Up until mid-2020, I lived in Valencia, Spain with my wife, son, and dog, having relocated from Oakland, CA in 2018. This is part of a series aimed at helping future and would-be expats make the same life decision. My first post focused on whether the expat life is for you. They say America is […]
Travel & Travel Rewards
How To Earn Travel Rewards On A Business Trip
Even though your company is paying the bill, you get to keep the points. Maximizing your travel rewards on company business trips will help you earn free travel for yourself. Learn how to earn free trips off of work travel.
Living Abroad: 5 Things I Love and Hate About Living in Valencia, Spain
Living abroad comes with its benefits and its challenges. As an expat living abroad, there are an infinite number of places you can move. My choice of Valencia, Spain has come with things I love and things I hate. Learn more about this growing expat haven.
How to be a Financially Savvy Traveler: An Interview with Danielle Desir
You can still be financially savvy and travel around the world. Danielle Desir has traveled to over 24 countries while continuing to build wealth and explains how she does it in this interview.
Living Abroad: Is Taking a Break Abroad Right For You?
I write this as the Spanish sun lands on my skin. Yes, I moved abroad. But, is a change of scenery and break in another country right for you? I’ll discuss some of the benefits and negatives of living abroad so you can make the decision for yourself.
Bali & Thailand: Creating a Romantic Getaway with Travel Points
It was 2015, and we needed a break. My wife and I had been married for a few years and enjoying our new life together in California. We got new jobs in 2014, which meant more money, but also a lot more time at work and a lot more saving. I couldn’t tell you exactly […]
5 Things to Look for in a Travel Rewards Credit Card
What if I told you that you could travel for free? Would you be interested? Well, travel rewards credit cards have helped me travel for little to nothing and I want you to achieve the same. Just last year I used the points associated with my American Express Everyday Rewards credit card to pay for […]
4 Steps to Fly for Free Using Travel Rewards
Travelling can be a great way to experience the world and different cultures, take some time off from work or simply to just get away from it all and enjoy some R&R. Unfortunately…travel can also be pretty expensive. Thankfully, that’s where I come in. Read on to find out how you can earn travel rewards and fly for free to anywhere in the world.
Using Airbnb to Pay For Your Vacation
Did you know you can earn money on Airbnb while you go on vacation? Renting your home while you are away is an easy way to pay for your entire vacation and help someone out at the same time.