The UnPacking List #13: How to Radically Increase Your Travel Fund – Part 2

Posted by Brooke on Sep 24 2020

We’re continuing our conversation from last week’s episode where Emily and I discuss ways you can put more money into your travel fund!

This week, we’re touching on points number 5 and 6 – both of which are my favorites! Taking up a side hustle and learning to make more intentional purchases will easily make big changes to your money-saving efforts.

What You’ll Learn

Ideas for easy and profitable side hustles.
The difference between intentional and regrettable purchases.
How to discover your “latte factor”.
Three questions to ask yourself before making a purchase.
Psychological tips for not spending money on things you don’t need.

Links of Interest

Emily’s Etsy Shop: EmmaLeeLouDesigns
The Latte Factor: Why You Don’t Have to Be Rich to Live Rich by David Bach
5 Legit, Non-Sucky Ways to Save Money for Travel
How to Start a Travel Blog
The UnPacking List #12: How to Radically Increase Your Travel Fund – Part 1

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Written by Brooke

I run the show at Her Packing List and love packing ultralight. In fact, I once traveled for 3 entire weeks with just the contents of a well-packed 12L handbag. When I'm not obsessing over luggage weight, I'm producing episodes of The UnPacking List or just snuggling with my pet rabbit, Sherlock Bunz.

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Gear We Use

Organization

Packing Cubes – Organize your luggage with the lightweight, durable and compressible Eagle Creek Pack-It Specter Compression Cubes.

Backpacks + Daypacks

Pacsafe – Since they come with extra theft-resisting features, Pacsafe bags make you a more confident traveler. We especially love this bag.

Sea to Summit – Of all the Sea to Summit products, our most recommended is the fits-in-your-palm, super packable Ultra-Sil Daypack.

Personal Care

Nalgene Toiletry Bottles – These leak-free toiletry bottles and tubs come in all sizes – even super tiny, helping minimalists pack it all without bulk.

Turkish Towels – They’re thinner than most travel towels, and they actually cover your body! We can’t get enough of Turkish towels for travel.

Clothing

Speakeasy Supply Co. – They make the awesome hidden pocket infinity scarves that are perfect for stashing secret cash, lip balms, and passports.

Anatomie – Anatomie travel pants come with luxury prices, but they offer many benefits for travelers. See our review of the famous Skyler pants.

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Travel Resources

Booking Airfare

Dollar Flight Club – Get flight deal alerts for your preferred departure airport. There is both a free and premium version (recommended for more sweet deals). Members save on average $500 USD per flight!

Skyscanner – Skyscanner is our preferred site for searching flights. They offer unbiased search results and are free from hidden fees. You can also book your hotels and rental cars.

Accommodation

Airbnb – Airbnb is the best place to book out apartments around the world. Sign up using this link to get $37 USD off your first stay booking + $14 USD towards an experience booking!

Booking.com – Search for hotels, hostels, and apartments using this one resource. Use it for flights, car rentals, and airport taxis as well.

Hostelworld – For hostels, Hostelworld remains our number one source for booking stays. Choose from straight up hostels, budget hotels and bed and breakfasts.

Trusted Housesitters – Save money on travel accommodation by becoming a housesitter. Housesitters often have extra duties, like caring for pets and gardens.

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