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Welcome to the Travel More Podcast. Each episode we share custom itineraries, travel hacks, expert advice and even stories of our past travel failures to help you level up your travel game. We’re here to bust through barriers that stop you from making your travel dreams a reality. So book that flight, buy the tickets, and say hello to your next adventure. This is the Travel More Podcast

Episodes

April 23, 2024 40 mins

You’ve got your wallet set up, and you’ve earned some points - so what’s next? Today Shelly and I share some of our favorite ways to redeem points, why you shouldn’t hoard points and how we decide on our next  co-branded card.

 In this episode, we cover:

  • How many points we currently have and some of our favorite ways to redeem
  • Why you shouldn’t hoard points 
  • How you can choose your next card once you have all the major players 
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This week we bring you round two of our Ugandan safari adventure!

Today's episode includes...

  • Chimp tracking
  • Gorilla trekking
  • Tree-climbing lions
  • Banana Gin!

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An African safari is a bucket list destination for many people and we could talk for hours, days, maybe even weeks about our trip to Uganda. Today we're just sticking to how we picked the country, what we experienced while we were there and what we would do differently. We're going to leave a future episode to discuss what to expect on African safaris in general. 

What we cover in today's podcast: 

  • Why Ug...
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This is part of our new series where we highlight “easy” weekend trips.  We’re part of the 9-5ers that are just looking to use our PTO in the best way possible. Weekend trips are a great way to start to get out there with minimal planning (because it's just a short trip). It's a great way to “get your feet wet” so to speak and work your way up to those bucket list getaways. Weekend getaways obviously vary on how easy or r...

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Have you ever begun budgeting for a trip and can’t figure out how much you SHOULD be spending on your hotel? What about activities? Food and drink? Travel budgeting can be stressful, especially when you don't have a solid benchmark for how much you should be spending to get the most out of your trip. Today we narrow this down for you - keep listening for our take on travel styles, and how knowing yours can make budgeting much ...

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Looking to go on your first couple’s trip together and not sure where to start? Or maybe all your vacation time has been used up on family trips with kids in tow, and it’s been forever since just the two of you have gone away? Whether a big, international trip or small weekend getaway is what your heart desires, we’ve got you covered. Today we discuss the most important aspects of couple trips, how to make sure both parties get a s...

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Today we dive into all the greatest travel tips we've stumbled upon in our years of domestic and international travel. Everything from updating your basic packing list to getting free upgrades- this is where we spill it all. 

Topics covered in today's episode: 

  • Flight hacks: Free extra seats, when to book, and more
  • Roadtrip tips: how to get where you need to go- fast
  • Hotels: Free upgrades, reconsidering hostels ...
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Drowning in travel hacking content and don’t know where to go next? Not sure if you want to open lots of credit cards and take classes to figure out how to use your points? Trying to buy a house or car soon and worried about the multiple credit checks on your score but still want to travel? We got you this week. Today we’re breaking down our yearly Travel Talk. Our #1 strategy for traveling more on a budget without the need for cre...

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Our year in review takes a turn into some tips and tricks on how to make your travel dreams a reality in 2024. 

We want to thank everyone who's been around for our first year of Travel More and we're so excited to keep it going in 2024. We'll be back the second week of January to bring you the new and updated, Travel Talk. 

Today we talk about

  • Where our travels have taken us in 2023
  • Why local trav...
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Don't be fooled into thinking all the travel deals happen in the shoulder seasons. While there are cheaper times to travel, you can still find some gems if you have to travel during the busy seasons. Here's a breakdown of how we spent Christmas in Porto, Portugal and Vigo, Spain for under $2000.

We used Going and got an alert for our flights
Our Marriott Account and Capital One Venture X paid for our hotels ...

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Half of the battle of planning travel is when you book it. Black Friday gives you the perfect excuse to book that 2024 travel, or even better- give the gift of travel this holiday season!

Some of the holiday deals we've found so far!
Get $25 off Going
Virgin Voyages
Celebrity Cruises
Frontier All You Can Fly
TourRadar

For a full list of the deals we've found- sign up for our trav...

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Travel Hack Update 2023

If you think travel hacking takes years to payout with free flights, hotel nights and extra perks, think again! We’ve spent over 100 hours researching and testing travel hacks to bring you our first full year in review on today’s travel hack update. 

Full disclosure: we started really looking into travel hacking in May of 2022, but it does take a while to hit bonuses, find new cards, etc., so 2023 is our first...

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October 24, 2023 29 mins

Love spooky season and want to cap the occasion with a trip where people know how to celebrate? Today we break down where you should plan next year’s Halloween adventure and we reveal our #1 Halloween event that has become an annual tradition for us and our friends!

Where to Visit for Halloween in the US

We’re not going to get into international destinations because if you’re like us, its just not an easy time to travel. Where this m...

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Planning your next trip and not sure where to go? Hearing horror stories about overcrowded tourist destinations, high prices and low availability? We’ve got a better idea! Today we’re starting our exploration of underrated destinations to consider for your next trip.  A foodie paradise meets soulful history in today’s episode of underrated destinations.

Some of the reasons we love Memphis: 

  • The Food- you know it as a BBQ capital ...
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Camping - loved by some for the fresh air, the night sky and closeness to nature. Hated by those who would rather not sleep among the bugs, be away from their beds and have to forgo a hot shower. But there’s more to this accommodation option than what the stereotypes tell us - camping can be affordable, luxurious, unique and a solution for your future group trip. Camping is not one size fits all! Today we share why every traveler s...

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It's that time of year! The air is getting cooler, the days grow shorter, and the leaves turn their vibrant hues of oranges, yellows and reds. Fall. And what better place to experience the season than the states of New England? Today we share our local tips on where and when you should go, and what our favorite, must plan activities are for your fall adventures.

In today's episode we break down:

  • Where is the b...
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August 29, 2023 25 mins

Chapter 5- How to Spend Your Points 

You’ve mastered the lingo, built your wallet and got your intro bonus points, but how do you use them? Earning enough points may seem tough, but finding quality redemptions can be just as tricky. Fortunately, there are a few tools to make this easier! 

In today’s episode of Travel More, we talk about… 

  • How to redeem credit card points  for free travel
  • How to get the best redemption rates using f...
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Don’t let language barriers hold you back: Our favorite language learning apps

Does the thought of speaking in a new language fill you with dread, and maybe even stop you from booking that trip you’ve always wanted to take? Learning a new language can be daunting - but there are so many tools today to help you navigate a new place with ease. Traveling prepared with some key phrases and tools will not only make your next trip less da...

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How to Earn Credit Card Points for Free Travel


So you have your wallet set up, you’ve got your main and supporting player cards, and you’ve mastered the basic travel hack lingo - now what? Today we break down four main ways to maximize your point earning potential and get one step closer to free travel.

If you aren’t sure where to start with travel credit cards- check this out first


I’m not going to lie to you- a l...

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Skip Airport Security: TSA Pre-Check Vs Global Entry

Do you ever find yourself wishing you had one more hour on vacation? Or do you travel with kids and dread waiting through the security line with them? Or maybe you’re like us and carry a lot of electronics traveling and hate unpacking and repacking them every time you arrive at the airport? We’ve got your solution. Here’s how to hack your way to the front of the security line for ...

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