Travel Resources
Here’s everything I use as a full-time traveler to make my solo trips abroad less stressful.
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Flights + Points
Get the most from your travels by optimizing flights and points!
Save up to 40-90% off flights with a premium membership to Going.
Worth signing up if you’re flying from the US and travel multiple times a year.
The credit card that I use to book all my flights.
2x travel miles + 75,000 bonus miles if you spend $4k within first 3 months.
Gives you access independent airport lounges worldwide.
I use it for wifi and workspaces, to save money on food, and sometimes even to shower.
Accommodations
Platforms I use regularly to book hotels, homestays, and full-service accommodations.
By far one of the most extensive hotel platforms with over 28 million listings worldwide.
Best for accommodations across Asia.
I love that you can find some really great last-minute deals on this platform.
The world’s leading marketplace for vacation rentals.
I prefer private homes for extended stays because you get access to amenities that aren’t found with traditional hotels.
Guided Tours
My favorite way to learn more about a culture and access destinations that require more intensive logistical coordination.
In-depth cultural tours from guides who really know what they’re talking about.
Every experience I’ve booked through this platform has been positive thus far.
One of the most comprehensive networks for travel experiences and tours. From tours of the Louvre to visiting an incense village in Hanoi, they have it all!
Probably the largest travel experience platform out there.
I use it to look up honest reviews and discern between different tour options.
This Hong Kong-based platform is one of my favorites for booking experiences across Asia.
Great for cheap deals on more than just tour experiences.
Taiwan-based platform that offers quirky and unique tours from locals who know best.
Most offerings are based in Asia but you can find select experiences in Europe and the US as well.
Travel Essentials
Tools that ensure a safe and logistically-sound trip.
Provides travel insurance for millions of global travelers in over 175 countries.
Offers some of the cheapest ESIMs on the market with plans available in most countries.
Unlimited data through an ESIM! Essential for work!
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