Travel Resources
Travel Insurances
Prepare for the worst and make sure to buy travel insurance before you leave. Although, you should note that you can also buy insurance after departure if needed. Find more information on the best travel insurances available below.
Genki
Affordable worldwide travel health insurance from €35.70/month. You can get a monthly subscription and cancel anytime.
SafetyWing
Get travel insurance for as little as $45.08/month. They have an automatic monthly payment which is great if you’re traveling long-term.
Heymondo
Get tailor-made travel insurance for short and long-term travels with great value for your money.
Alternatively, if you have a Premium or Metal account on Revolut, you can get access to a range of travel insurance benefits. These include medical emergency coverage, trip cancellation and interruption due to pandemic or epidemic illness, lost or delayed baggage protection, winter sports cover, and extended travel liability.
Travel Essentials
Here are some travel resources we recommend when it comes to visas and Internet abroad.
iVisa
Airalo
Buy an eSIM for your travels. Airalo offers data packs for 190+ countries and regions.
Holafly
Buy an eSIM for your travels. Holafly offers unlimited and regular data packs in 160+ countries.
Yesim
Itinerary Planner
Use an application to make sure you get the most out of your trip.
Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a round-the-world adventure, an itinerary planner can help you organize your travels.
RoamingDuck.com
An application specifically designed for every step of the travel planning process.
Accommodation
Here are some options when it comes to booking accommodation. You can compare prices on different platforms to get the best deals.
Hostelworld
If you’re looking for the best hostels, Hostelworld is the place for you. With hundreds of reviews from previous guests, you can be sure to find the perfect hostel.
Booking.com
Book your hotel, hostel, apartment and more for your next adventure. Booking.com has great deals so you’ll find good prices. Browse their options based on your destination or by property type.
Agoda
Book your accommodation on Agoda. (Hostels, resorts, apartments, and more!) Agoda is one of the best options for accommodation in Asia.
Flights
When it comes to booking flights, Skyscanner is pretty solid.
Skyscanner
Browse flights on Skyscanner to find deals.
Google Flights
Browse flights on Google Flights (the most accurate pricing in my opinion).
Secret Flight Club
Save up to 81% off flight deals and join 100,000+ members who travel the world for less.
Transportation
Here are some options for booking car rentals, buses, ferries, or trains. You can compare prices on different platforms to get the best deals.
DiscoverCars.com
Search and compare your options for car rentals.
Omio
Book your bus and ferry tickets around the world.
Busbud
Book bus tickets in Europe, America, and more!
12Go
Book bus tickets in Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and more!
Want to drive in Europe? Learn how to drive confidently abroad with Tripiamo.
Tripiamo
Tripiamo offers tourists comprehensive driving guides to help you drive confidently in Europe.
Activities & Day Trips
Here are some options when it comes to booking day trips and fun tours. You can compare prices on different platforms to get the best deals.
You can also take a look at loveholidays, a growing travel agency in the UK!
Klook
Book tours and travel experiences in Asia.
GetYourGuide
Book skip-the-line tickets, tours, and experiences anywhere in the world.
Viator
Book transfers, tours, and activities in advance.
Digital Nomad & Blogging Resources
Thinking of starting your own travel blog? Here are some resources that I also use.
When it comes to finding a domain and hosting – Bluehost and Siteground are the cheapest options out there. To start your blog, it does the job just fine! I personally use Bluehost. The other popular option would be Siteground.
My web design is a drag and drop template by Elegant Themes. I use Divi.
If you’re thinking about becoming a digital nomad – make sure to head to my digital nomad blog and learn how to become a nomad.
You can also enroll in my SEO course if you wish to learn how to get more views on your blog.
Disclaimer: Some of these links may be affiliate links. I will earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Cheers.
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