Travel Tips

Maximize your travel savings and experiences with our favorite tips, tricks, and hacks. Whether you're a seasoned globetrotter or planning your first adventure, these resources will save you money before, during, and after your trip!

  • Travel Insurance – Don't leave home without it! SafetyWing offers super affordable travel insurance with straightforward pricing and flexible extensions—even if your trip is already underway. Protect yourself from unexpected medical expenses and travel mishaps while you explore the world.
🌟 Pro tip – Many health insurance plans (e.g., U.S., Canadian, European, etc.) don't cover you outside of your home country, so securing travel insurance is essential.
  • Hotel Discounts – Unlock unbeatable deals with Hotels.com. Create a free account to save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide. Plus, you can snag perks like free room upgrades—perfect for treating yourself wherever you travel.
Trai & Andy in Hot Air Balloon Flight over TeotihuacĂĄn Pyramids
Hot Air Balloon Flight over TeotihuacĂĄn Pyramids
  • Tours & Experiences – Book unforgettable local adventures with Viator. Whether it's s a thrilling Hot Air Balloon Flight soaring over the TeotihuacĂĄn Pyramids in Mexico City or relaxing Chicago River Architecture Tour, Viator makes exploring iconic landmarks a breeze.
  • Car Rental Deals – Hit the road with Discover Cars and find the best rental rates worldwide. Compare prices from top providers and score incredible discounts. Their inexpensive full coverage option gives us peace of mind, and free cancellations up to 48-hours before pickup ensure flexibility when plans change.
Our Favorite Travel Credit Card
Our Favorite Travel Credit Card
  • Travel Credit Card – Meet our #1 travel hack: the Chase Sapphire Reserve. This powerhouse card earns 3x points on travel, offers free Priority Pass lounge access (perfect for airport dining), and includes benefits like primary rental car insurance, trip interruption coverage, and no foreign transaction fees. Plus, you'll receive a $300 annual travel credit.
🌟 Pro tip – Redeem points for 50% more value through the Chase Travel Portal or transfer them to partner airlines and hotels for even more bang for your buck. Want 60,000 bonus points? Apply here to get started.
  • Foreign Exchange & Money Transfers – Save on foreign exchange and money transfers with Wise. Not only do we use it for sending money between our U.S. and Mexican bank accounts, but its fair rates and transparent fees make it a go-to for travelers everywhere.
  • e-SIM Cards – Stay connected abroad with Airalo. An e-SIM is the easiest way to avoid hefty roaming charges. Just download the app, purchase a local or regional data plan, and toggle between your plans with ease. We love the convenience!
  • Surfshark VPN – Safeguard your personal data when using public Wi-Fi and stream your favorite shows abroad with Surfshark VPN. This budget-friendly product lets you bypass content restrictions, avoid censorship, and secure unlimited devices with ease. Want even more protection? Upgrade to Surfshark One, a complete cybersecurity bundle that adds malware protection, account security monitoring, and advanced privacy tools—all in one simple app.
Universal International Travel Power Adapter - Two Gay Expats - Travel Essentials
Our Favorite International Travel Adapter
  • Travel Adapter – Don't get caught without power! We swear by this International Travel Adapter—it's durable, versatile, and even the one used by flight crews. To shop more of our favorite travel essentials, head over to our Amazon Storefront.
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