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Would you like to learn the art of full-time financially sustainable travel? You’ve come to the right place! Before you delve into these awesome Travel Resources, check out my FREE extensive e-course, which will give you all the tips, advice, and ideas you need to get started on your own long-term\/full-time travel adventure:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Travel Full-Time in a Financially Sustainable Way<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n


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How to Get Free Accommodation Around the World<\/strong><\/a> covers the five modalities of free accommodation: Volunteering, Couch Surfing, House-Sitting, Home Exchanges, and even Living on Boats. 
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Tales of Trains: Where the Journey is the Destination<\/strong><\/a> is a 180-page narrative about what it\u2019s like to do some of the world\u2019s most epic long-distance train rides, including the Indian Pacific<\/a> and The Ghan in Australia, The Trans-Siberian from Moscow to Beijing, the world\u2019s fastest train, and a whole host of much (much) slower trains as well. It covers over 42,000 kilometres of train travel through 11 countries, in 44 days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Here’s a collection of travel resources articles I’ve written (on this site and others) that should inspire, assist, and motivate you in making your own travel plans. Visit this page regularly, as I’ll keep adding new travel resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If there’s something specific you’re looking for, go to the sidebar and scroll down to the Search and Categories sections. If you can’t find it there, click on the Contact page and send me a note – I’ll point you in the right direction! <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy, and bon voyage!

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REMOTE WORK<\/a>, and my Awesome Travel & Remote Working Interview Series<\/a><\/strong> (new to the site in 2021 is a section about remote work with resources and tips, as well as an interview series where I speak with ordinary people who have extraordinary travel lifestyles and remote careers)<\/em>

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TRAVEL PLANNING<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Getting Started<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

How I Became The Professional Hobo (Part I: The Dream, The Decision)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How I Became The Professional Hobo (Part II: The Logistics)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things To Do Before Traveling Abroad: A Simple Guide to Visas, Documents, and Other Important Things<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel Vaccinations: How to Decide if You Should Get Vaccinated<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Manage Your Money: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Planning for Travelers<\/a> – <\/strong>with advice on how to assess your financial situation before traveling, how to organize your finances before you hit the road, handling debt, and much more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virtual Mailbox: The Easy Way to Get Mail When You Travel<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cell Phone Travel Basics: International Phone Plans, SIM Cards, and More<\/strong><\/a>

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Travel Hacking Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

All my long-haul flights are in business class, for less than the price of an equivalent economy ticket. Here’s how I do it: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Use Frequent Flyer Miles Effectively<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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If you want to get started travel hacking or you are looking to make it easier to manage your travel credit cards, I recommend Travel Freely<\/a>. It’s the easy way to earn free travel by using your credit cards intelligently.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n


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Trip Planning Tools and Ideas <\/strong> <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Creative Guide to Getting Free or Cheap Accommodation Around the World<\/strong><\/a> – Including house-sitting, volunteering, living on boats, home exchanges, and much (much!) more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Travel Websites: Super-Useful Sites You’ll Use All the Time<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

25 of the Best (Must Have) Travel Apps<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Travel On A Budget: 14 Creative Tips That No One Talks About<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

46 Hidden Travel Costs You Can Avoid To Save Money<\/strong><\/a> (like airline fees, hotel fees, & more)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travel Security: How To Keep Your Finances, Data, & Identity Safe On The Road<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Complete & Easy Guide to Insurance for Travelers<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Booking Accommodation<\/strong> – I don’t always get accommodation for free. When I have to pay for it, I use Booking.com to search, reserve, and pay for my accommodation. It’s easy to search, there’s a massive range of properties available, and in many cases I don’t need to pay in advance. Once I used the service a few times, I unlocked “Genius Perks” which gets me discounts, perks, and more! <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Recommended Travel Gear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Ultimate Packing List for Full-Time Travel<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Best Packing Tools & Tips to Revolutionize Your Packing Strategies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Best Carry-On Backpack for One Bag Travel<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Checked vs. Carry-On Luggage (and How to Decide What You Nee<\/a><\/strong>d)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Luggage for Long-Term Travel: Backpacks vs Rolling Luggage<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

My Search for the Perfect Travel Sandal<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

My Travel Capsule Wardrobe: Best Wrinkle-Free Travel Clothes for Women<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Travel Clothes for Men, No Matter Where You’re Traveling<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you like Travel Gear as much as I do? I review a whole bunch of travel products and services every year. Learn about the best of the best here<\/a><\/strong>! <\/p>\n\n\n

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Don’t forget to sign up for a VPN service! Essential for connecting to any WiFi networks when you travel – AND at home! I use and endorse NordVPN<\/a><\/strong>. And at a couple of bucks a month for their 2 or 3-year plans, they’re among the cheapest. I encourage you to sign up too!

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ON THE ROAD<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Staying Healthy While Traveling \u2013 Natural Preventions and Cures<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ultimate Guide To Traveling with Money<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t forget travel insurance! I always have it. I use either Safety Wing<\/a> or Genki<\/a> for long trips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about best travel insurance for long-term travel and remote workers here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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