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Booking Tickets Directly Through Airlines vs. Third Party Platforms in 2022

By Shalee Wanders | Oct 14, 2022

Booking Tickets Directly Through Airlines vs. Third Party Platforms in 2022 October 14, 2022 I’ve recommended third-party platforms on my blog many times in the past. As a budget traveler for many years, third-party airline booking options and deals were one of the main ways I could afford to travel.  Today, one of the biggest…

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How to Rent a Forest Service Cabin

By Shalee Wanders | Jun 12, 2022

How to Rent a Forest Service Cabin June 12, 2022 Did you know you can easily rent forest service cabins around the United States? When they are not in use by rangers, the department rents them out on a nightly basis to anyone willing to book.  The best part? They’re cheap! Most range between $35-75/night…

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How to Book Cheap Flights in 2022

By Shalee Wanders | Feb 4, 2022

How to Book Cheap Flights in 2022 February 4, 2022 How to Book Cheap Flights From Someone Who Has Never Paid More Than $650 For Flights Around The World. I’ve said it in a recent post and I’ll repeat it – besides my first trip to Australia before I knew about travel hacking, I’ve never…

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Are Airline Credit Cards Worth It? United Airline Miles vs. American Airlines Miles

By Shalee Wanders | Dec 27, 2021

Travel With Me! Come with me to Mount Blanc August 8th- 15th, 2026! Click Here Are Airline Credit Cards Worth It? United Airline Miles vs. American Airlines Miles Updated: February 13th, 2024  Are Airlines Credit Cards Worth it? Besides my first flight to Australia (before I knew what I was doing), I’ve never paid over…

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Ultimate US Road Trip: 2 Week Itinerary with Travellers Autobarn Budget Van Rental

By Shalee Wanders | Nov 1, 2021

Ultimate US Road Trip: 2 Week Itinerary with Travellers Autobarn Budget Van Rental November 1, 2021 Sometimes the hardest part of a trip is knowing where to start. I get it. I do this for a living. Still, sitting down to plan a trip can be a bit overwhelming, and answering these three questions tends…

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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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