Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
“Let’s go somewhere together!” Going on a vacation with friends. Sounds like fun, right? Even if it’s just a trip for you and your bestie, there are some things you…
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Read MoreWritten by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
Visiting Disneyland or Walt Disney World is expensive. More and more people say it’s too expensive. However there are ways you can have a Disney vacation and not necessarily break the bank…or at least not break it too badly. Here are some s…
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Saving and planning for your financial future doesn’t have to be scary. Use these 5 tips to plan for your financial future
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Read MoreWritten by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
Way back when I thought my first visit to a country would be my last visit (because trips are expensive and I have so many places to go and yadda yadda yadda), I would try and spend every last cent, pence, franc or yen before I left for home. No sense …
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
If you love to travel, chances are you have a little something from most places you’ve visited, just to remind you of your trip. A T-shirt. A piece of jewelry. Rocks. What I lovingly call “paper poop” (tickets, receipts, etc.) Here ar…
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
If you’ve rented a car from Dollar or Thrifty in the state of Florida at any time since 2011, you may have some money coming to you. Here’s why and what to do about it… Background: With rare exception, what rental car companies charge…
Written by Adam @ Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog)
Spending money doesn’t have to be a challenge. Little changes to your lifestyle and habits can have a big effect
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Read MoreWritten by Jessie Festa @ Jessie on a Journey | Solo Female Travel Blog
Expat tax preparation doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, this guide for US citizens abroad makes filing with the IRS much easier. Read more.
Written by NomadicMatt @ Nomadic Matt's Travel Site
People want to know how I am able to travel so long. Did I win the lottery? But there is no real secret. The way to make your money last is to be smart and realistic about your budget, and to do your research. Here are 5 steps you can follow to make your money last while you’re on the road.
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Read MoreWritten by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
Happy weekend, y’all! And if you live in the U.S., happy Memorial Day weekend to you! Here’s a recap of what we wrote on YMMV this week. From great travel deals to what we’ve written to what others wrote that we really liked and wanted to share, it’s all here, in one convenient place! Travel … Continue reading “Places For Geeks to Visit, Comparing WDW’s Water Parks, A Control Freak’s Nightmare Vacation & More!”
Written by Sandra MacGregor @ Frugal Travel Guy
From tracking your credit score to how much you spend at Hudson News, these apps can help manage your finances for you.
Written by Stephan Segraves @ Stephan Segraves
The Associated Press is reporting that big changes are coming to the way credit scores are calculated. The changes would be for VantageScore, a company that handled 8 billion account applications and is the prime score used for credit card applications. Of note is the following: Using what’s known as trended data is the biggest […]
Written by Tim Winship @ SmarterTravel
Not everyone believes that taxes are as inevitable as death. In addition to the I-won’t-pay crowd, there’s the I-can’t-pay contingent, and the I-forgot-to-pay group. Whatever their reasons, they’re all considered delinquent taxpayers by the IRS. And that delinquency can now jeopardize their ability to fly. The rather obscure Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act, FAST for […]
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Read MoreWritten by Shannon McMahon @ SmarterTravel
There are plenty of helpful hacks that will let you see the world for less. But some budget travel rules are simply myths touted by businesses that benefit from them. Others are created by well-meaning travelers who mistook an exception for the norm. Here are 11 budget travel lies you should be wary of. Myths […]
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Read MoreWritten by Jamie Moore @ SmarterTravel
This year the world truly is your oyster. American travelers hoping to cash in on the strong U.S. dollar will find excellent value abroad. With the greenback at a 14-year high, your dollar will take you places you only dreamed of in 2016. We compared currency exchange trends, global travel price projections, and other travel […]
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Read MoreWritten by Shannon McMahon @ SmarterTravel
If you like the idea of using a travel agent to ensure you’re getting the best hotel deal, but hate the idea of contacting one and waiting for their search to end, SnapTravel may be the site you’ve been waiting for. It’s a half-bot, half-human hotel booking service that can secure some of the lowest […]
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Read MoreWritten by Tim Winship @ SmarterTravel
When Chase launched its Sapphire Reserve Visa card in August 2016, it was big news. The 100,000-point sign-up bonus for the card was one of the highest-ever such bonuses, for one of the best-ever travel rewards credit cards. But while the card itself was designed for the long term, that outsized bonus was never destined […]
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Read MoreWritten by Shannon McMahon @ SmarterTravel
It’s no secret that 2016 was a year of ups and downs—but one silver lining is the affordable travel possibilities it’s opened up for American travelers. Thanks to expanding air routes, a strong U.S. dollar, and tour companies catering to younger, more frugal tourists, the world is now more accessible than ever. Here are 10 dream trips […]
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Read MoreWritten by The Editors @ SmarterTravel
Give all your favorite travelers the gear and gadgets they want for their world adventures–trust us, they’ll find space in even the smallest carry-on to fit these! With presents starting at $2, there’s something for every holiday budget on this list. As you’re scrolling through the guide, remember: it’s okay to be selfish and treat […]
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Read MoreWritten by Jamie Ditaranto @ SmarterTravel
If you’ve ever traveled abroad without a data plan or a portable hotspot, you know how difficult it is to find free Wi-Fi. Many travelers plan their entire trips on their phones and computers, so it’s only natural that most people still rely on the Internet while traveling. Going online for directions and restaurant recommendations […]
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