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Easy Ways to Make Traveling Cheaper

By Shalee Wanders | Mar 8, 2026

Easy Ways to Make Traveling Cheaper March 8th, 2026  Travel is often seen as a luxury, but it doesn’t have to drain your bank account. Over the years, I’ve learned that saving money while traveling usually comes down to a handful of simple decisions made before and during your trip. A few small adjustments to…

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How Many Airline Miles Does it Take to Fly Around the World?

By Shalee Wanders | Jan 19, 2026

How Many Airline Miles Does it Take to Fly Around the World? January 19th, 2026 A few years ago, my husband mentioned taking time off work to finish a mountaineering list he had been working on that would require a bit of commitment and time. Since he would already be quitting his job, I mentioned…

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How to Visit The Maldives on a Budget

By Shalee Wanders | Jan 3, 2026

How to Visit The Maldives on a Budget January 1st, 2026 Visiting the Maldives is often the top of many bucket lists. When you see photos and videos online, it’s easy to see why. The pristine white-sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise water, and speckled private islands are the definition of paradise.  When I started traveling,…

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How to Travel in Your 20s (Without Going into Debt)

How to Travel in Your 20s (Without Going into Debt)

By Shalee Wanders | May 7, 2025

How to Travel in Your 20s (Without Going Into Debt) May 7th, 2025  When I turned 20, traveling was a faraway dream that seemed impossible, made worse by the start of social media platforms like Instagram, where I would constantly watch other people live my dream. I was working at the Midwest department store Meijer…

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How to Make Money While Traveling

By Shalee Wanders | Mar 1, 2025

Travel With Me! Discover trips to New Zealand, Maldives, Europe and More in 2025 & 2026. Explore here How to Make Money While Traveling March 1, 2025 I have been working and making money while traveling since 2017, and I’ve done all kinds of juggling with jobs along the way. From working remotely and taking…

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Best Apps for Travel in 2024

By Shalee Wanders | Jan 20, 2024

Travel With Me! Discover trips to Iceland, Patagonia, and Thailand in 2024 & 2025. Explore here Best Travel Apps in 2024 January 20, 2024 A decade into travel and I still find myself learning new track tips and hacks all the time! This year’s round-up for best apps for travel in 2024 comes from a…

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How to Prepare for a Long Flight

By Shalee Wanders | Aug 8, 2023

Travel With Me! Discover trips to Yellowstone, Iceland, Patagonia, and Thailand in 2024 & 2025. Explore here How to Prepare for a Long Flight August 8th, 2023 I love traveling but hate flying.  When I first started flying long distances, I bought the most budget-friendly seats possible. This means I’ve had a lot of uncomfortable…

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Where is The Best Place to Exchange Currency For a Trip?

By Shalee Wanders | May 30, 2023

Where is The Best Place to Exchange Money for a Trip? June 30th, 2023 Planning for a trip abroad can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time. Even after 40 countries, I still get overwhelmed the night before a trip! There’s the worry of packing, not forgetting anything, catching your flight, etc. However, I…

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United Airlines Vs. American Airlines

United Airlines Vs. American Airlines Vs. Delta Airlines Mileage Programs

By Shalee Wanders | Feb 26, 2023

United Airlines Vs. American Airlines Vs. Delta Airlines Mileage Programs February 26th, 2023 United Airlines Vs. American Airlines Vs. Delta Airlines Mileage Programs I joined my first airline mileage program at 18. At the time, I hoped to have enough miles on one airline for a round-trip flight by the time I was 50. At…

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