Booking.com - always my first stop in searching for a hotel or hostel

HostelWorld.com - great for searching for hostels that don’t appear on other booking sites

Agoda.com - great for searching for hotels and private homes side-by-side and often at discounted rates

Viator - offers more than 300,000 experiences in 200+ countries, including tickets and passes to popular landmarks as well as travel and transportation services, such as bus tours and day trips

GetYourGuide - great for finding skip-the-line tickets, local tours and experiences, classes, and niche offerings you won’t find anywhere else

EatWith - great for finding authentic culinary experiences led by passionate locals in 130+ destinations

TripAdvisor - always great to consult when sorting out the top things to do in a destination

WeGoTrip - offers instant access audio excursions and tours in 35+ countries created by professional tour guides and local experts

Hopper - With features like price prediction and fare alerts, Hopper empowers travelers to make informed decisions and save money on flights, hotels, and car rentals.

WayAway - a flight aggregator that provides the best rates on airline tickets by comparing airfares offered by all major US and global airlines and agencies

FareDrop - created by two of my favorite travel YouTubers Kara + Nate, FareDrop notifies you of the best flight deals from your home airport to your dream destinations

Bookaway - a booking service for ground transportation (both public and private) that includes 24/7 support, honest reviews by travelers, and accurate information about every ride

GetTransfer.com - a booking service for transfers with a personal driver and car rentals at competitive prices

BusBud - an online bus-booking platform that has compiled the world’s largest selection of bus tickets. Wherever you’re traveling, you can easily compare bus tickets from different companies and book the best option for your next trip.

DiscoverCars.com - an award-winning car rental comparison site where you can find, compare, and rent a car globally. They include all mandatory fees, taxes, and extras in the quoted price and offer 24/7 support and free cancellation.

SafetyWing - if you’re a long-term traveler or frequently out of country, I recommend SafetyWing’s Nomad Insurance. It’s s travel and medical incident insurance built specifically for digital nomads and frequent travelers. It can be purchased while already abroad, covers home trip visits, and operates like a monthly subscription that can be paused and switched back on as needed.

Squaremouth - If you’re looking for your typical travel insurance for a single trip, I recommend starting your search on Squaremouth. It’s an insurance aggregator. that quotes and compares single trip insurance across more than 22 providers and includes adventure and sports policies if needed.

RadicalStorage is a great option when you have time to kill before/after your flight or hotel check-in and nowhere to store your bags. They currently operate in over 70 countries and 500 cities and have more than 5000 storage points strategically located in the main city areas. There’s a fixed price of 5€ per bag per day with coverage up to 3000€/$/£ per bag. You can book through their website or app.

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Priority Pass grants you access to 1,500+ airport lounges all over the world, with more being added each year. There are three different membership plans to choose from - Standard, Standard Plus, and Prestige. The Standard plan starts at $99 for the year.

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Babbel - With options for app-based self-study and/or live online classes in 13 different languages, Babbel teaches you language skills for real-life scenarios for as low as $8.95/month.

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TrustedHousesitters - I joined this platform in early 2023 and have since pet sit all over Europe and the U.S. It’s the greatest travel hack and a great tool for both budget-conscious travelers seeking a free place to stay and for pet owners in need of someone to watch their pet, plants, and house while they’re traveling. Both pet owners and sitters are fully background-checked and you can see reviews to get a sense of who you’re booking with and their previous experience.

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AllTrails - If you, like me, love to get outdoors while you travel, this is a must-download. The app includes a full rundown of all local trails and routes for running, walking, cycling, and hiking. It means you can explore more and let the app be your guide.

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