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How to Travel Cheap: A Complete Guide to Saving Money While Traveling

By Shalee Wanders | Apr 26, 2021

How to Travel Cheap: A Complete Guide to Budget Travel in 2024 Updated: February 15th, 2024 If I hadn’t learned how to travel cheaply, my travel resume would be nonexistent. I never would’ve started this blog. I never would have this career. There is a fine line between not being able to afford to travel…

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What to Wear Hiking? The Best Affordable Hiking Gear for Every Season

By Shalee Wanders | Jun 25, 2020

What to Wear Hiking: The Best Affordable Hiking Gear for Every Season June 25, 2020 I’m very straightforward when it comes to outdoor gear. I don’t spend hundreds of dollars on brand name equipment from expensive apparel companies. I buy items because they work, they last, and they are efficient. Over the years, I’ve finally…

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The Most Overrated Places in The United States (And Where to Go Instead)

By Shalee Wanders | May 21, 2020

The Most Overrated Places in The United States (And Where to Go Instead) May 21, 2020 1. Gatlinburg, Tennessee  Although beautifully situated in the Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg is everything a mountain vacation shouldn’t be. There, I said it. What visitors expect is a quiet cabin in the woods. However, often they get what looks more…

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Norway - Backpacking in Europe

By Shalee Wanders | Dec 18, 2019

The Best (And Worst) Countries for Backpacking in Europe December 15, 2019   Best: Norway  Although expensive, Norway’s flexible camping laws quickly offset higher costs for goods and services. More so, backpacking in Norway is completed with ease thanks to its robust train system that allows travelers to go travel from the southern coast up…

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I’m 26 and I’ve Traveled the World. Here’s How I Afford It.

By Shalee Wanders | Sep 17, 2019

I’m 26 and I’ve Traveled the World. Here’s How I Afford it. September 17, 2019 I’ve been to more countries than years I’ve been alive, which often ignites an interesting conversation that revolves around how I afford to travel at such a young age. Recently while back in my hometown, I ran into an old…

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Where Can I Camp For Free in The United States?

By Shalee Wanders | Jan 5, 2019

Where Can I Camp For Free in The United States? 2022 Edition WHERE TO CAMP FOR FREE IN THE UNITED STATES 2022 Free camping is a major win for many reasons. First, it’s free. Second, most of the time you are dispersed and separated from other campers. Sometimes you can be the only one for…

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Europe on a Budget: Slovenia

Six Travel Hacks to Extend Your Dollar in Europe

By Shalee Wanders | Aug 24, 2018

SIX TRAVEL HACKS TO EXTEND YOUR DOLLAR IN EUROPE   I’ve heard it time and time again. Travelers spending anywhere from $2,000 to upwards of $25,000 for a ten-day jaunt through Europe. The thought of traveling overseas automatically means spending thousands of dollars over the course of just a few days. Learning how to travel cheaply…

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Seven Places to Go When You’re Lost, Broke, and Ready for Adventure

By Shalee Wanders | Apr 12, 2018

Seven Places to Go When You’re Lost, Broke, and Ready for Adventure   You’re at a crossroad in your life. Maybe it’s a failed relationship, a crappy job, or just a total “over it” outlook on life. You’re ready to go somewhere. You’re not rolling in dough, but you need to escape and figure sh*t…

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How I Snagged a $21 Flight to Australia

By Shalee Wanders | Dec 28, 2017

HOW I SNAGGED A $21 FLIGHT TO AUSTRALIA   I recently had you all guess where I snagged an international flight for $21 on Instagram. I received dozens and dozens of questions from you asking how it was possible once I revealed I was headed to Australia. Australia?! For $21? Aren’t they usually $3,000? Yes,…

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