Travel Smarter, Cheaper and Longer with Nomadic Matt

Partner Deals Long Angle: Join a free private community for high net worth investorsBilt Rewards: ⁠Earn the most valuable points when you pay rentQuince: Affordable luxury essentials with free shipping + 365 day returnsFabric: ⁠Affordable term life insurance for you and your familyMasterClass: ⁠Learn from the world's best with up to 15% offFor all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals#110: Travel expert and author Nomadic Matt (Matt Kepnes), joins Chris to reflect on their most unforgettable travel experiences and discuss the importance of staying flexible, embracing a slow travel philosophy, and living in the moment. Matt also offers insights on travel insurance, and shares his top picks for off-the-beaten-path travel destinations, must-have travel gear, and effective strategies for planning a budget-friendly trip.Matthew Kepnes (@nomadicmatt) is a bestselling author and and travel blogger. He is the founder and CEO of Nomadic Matt, a website dedicated to budget travel, and the author of several books, including the New York Times bestseller "How to Travel the World on $50 a Day."Full show notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/travel-nomadic-matt-kepnesPartner DealsPacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing creditsRocket Money: Easily cancel your unused subscriptionsAthletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packsInside Tracker: 20% off personalized wellness & nutrition plans backed by scienceMasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% offFor all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/dealsResources MentionedMatthew Kepnes: Website | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedinBooks: How to Travel the World on $50 a Day | Ten Years a Nomad: A Traveler's Journey HomeAll the Hacks: #108 Living a Happier Life, Saying No, and Prioritizing Goals with Derek SiversConnection Recommendations: Couchsurfing | Bumble BFF | Meetup.comCards/Points: Charles Schwab Bank Visa® Platinum Debit Card | American Express® Gold Card | Bilt Mastercard® | Point.me (First month for $1 with code HACKS) | Seat SpyTravel Insurance: Safety Wing | World Nomads | Insured Nomads | InsureMyTripMatt’s Destination Recommendations: Taiwan | Romania | Bulgaria | South Korea | Malaysia | Sri Lanka | Napal | Mexico: San Miguel de Allende, Oaxaca, Chiapa, Yucatan, Merida, Monterrey, Mexico CityParis Recommendation: Le dit vin  Full Show Notes(01:19) Biggest Travel Misconception(03:35) Evolution of the Travel Industry(07:15) Traveling Economically(09:17) Budget-Friendly Trip Planning Strategies(11:18) Travel as a Professional Career(12:32) Making Connections and Finding Experiences(13:52) Travel Resources(17:51) Memorable Travel Experiences(19:19) Dealing with Travel Burnout(21:34) Understanding Cultures, Customs, and Languages(23:10) Overcoming Communication Barriers(25:30) Finding Quality Tours(27:01) Must-Have Travel Gear(28:26) Managing Credit Cards, ATM Cards, and Identification(35:36) Travel Insurance(37:57) Dealing with Dangerous or Bad Experiences(40:43) Credit Card and Point Resources(42:40) Off-the-Beaten-Path Recommendations(44:42) Travel Mindset(47:22) Recommendations for Paris(47:55) Where to Find Matthew Kepnes OnlineConnect with All the HacksAll the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | EmailChris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedInEditor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.