. She is a travel tech professional, angel investor, and founder of the wealth & wanderlust platform, Wander Onwards.

We cover:

• How hard is it (really) for an American to move to Germany?

• The most surprising things about living in Germany.

• Cultural differences between Americans and Germans both in the workplace, family life and views on money

• Best things to do in Germany for first-timers.

Connect With Vanessa Wachtmeister:

Website: https://wanderonwards.co/

Instagram: @wanderonwards

Share your thoughts and topic suggestions for new episodes by leaving a voicemail.

Listen to these episodes next:

• Advance Your Teaching Career Overseas with Adrienne M. Waller - Episode 128

• Advantages and Disadvantages of Studying Abroad - Episode 27

Read My Books:

1. Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers

2. Traveling With a Full-Time Job

3. Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner

4. Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure

My Favorite Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers

• Thrifty Traveler for finding cheap flights. Use the promo code 'TC10' for $10 off your first year.

• CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.

• Dollar Flight Club get email alerts with flight deals leaving from your home airport.

• Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.

• Get Outdoors 101 the course by Olivia Christine teaches how to confidently plan outdoor adventures so you can unplug and de-stress. For $50 OFF use the promo code 'ThoughtCard50.'

• Knack Bag for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.

My Favorite Resources For Entrepreneurs

• Grantable an AI grant-writing tool to save you time writing winning grant applications.

• Grants For Creators a monthly newsletter sharing grants and other funding opportunities for U.S. creatives, small business owners, and founders.

• iFindYouClose a membership sharing weekly speaking opportunities, so you find the perfect stage for your signature talk.

• Email Marketing Club a membership where you receive email templates every week that help you connect and convert your audience to paying customers.

• Podcasters Getting Paid for endless podcast monetization ideas by Michelle Jackson.

Work With Me:

Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

Follow on Twitter: @thethoughtcard

Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir

Looking to save money on summer travel?

From tracking flight prices to maximizing your rewards points, we've got all the travel savings tips you need right here!

Link to the full blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/save-money-on-summer-travel/

Read My Books:

1. We Are Financially Savvy Travelers (Pre-order available NOW)
2. Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers
3. Traveling With a Full-Time Job
4. Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner
5. Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure

My Favorite Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers

• Thrifty Traveler for finding cheap flights. Use the promo code 'TC10' for $10 off your first year.

• CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.

• Dollar Flight Club get email alerts with flight deals leaving from your home airport.

• Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.

• Get Outdoors 101 the course by Olivia Christine teaches how to confidently plan outdoor adventures so you can unplug and de-stress. For $50 OFF use the promo code 'ThoughtCard50.'

• Knack Bag for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.

My Favorite Resources For Entrepreneurs

• Grantable an AI grant-writing tool to save you time writing winning grant applications.

• Grants For Creators a monthly newsletter sharing grants and other funding opportunities for U.S. creatives, small business owners, and founders.

• iFindYouClose a membership sharing weekly speaking opportunities, so you find the perfect stage for your signature talk.

• Email Marketing Club a membership where you receive email templates every week that help you connect and convert your audience to paying customers.

• Podcasters Getting Paid for endless podcast monetization ideas by Michelle Jackson.

Work With Me:

Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

Follow on Twitter: @thethoughtcard

Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir

Sibu Szymanowska has been traveling around the world since 2005. For the last 3 years, she's adopted a digital nomad lifestyle, creating travel content encouraging others to go out and see the world. Sibu explains how to take advantage of free travel opportunities, what to look out for, and how these opportunities can lead to professional and personal development.

In this episode, we chat about:

• The most common free travel opportunities

• What's the catch, if there's any

• How to find free travel opportunities

Connect With Sibu Szymanowska:

Website: https://goglobalwithsibu.com/

Read the Book: How To Travel More: The Money Edition Workbook

Share your thoughts and topic suggestions for new episodes by leaving a voicemail.

Listen to these episodes:

• Going to College in Europe is More Affordable - Episode 81

• How To Start a Travel Fund and Why You Need One - Episode 2

Read My Books:

1. Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers

2. Traveling With a Full-Time Job

3. Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner

4. Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure

My Favorite Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers

• Thrifty Traveler for finding cheap flights. Use the promo code 'TC10' for $10 off your first year.

• CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.

• Dollar Flight Club get email alerts with flight deals leaving from your home airport.

• Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.

• Get Outdoors 101 the course by Olivia Christine teaches how to confidently plan outdoor adventures so you can unplug and de-stress. For $50 OFF use the promo code 'ThoughtCard50.'

• Knack Bag for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.

My Favorite Resources For Entrepreneurs

• Grantable an AI grant-writing tool to save you time writing winning grant applications.

• Grants For Creators a monthly newsletter sharing grants and other funding opportunities for U.S. creatives, small business owners, and founders.

• iFindYouClose a membership sharing weekly speaking opportunities, so you find the perfect stage for your signature talk.

• Email Marketing Club a membership where you receive email templates every week that help you connect and convert your audience to paying customers.

• Podcasters Getting Paid for endless podcast monetization ideas by Michelle Jackson.

Work With Me:

Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

Follow on Twitter: @thethoughtcard

Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir

What is backpacking, and who is this lifestyle best suited for? Is it possible to travel around the world on $10 a day? Find out how Will Hatton, The Broke Backpacker, traveled around the world on a budget of $10 a day for over a decade.

In this episode, we chat about:

• How backpacking helped Will grow as a person

• The key differences between backpacking and flashpacking

• Mistakes killing your backpacking budget

• Is it really possible to travel for only $10, if so, how?

Connect With Will Hatton:

Website: www.thebrokebackpacker.com

Read Book: How To Travel the World On $10 a Day

Listen to these episodes:

• Planning Your First Backpacking Solo Trip With Gemma Thompson - Episode 91

• Powerful Money Saving Travel Tips with Matthew Kepnes - Episode 195

• Digital Nomad Lifestyle Pros and Cons with Tom Blake - Episode 84

• How To Start a Travel Fund and Why You Need One - Episode 2

Read My Books:

1. Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers

2. Traveling With a Full-Time Job

3. Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner

4. Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure

My Favorite Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers

• CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.

• Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.

• Knack Bag for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel, or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.

Work With Me:

Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.

Follow on Twitter: @thethoughtcard

Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir