Best Kept Secret to Becoming Richer

It's almost been a month since my Mexico trip to scout resorts and I'm already trying to figure out my next getaway. Reality is just not as fun, is it?! :)

There is a saying that goes something like, “Travel is the only thing you spend money on, that makes you richer.”  The trouble is most people spend too much time wondering if they can travel, when they should be wandering the planet instead! Travel has so many benefits including the fact it can improve your mental, physical, emotional and even your spiritual health.

Are you curious if you can travel more? Today, we’ll explore exactly how you can add more travel experiences to your life faster than you may have thought possible...

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Stop Wondering and Start Wandering...

How to Travel More
The first thing people think of when it comes to traveling, is money. With that in mind, here are some money saving tips you can use to travel more:

• Start a travel fund
  Go to your bank and see if they offer vacation accounts. By starting a travel fund you can more easily save enough money for your dream destination. Every time you receive your paycheck, put a small portion of it in your travel fund. Do the same with rebates, tax refunds, bonuses, and surprise money. Out of sight, out of mind. And, in most cases you won’t even miss it.
  
  
• Begin with local escapes
  Instead of using a lot of money and time to travel somewhere that’s far away, opt for local vacations. Not only are they cheaper, but they will often hold you over until you can get to the bigger, flashier, popular destinations.
  
  
• Consider house swapping
  If you are travelling to a location where you have friends and relatives, do a house swap with them. This not only means you’ll get free accommodation, but you’ll likely be able to save money on eating at restaurants too by cooking in their kitchen.
  
  
• Travel in the off seasons and book as early as possible 
  It’s generally cheaper to travel in the off seasons, as travel vendors offer lower rates to attract tourists. And, because they want to book every room and opening as quickly as possible, travel vendors will often give discounts if you book in advance.
  
  

How to Travel More With Time Constraints
With our daily careers and work life, some people find it very difficult to set time aside for travelling. However, you can still travel more by:

• Mixing business with pleasure
  If you are going away for a business trip, ask to take a couple of days before or after to explore the destination you’re heading to. Volunteer to go on any and all business trips that are available. Not only do these often come with airfare and hotel included, some companies will even give you an expense account for eating and entertainment in your off hours.
  
  
• Find creative ways of traveling within your job
  If your job doesn’t involve much in the way of travel, you can still find ways to travel for work. For example, if you want a new place to explore and your company has offices in different locations, ask for a transfer. Or, if there are industry-related training and conferences, request to attend them so you can travel to new places. This could show your boss you’re trying to enhance your skills at work. The travel is a bonus!
  
  
• Switch to part-time hours or a four-day work week
  Having less hours, or less days you are expected to be at the office could be just what you need to get more travel time.
  
  
• Make a career of travel
  One of the reasons I become a travel agent. I love to travel and share the world with everyone. You might be good at being an agent too. Additional careers related to travel include travel writing, landscape photography, and influencer marketing.
  
  

Once you start opening your mind to new ways to travel, the possibilities are endless. Isn’t it time you stopped wondering about all the places you want to travel? Let Destinations HD help you start wandering instead! Call us at (913) 244-9195, and we’ll create the perfect itinerary for you.

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