The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips & Vacation Planning For Financially Savvy Travelers

Quitting your job to travel the world sounds unrealistic… maybe even irresponsible. But what if it’s actually one of the most intentional financial decisions you can make?Kesi Irvin walked away from a high-powered finance career in New York City after saving for two years to fund her dream of traveling the world.What started as a round-the-world trip turned into more than a decade of long-term travel across 84 countries and completely reimagined her way of living, working, and earning.We break down what it really takes to plan a round-the-world trip, including how much money you actually need, how to build a travel fund, and how to make money while traveling once your savings run out.If you’ve ever wondered whether long-term travel is financially possible, this episode will show you how to start designing your own path.Connect with Kesi IrvinWebsite: https://www.kesitoandfro.com/Follow on Instagram: @kesitoandfro (Link: https://www.instagram.com/kesitoandfro)Other Episodes You’ll Love How To Plan an Adult Gap Year with Stephanie Perry - Episode 49Is Budget Travel Still Possible? What You Need to Know To Travel on $75 a Day - Episode 195Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett Website: www.thoughtcard.comNewsletter: ​​https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/Instagram: @thedaniellecorbettWork With Me:Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.Resources & Recommendations: ➡️ Sign up for a high-yield savings account with Ally Bank➡️ Sign up for Rakuten and earn cash back on purchases➡️ Earn points by snapping photos of receipts with Fetch➡️ Have multiple credit cards? Pick the right credit card to use to maximize points and miles with CardPointersSupport the Show Directly:Leave a review in your podcast app - it helps other listeners discover the show. Share this episode with family and friends who want to travel around the world for a year or long-term.Mentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. Voyascape Podcast NetworkCheck out the Smart Travel PodcastThis week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:Smart Travel Podcast

Today, we’re heading to the rugged and breathtaking coastline of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, one of the best places in the world to experience whale watching up close.Joining us is Shawna Prince, environmental scientist and co-owner of Sea of Whales Adventures. With decades of experience studying marine wildlife and guiding whale watching tours, Shawna shares what makes this region so special for first-time visitors.Read Newfoundland Travel Guide: https://thoughtcard.com/newfoundland-travel-guide/In this Newfoundland travel guide, we explore the best times and places to visit Newfoundland and Labrador, and how you can explore responsibly while supporting marine conservation.Connect with Shawna PrinceWebsite: https://seaofwhales.com/Follow on Instagram: @seaofwhalesnl (Link: https://www.instagram.com/seaofwhalesnl/)Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seaofwhalesnlOther Episodes You’ll Love Indigenous Attractions in Saskatchewan, Canada - Episode 174Places in Manitoba To Discover Indigenous Culture and Visual Art - Episode 175Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett Website: www.thoughtcard.comNewsletter: ​​https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/Instagram: @thedaniellecorbettWork With Me:Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.Resources & Recommendations: ➡️ Sign up for a high-yield savings account with Ally Bank➡️ Sign up for Rakuten and earn cash back on purchases➡️ Earn points by snapping photos of receipts with Fetch➡️ Have multiple credit cards? Pick the right credit card to use to maximize points and miles with CardPointersSupport the Show Directly:Leave a review in your podcast app - it helps other listeners discover the show. Share this episode with family and friends who want to explore Canada!Mentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. Voyascape Podcast NetworkCheck out the Smart Travel PodcastThis week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:Smart Travel Podcast

Ever dreamed of packing your bags and moving abroad but worried about how you’d make a living?Kiersten Brown did just that. At 27, she left California to move to Panama. She later found a program to teach in Spain, expecting to teach English. But when she found herself struggling financially, she pivoted—building a successful freelance writing career from scratch.Kiersten shares what life in Spain is really like, the biggest cultural and financial adjustments, and how she overcame income instability as an expat freelancer. Plus, dive deep on important topics like cost of living and whether Spain is actually a good place for remote workers.Thinking about freelancing abroad? You won’t want to miss this. Let’s dive in!Resources So You’re Inspired, Now What? A Guide For Women of Color on How To Use Inspiration To Create a Life You Love (book on Amazon)Connect with Kiersten Brown Website: https://www.kikimarieb.com/Follow on Instagram: @kikimarieb15 (Link: https://www.instagram.com/kikimarieb15)Follow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kierstenbrown101Other Episodes You’ll Love Moving to Argentina: How Laura Marks Transformed Her Career and Lifestyle As a Digital Nomad - Episode 181How To Break Into Freelance Writing with Terri Huggins Hart - Episode 20Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett Website: www.thoughtcard.comNewsletter: ​​https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/Instagram: @thedaniellecorbettWork With Me:Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.Resources & Recommendations: ➡️ Sign up for a high-yield savings account with Ally Bank➡️ Sign up for Rakuten and earn cash back on purchases➡️ Earn points by snapping photos of receipts with Fetch➡️ Have multiple credit cards? Pick the right credit card to use to maximize points and miles with CardPointersSupport the Show Directly:Leave a review in your podcast app. It helps other listeners discover the show. Share this episode with family and friends who want to save more moneyMentioned in this episode:Check out the Smart Travel PodcastThis week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:Smart Travel PodcastCheck out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. Voyascape Podcast Network

Most people think savings challenges are designed to help you save money.But what if the real benefit isn’t the money at all?Savings challenges can spark something even more powerful. Because when you successfully complete a savings challenge, you begin to see yourself differently: as someone who follows through, saves consistently, and plans for the future.Today, Deahna Joi from BudgetsByJoi.com joins us for a rich conversation about savings challenges, what they reveal about our relationship with money, and how they can be the first step toward building financial habits that last.Read blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/beginner-saving-challenges/Connect with Deahna Joi:Website: https://www.budgetsbyjoi.com/Follow on Instagram: budgetsbyjoi (Link: https://www.instagram.com/budgetsbyjoi )Other Episodes You’ll Love 5 Ways To Automate Your Finances - Episode 211Why You Need a Vacation Savings System - Episode 203How To Spot Financial Trauma and Start Health with Rahkim Sabree - Episode 207Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett Website: www.thoughtcard.comNewsletter: ​​https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/Instagram: @thedaniellecorbettWork With Me:Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.Resources & Recommendations: ➡️ Sign up for a high-yield savings account with Ally Bank➡️ Sign up for Rakuten and earn cash back on purchases➡️ Earn points by snapping photos of receipts with Fetch➡️ Have multiple credit cards? Pick the right credit card to use to maximize points and miles with CardPointersSupport the Show Directly:Leave a review in your podcast app—it helps other listeners discover the showShare this episode with family and friends who want to save more moneyMentioned in this episode:Check out the Smart Travel PodcastThis week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:Smart Travel PodcastCheck out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. Voyascape Podcast Network

There are so many incredible places to visit on a honeymoon. Sara Margulis, CEO and co-founder of Honeyfund, shares trending honeymoon destinations worldwide, including countries in Europe, Asia, and even the United States. Listen to the full episode here: https://thoughtcard.com/crowdfund-dream-honeymoon-honeyfund/ In Episode 187, Sara Margulis shares why more newlyweds are favoring cash gifts over traditional wedding gifts and how Honeyfund helps newlyweds fund unforgettable honeymoon experiences. Honeyfund is a gift registry that makes your dream honeymoon come true with the help of friends and family. Made for couples who prioritize experiences over toasters.Mentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. Voyascape Podcast NetworkCheck out the Smart Travel PodcastThis week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:Smart Travel Podcast