Travel Resources We Recommend

Similar to AirBnB, this awesome search engine lets you find homes, apartments and even extravagant properties to book for amazing accommodations on your trip.  VRBO is perfect for groups that are looking for larger homes or more unique offerings like sleeping under the stars on a luxurious Yacht.   

Get your accommodations completely free when you sign up to be a house sitter during your travels.  This is a really awesome travel hack we use when money is tight but we still want to get away.   Look into this as an option if you are a budget travelers and want to cut travel expenses dramatically.

This is another popular hotel booking engine. It specializes in accommodations in Asia and should be a website you consider for guesthouses and hotels on that side of the globe. They have a  decent inventory size and have good rates.  A worthy option to check out when extremely price sensitive.  

If you are looking for the best hostel accommodation site then you've just found it. They have the largest inventory, best search interface, and highest availability out of any website. We use them for all our hostel bookings.  They are by far the biggest game in town for hostels. 

This website connect you with people to stay on their couches or spare rooms for free. It’s the perfect way to save money while meeting locals.  You'll learn a lot more about the place you're visiting while talking to the locals. We've used this dozens of times and the site also has groups where you can meet up for events.

Bid on hotels and save a lot more money than just by booking directly. This is one of our all-time favorites. When used along side the bidding site Better Bidding, you can substantially lower the cost of your hotels by as much as 60%. This is definitely something you should look into for more discounts.  

Whenever you plan a trip you need travel insurance.  We buy all our travel insurance from World Nomads. They have great customer service, low prices, and in-depth coverage. They also are highly recommended by Lonely Planet and National Geographic so you know they are good. Do not travel without making sure you're covered!

If you are headed to Europe for a trip and know you'll be taking a lot of trains, get a rail pass. These rail passes help you save hundreds of dollars every time you travel. The math just makes sense. The company Rail Europe is awesome for buying your train passes. They offer a wide variety and we highly recommend them for your trip.

If you're trekking around, you need a backpack and you need one that will last.  The Kawartha bags are of very high quality. Their products will last you a long time. Because the quality of their bags are so great, we purchase all our travel gear through them. Browse their inventory and make sure you have the gear you need. 

Everyone has their own guidebook preference. Trekeffect should always be your first go to for Travel guides from locals but Lonely Planet is still an awesome additional resource. Their guides put an emphasis on budget travel. Their books are well organized with more photos and better maps than before.

Get T-Mobile if you are a traveler and live in the United States. T-Mobile gives their users contract-free plans with free international data and text messaging in over 100 countries — plus all calls while in those countries are only 20 cents a minute which is a huge perk! Their global coverage is awesome. 

Eating home cooked meal with locals has never been easier. Locals post listings for dinner parties and specialty meals that you can sign up for.  How cool, right? There is a fee that you have to pay but this is a great way to do something different, pick a local’s brain, and make a new friend on your trip.

If you need to rent a vehicle on your trip then this is the easiest site to use.  EasyRentCars is an aggregator of the world's top car rental companies and has global coverage so that you can book your car rental in any location.  They also have the best deals!

Get from point A to point B the best and cheapest way possible. This site will break down bus, train, plane, or boat routes that can get you anywhere. It also breaks out the cost and is definitely one of the best transportation website out there!

This cruise aggregator searches the web for the cheapest cruises, and is sometimes even cheaper than a dinner at a nice restaurant. This may not be your typical cruising website but it is definitely a deal finder. Find deals for cruises like never before.  

Ever wanted to become a big-time writer, blogger or photographer? Guess what? We’ve got a travel blogging platform for anyone who wants to create a blog. In addition, we've partnered with industry experts to help you develop the skills you need to succeed in the online travel space. To top it all off, Trekeffect offers a variety of ways to make money. 

HostGator is the ultimate hosting company for bloggers who are just starting out. Not only are their prices cheap, but their servers are also extremely proficient. Furthermore, I utterly enjoy their customer service. As a matter of fact, we still host a few sites on them! For those who are looking for a reliable hosting company, we recommend them.

We've been using Convertkit to send emails to our readers for over a year. Their user interface is so easy to use, allowing you set up autoresponders, and create tags. To make things even better, they have a brilliant customer service! So, if you're looking for an email campaign tool that's easy to use, and pretty straight forward, go for ConvertKit. 

The best resource to learn everything you need to know about Affiliate Marketing. Their series of free video lessons is a great place to start for anyone getting into blogging for the first time.  This is an absolute must to build up the education you need to be successful.  

This platform allows you to either create and sell digital products to a huge network or promote other people’s products in exchange for a commission. Out of all of the affiliate networks out there, this should be the first one you join!

Having a good laptop is essential and we absolutely love the MacBook Pros.  Anywhere we travel in the world they are reliable and if you want to really take blogging seriously then you'll also need to have a quality computer. These things make our lives easy.

Start earning points by completing online surveys anytime and anywhere via PC, Laptop, Tablet, Cell Phone or Mobile App. After accumulating a certain amount of points, you can redeem them for items, including money for your PayPal account.

One of the easiest ways to start making money.  Read emails, take surveys online, play games, and go shopping! New users also receive $5 just for joining.  Companies want your feedback and in exchange for it, they are willing to pay you.  This program is really cool and a fun way to make money.  

Dreaming and planning on working on a cruise ship? Wandering Earl, the author, spent almost a decade working on cruise ships. His exceptional book will help you find jobs,  as well as learn the application process. Trust us, it’s the only book that puts the secrets of working on a cruise ship in one spot. 

Looking for a dynamic TEFL class? Why not check out I-to-I? Their online courses are not only cheaper than their competition, but they are also widely recognized. Plus, they will help you find a job. we highly recommend them over any other company if you're looking to get a TEFL to teach English overseas.

Get a match with up to three no-obligation business opportunities! This website is for anyone who wishes to become work-at-home entrepreneurs and learn step-by-step the easy-to-follow system and start earning today. Sign up to learn more and find new ways to make money.  

No matter what kind of home or room you have to share, Airbnb makes it simple and secure to host travelers and for you to start making money every month. You’re in full control of your availability, prices, house rules, and how you interact with guests.  Earn additional income today.