How to Save Money to Travel the World

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One of the biggest questions we receive is how do we pay for all of our travels. Well, there are a lot of things we do to be able to travel the world, because traveling the world for free is not a thing. So here is how you can save money to travel the world that are realistic and doable.
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@adrianlea8396 5 месяцев назад

I quit alcohol, that did 2 things. I was able to fill my travel savings much faster and when I got to where I was going no alcohol on vacation really saves. No bars no wine with dinner no happy hours. Just great savings. Ty.

@slw0599 5 месяцев назад

Mark's been round the world more times than the sun😂

@Mike_Greentea 5 месяцев назад

He's got a girl in every city 😅

@K.Spade7902 5 месяцев назад

Lol! The sun 🌞

@pieterjanvl 5 месяцев назад

One thing I try to do for more expensive trips is spreading the big expenses. I've been planning an NYC trip (from Europe) more than a year in advance. Paid for the tickets 12 months prior. I've paid half of our Airbnb stay 2 months later and I'll pay the other half in a few months. Making the total cost of the trip much more bearable. I also have a spare bank account and every time a friend has to pay me back, or I earn money outside of my day job, I put it there. It's money I can spend without worrying it'll interfere with my monthly expenses. BTW I don't know if you know this, but in Belgium (and maybe other European countries) 'Wolters' is a name of a series of atlas books often used in schools 🙂

@SHIVAAAA100 5 месяцев назад

I’m an avid traveler and have been introduced to “sinking funds” and “envelope stuffing” to ensure I can go overseas long term at least twice a year. Thank you Walter. PS I used all your tips my first time backpacking in Europe and avoided 3 pick pocketers! 😅

@malcolm4672 5 месяцев назад

The man on the video's name is Mark Wolters, not Walter.

@FastGuy1 5 месяцев назад

@@malcolm4672😂😂 some people don’t get it.

@ProfessorWolters 5 месяцев назад

Glad the videos helped!

@K.Spade7902 5 месяцев назад

The train stations in Barcelona are full of pick pockets. Beware!

@karebeark3572 5 месяцев назад

Girl, how do you envelope stuff?

@andreschusan6086 5 месяцев назад

I was an alcoholic last year (three hundred and fourteen days sober and counting). I smartened up my act and decided to save all of my hard working residuals. I was tight throughout the spring, summer and fall. On November 18, 2023 - December 9, 2023 I ended up going on a solo backpacking adventure to a two continent, two country, twelve city exploration of Spain (Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga, Tarifa & Sevilla) and Morocco (Tanger, Chefchaouen, Fes, Merzouga/ Sahara Desert, Marrakech, Casablanca and Rabat). Logistically it went smooth (prebooking is a must), Hotels and hostels were pleasant but it was grueling and lonely at times. It was an educational experience of people, culture, gastronomy and I learned alot about myself. Trip of a lifetime. I have yet to remove my smile from my dumb ass. Much respect for your travel expertise. I took some of your advice for research (always) and you are exactly correct, I had that mentality of not spending on the un-necessities and just focus on yourself, health, and enjoy God's greatest gift... Life!

@woltersworld 5 месяцев назад

Congrats on 314! Thats awesome. And glad we could be a small part of your adventure

@ageoflove1980 5 месяцев назад

My main saving tip is : Cook your own food. Yes its costs time and effort, but its much healthier and cheaper, especially when you cook in larger batches. Also make sandwiches at home and bring them along, with some easy fruits like banana's. Maybe even bring a thermos with coffee or tea. The amount youll save when you do this is actually quite crazy. I call those " micro expenses" , you know, a sandwich here, a coffee there, but you are massively overpaying for things and because its just a couple of dollar each time, you might not be fully aware about what this actually adds up to over the course of the month or year. Cutting these $5 a day or so, and thats for things you dont even especially enjoy but are just doing purely of convenience, can easily pay for a full holiday when you look at the yearly amount.

@REALcatmom 5 месяцев назад

Years ago, my hubby used to go out for lunch every day at work. When I mentioned how he was spending over $150 a month on fast food lunches, he immediately bought himself a lunch box & began taking his lunch every day. Healthier, and definitely a huge savings! He maybe goes 1-2X a month now, and the family budget sure appreciates it!

@ageoflove1980 5 месяцев назад

@@REALcatmom Yep, it just requires some discipline and planning, but the true savings are in the small daily amounts. That $3 coffee gets me a 500gr pack that will last me a week, so thats like a 80% reduction in expenses on coffee alone. The trick is to not see it as $3 a day, but as $1000 a year. And then it gets easier because do you really want to spend a grand yearly on "not having to bring a thermos" ? Me personally at least, can see a whole world of things I rather spend a thousand on.

@bluebutterfly7233 5 месяцев назад

I totally agree with you. Home cooking is way cheaper. I followed The Latte Factor Budget years ago and still do. It is by far the easiest and most effective budget out there. It sticks with me to this day. If I order pizza for $40, I can't help but think what a waste. Instantly, I think what groceries I could buy for $40. Same with ordering a burger and fries. It's usually around $12. You can buy all the ingredients and toppings for that amount and have several burgers. It's so ingrained in me already.

@REALcatmom 5 месяцев назад

Excellent advice, not just for traveling! These tips are great if you need to buy a new car, new furniture, or whatever! I used to do many of these when I was in college, years ago, and wanted to save for a spring break trip and pay in cash. Priorities count!

@bluebutterfly7233 5 месяцев назад

I agree. I said in an earlier comment that The Latte Factor is an awesome, simple way of showing where a person spends their money. I found it online about 20 years ago?

@lotusgrl444 5 месяцев назад

@@bluebutterfly7233it's amazing how expensive a cup of coffee has become! Every time I see the long lines at Starbucks, I cant help but wonder how addicted we have become to bad coffee and it has become "normal" to spend so much for it..

@bdimon 5 месяцев назад

I really wanted a $25,000 BMW motorcycle but I settled for a $15,000 bike that was not nearly as fancy. Now, I have enough for a $8,000 three-week trip to ride a motorcycle through the French Alps. It's booked!

@purplewombat1923 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for reminding us of these commonsense tips :-D We can't have it all. When you sacrifice a few indulgences, you'll appreciate your next holiday all the more. Never go into debt for a holiday. You'll always be chasing your tail trying to catch up.

@evenmoney 5 месяцев назад

Great tips. Credit card bonuses and miles and points help as well. Took a train to New York and credit card bonuses paid for the train and hotel for 3 nights. Also, flexible days and off season can make a big price difference.

@Yesii 5 месяцев назад

Agree. My CC points paid for my roundtrip flight from the US to Scotland/Ireland and completely paid for my hotel in Ireland.

@alexlindquist2986 5 месяцев назад

I grew up very lower middle class, obsessed with Carmen Sandiego and never left the country until I was in my 20s because my parents couldn't afford it. My experience is for those who don't have to support a family or are just starting out their post-college life. I've pretty much arranged my life so I can travel even though I don't make much money in my field. I rent an apartment instead of owning a house, I only try to date others where travel is their priority, and I work jobs that are flexible enough to take time off. Plus an added bonus for return travel to places I've been, I've made lots of friends overseas who said next time I visit, that I can stay with them. Besides getting an authentic experience, it helps cut back on lodging costs dramatically. Best of luck to everyone out there who wants to travel! In the words of Marty McFly, "If you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything."

@renferal5290 5 месяцев назад

Years ago, I would spend 256 dollars a month on Starbucks. These days, I make my coffee at home. I am thankful that I am able to travel to the UK or Europe once a year.

@babsr8479 5 месяцев назад

I agree with everything you said. These are things I do. I saved for a year in the past and now to go to Paris.

@ProfessorWolters 5 месяцев назад

That is awesome. Have a great trip to Paris!

@BrandonBriers 5 месяцев назад

Great video! Takeaway coffees are easy to cut out over time because they all taste the same after a while, making your own coffee at home tastes better and is far cheaper, same goes for food in a lot of cases

@bluebutterfly7233 5 месяцев назад

I agree. I've made so many different coffees, lattes and other drinks from Pinterest. Costs to make at home is about a dollar versus $6 or $7 at Starbucks. That includes latte like pumpkin spice latte. Yum.

@bethmurphy2970 5 месяцев назад

Another way to save money that adds up over time is to switch your cellphone plan to Google voice. You will still need to buy a data plan for the times when wifi is not available, but this really doesn’t cost much. Google voice works all over the world.

@PrimeTimeTravelers 5 месяцев назад

Yeah we do a lot of these tips for sure. One we do is whenever I work OT at work, I take 10% and buy a stable stock like KO (Coca-Cola) that pays monthly dividends. After a while, we will sell the stock and use it to travel, etc. I saved all my OT from 2022 and in 2023 we bought Disney World Annual Passes and it cost us nothing extra. It wasn't free, but it sort of felt that way!

@neighborhoodpranksters6214 5 месяцев назад

One of the best videos you have ever made! Not just true with travel, but life as well. Thank you for putting my thoughts into words!!!

@ProfessorWolters 5 месяцев назад

Thank you :)

@malcolm4672 5 месяцев назад

Great tips, two of mine are save coins, it is staggering who much they add up, and not having cable TV. If you follow Mark's tips very soon you will save enough to get to New Zealand 😀

@woltersworld 5 месяцев назад

Those coins in europe really add up even more

@izodman 5 месяцев назад

Great advice! I’ve stopped doing happy hours and go the liquor store and buy my own to enjoy at home. $15 bucks for a watered down martini 🍸 in a small glass is ridiculous! Cable too I don’t miss having. I’ve not had the service for almost 10yrs now.

@bluebutterfly7233 5 месяцев назад

I haven't had cable for about 4 years now. Same with my extended family. None of them have cable anymore either. I got a fire stick for Christmas one year and have never looked back.

@jennifermorillo437 5 месяцев назад

Great tips! I appreciate this video!! I would also like to add to anyone who wants to travel and doesnt mind working a part time (or full time) is to work at a Hilton Hotel. Hilton has one of the best employee discounts. They offer $40 rooms all around the world. For me I work part time weekends. Its savings and travel money for me. I even booked $40 rooms in Hawaii. Maybe not at a mega resort but at a decent Hilton. Just something to think about even if u want to book a big family trip… work at the Hilton long enough to save and book discounted rooms.

@bluebutterfly7233 5 месяцев назад

That's awesome! Really, when a person is on vacation, their never in their rooms. Sometimes people way over spend on rooms when they travel.

@jennifermorillo437 5 месяцев назад

@@bluebutterfly7233 very true! hiltons are decent though the average price without a discount is 200-300 a night depending on the area.

@wanderingtraveler1233 5 месяцев назад

I'm a person who's been retired due to medical issues for between 15 - 20 years. I live on less than $2,000 from SSDI. In the last 8 years I've been to Europe 4 times. I budget my travels, though having visited London each time hasn't helped. I have family there, so that helps, too. I'm planning for a trip in 2026 to see Hungary, Romania, Czechia, Poland. I'm trying to save for a months trip. Being in my mid-60s, this is something I never thought I could accomplish. Also, growing up in the 1960s, all of these countries were part of the Russian federation. I took a 3 month, 9000 mile road trip around the USA last year. If you watch your spending, you can go to the most places if you keep your budget in mind and realize that you may not stay as long as you'd like. I also cut out cable 7 years ago and only have a Roku for my entertainment system. Have a great year, Wolters family.

@JohnKaman 5 месяцев назад

Great advice. We finally cut cable and lowered monthly expenses. Also as we live in a city with great public transportation we sold our car. We can go anywhere in SF for around $50 a month resulting in huge savings. I realize there’s only a few cities where you can do this so we’re fortunate.

@davidvilchez2209 5 месяцев назад

Well as a solo traveler, it's pretty easy for me. I always book airline first, then hotel, then save spending money. I go to Holland every year for a week and as a budget solo traveler, I usually only go for about a week and try to budget around 100.00 a day food and all. It's completely doable as a solo traveler. I can't speak for a family though. Must be much more of a challenge

@matttv94 5 месяцев назад

Right there with you! Did 11 days in Croatia on £1,000 done multiple solo trips to various European cities always on a budget.

@davidvilchez2209 5 месяцев назад

@matttv94 yeah it's super doable if you know what you're doing and don't splurge with 25 dollar meals every time you eat or go bar hopping

@matttv94 5 месяцев назад

@@davidvilchez2209 I’m doing my Australian working holiday visa in April budgeting £100 a day for food accommodation and activities before I settle down and find work

@gizmo9290 Месяц назад

100 euro (?) a day just for food in the Netherlands? For me this is not budget travel. The budget would be spending less then 50 euro a day on food and accomodation. You can buy three (thin) frozen pizzas for 6 euro in the Netherlands if you care for checking markets promotions and have an oven or a microwave where you stay, so... Yes, the Netherlands is not the cheapest country in Europe. But it can be quite cheap if one just tries.

@davidvilchez2209 Месяц назад

@gizmo9290 I said food and all this includes transportation and activities

@edwardcorrigan4775 5 месяцев назад

Hello, In the past ten years I've learned to downsize everywhere, with my limited funds about 37k a year I can save a lot of money. I now use it to travel. Last year I visited the Philippines and Thailand, I'm doing Brazil in March this year. I never thought I could afford to travel. Truth is you can, it's a matter of how much you want to travel.

@AdamGordon1977 5 месяцев назад

When I was in my 20s, I taught English in Japan for a few years. Working in another country gave me a chance to travel a lot in Asia and see new places. I know not a lot of people can't do that, though. I have read a lot that many countries are giving "remote work" visas for those that may be able to use this as a way to live and work somewhere else.

@housemouse709 5 месяцев назад

I'm right there with you on the Culver's addiction Mark. Hard to give up the good stuff but I'll take it in moderation if it means we can travel more!

@ProfessorWolters 5 месяцев назад

Exactly. it is a tough sacrifice though

@Louise_C3 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for giving practical advice!

@monicaharris-green2400 5 месяцев назад

I appreciate that you show footage of your family travels and not just stock footage like some channels do.😊

@MilesAwaywithUs 5 месяцев назад

Huge YES to every tip! These are all the ways we save for travel. Slow but steady! Thank you!

@aussiebornandbred 5 месяцев назад

Great advice Mark, thanks mate

@MsDeeFuture 5 месяцев назад

These are great ideas. Thank you so much. . I love your channel.

@domystique 5 месяцев назад

Super helpful. Thanks 😊

@timmmahhhh 5 месяцев назад

Very good advice Mark, excellent video. You mentioned vacation credit card debt so here's another tip: pay off those credit cards every month to avoid interest! Using your tips will help with that because you're not spending as much money. Coffee: while you're in Target by bags of Starbucks or your favorite coffee there. If you have a Keurig, don't buy the pods, buy a couple of the reusable pods and fill those with that bagged coffee, which saves both money and the environment. I think Keurig pods are recyclable now, but they weren't at first, and some of them still may not be; regardless using the reusable ones will save you money. Cable TV: People over 40: not a bad idea. People under 40: you still have cable?? 😂😅🤣 We dropped cable in 2003 as my wife was addicted to the news post 911. And with a TV antenna, you will be surprised how many of those non-premium cable channels you will get with the aerial on the digital channels. For example, here in the Chicago area, channel 9 has the main channel is 9.1 and other cable channels at 9.2 through 9.4.

@ProfessorWolters 5 месяцев назад

yeah, save so much money paying off the credit card each month

@Magic_beans_ 5 месяцев назад

0:50 Yep, I’m taking my graduation trip in a couple months and even though it’s a pretty simple trip I started planning & saving two years ago. It also made saving easier because I could spread it out over years rather than months. Our host had other videos on this, but reining in the cost of travel itself can also help. I think we 🇺🇸 are still a bit hung up on the 20th century mindset where travel to Europe is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. That can lead to overplanning, overspending, and coming back wondering whether it was worth it.

@ProfessorWolters 5 месяцев назад

That is aweomse that you have been saving.

@m.montague5228 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for the tips 😊

@litalpeled2055 5 месяцев назад

Wise words and just for travel savings !!

@paulmokidespaul5347 5 месяцев назад

Great advice...Good Job!!!

@sarah-phillips 5 месяцев назад

Great advice. We always say you spend your money where your priority is. Tracking spending is huge. We also make one of our monthly “bills” a small amount of money for savings. If it’s $10 or $1,000, it doesn’t matter because it all adds up!

@dmack8835 5 месяцев назад

Mark you are absolutely right, I had to Discipline myself and cut back on some habits to save money.

@kimm3473 5 месяцев назад

I love this question series!

@christinacox2415 2 месяца назад

I absolutely love how balanced you are in your ideas about spending/not spending money on things you enjoy in order to travel. You are right. It is unrealistic to think that we can just instantly give up all the treats we enjoy (some may be able to but not me. LOL) for the sake of travel. Also, thinking about kids; I have two. If you say to them we can't get this treat because we are saving for a really fun place to go, they can get frustrated because 1. They lose out on something they like and 2. It is in the future and NOT right now. LOL. Thanks for the mental shifts; that is really helpful to me.

@christopherdavi5841 5 месяцев назад

What I do is track flights for at least 2 months for 4-6 different travel dates. And book the best one. I usually book 4-6 mos out and save at least $125/wk or more. And as a solo traveler that’s $2000-$3000+ saved for my trip. I stay in hostels which can reduce your accommodation stay by 40% or more. And with breakfast included that saves another $100/wk or more. I don’t eat a big lunch I just have some snacks or street food. And I set aside $250 per trip as try not to spend money if I need it I have it and if not it goes right back into my account for my next adventure. I travel light and I’ll usually check a empty bag to hold any souvenirs

@tobiojo6469 5 месяцев назад

Hey Mark, cool video and great tips

@ccccccchhhhhh808 5 месяцев назад

Two other things: if you're disciplined enough to stick to your budget and pay it off in full, credit card hacking can save you so much. I used miles to get to europe and that saved me $2k. But you need to make sure you're not spending frivolously and paying it off in full. Second, if your schedule allows, work a side hustle or second job.

@AlbertKeinsteinr 5 месяцев назад

Great Video with good Tips👍

@Ichsukatanuka 5 месяцев назад

Great and easy to follow tips 👌

@jmiller8678 5 месяцев назад

Everything you said is spot on. I do the same thing.

@abigailfezer177 5 месяцев назад

Awesome tips! Another thing that keeps me on track for saving is when it looks like I have extra money in my checking acct. I immediately move it to my savings acct!! Out of sight, out of mind is very true for me. Sometimes it’s only been 10 dollars extra or sometimes 100 depending on the month but all of it matters!!

@tr54natural5 5 месяцев назад

This was super helpful. My two kids want to start traveling overseas and this advice will aid them in reaching their goals. Love the idea of a traveling savings account ☺️

@MindfulMidLifeTravel 5 месяцев назад

Great video! So true, the small things add up quickly! I've been making fun coffees at home, & finding recipes to make food from other countries at home, so much cheaper! Our travel savings has Finally helped us book our dream trip to Portugal in April!! Thanks for the tips!

@ericwright6608 5 месяцев назад

Thank you very much for your insights and advice Mark! I've never been out of the US and I want to go to so many places, but first on my list is Iceland. I've watched your video on your trip there, alongside others, and made notes. I've started off with the cost for the travel and what and where I want to go so I have a ballpark as you've advised. Hope to be able to travel there within the next five years!!!

@sandiandgregh 5 месяцев назад

Terrific tips. I was lucky to have parents who wanted to travel home (to Northern Ireland and Scotland) from Canada very regularly. We grew up seeing how they worked hard and budgeted so carefully from the early 1970s til my Dad’s death in more recent years to make that dream a reality. I followed in their footsteps and as an adult have always travelled…on a budget. Many of their tricks and tips are similar to yours. My other “tip” is that I have worked full time for 35 years while also having my own business on the side, a part time job, or a contract job, to supplement my income and help save funds.

@diopinzon 5 месяцев назад

Great tips!

@kellyshults6590 5 месяцев назад

We save for our trips using most of your tips. BTW, São Paulo is my hometown. I hope you enjoyed your visit.

@joshlunt7827 5 месяцев назад

Great video!

@meghan9436 5 месяцев назад

These are all helpful tips for every day life. I think I will keep my guitar, though! I'm celebrating 7 years in Japan this month, and I'm also celebrating one year of guitar practise! I returned to the instrument after a 20 year hiatus, which is huge for me. If you play guitar or another instrument, busking might be an option to make some extra money on the side. Make sure that you check your local laws if performance licenses are required, though!

@ProfessorWolters 5 месяцев назад

I need to get back to playing guitar. It was my go to relaxation tool. Don't know if i will have the skill to ever busk though :) hope you are doing well!

@meghan9436 5 месяцев назад

@@ProfessorWolters Cheers! I don't see why you can't! I have an aNueNue M12 model guitar. I have a few videos on my page demonstrating it. It's small, cute, and great for travel! I know it's hard to make time, but even if you can only carve out 15 minutes here and there, do it because it adds up! OH! And if you do decide to travel with your guitar, make sure that you print out the airline policies with the guitar section highlighted! Many staff unfortunately don't know their own policies, and this will cover your butt. United Breaks Guitars is a great song, and a perfect example of what someone did to make the best of a bad situation.

@ItsGroundhogDay 5 месяцев назад

$5 per day not spent on Starbucks is $1 million over 50 years if you put it into a retirement account instead. These things add up a lot more than people think.

@BUY_YT_VIEWS_m067 5 месяцев назад

This video was so heartwarming, thank you.

@redwitch95 5 месяцев назад

Wow, cable is really expensive in the USA! Even the most pricey TV + internet package over here is £90 a month with Sky, and that's only if you go for all the added extras - it's usually like £25-40 a month for most people. No wonder it can be so hard for Americans to save up.

@bluebutterfly7233 5 месяцев назад

Even $40 is expensive when you can watch everything on the internet now for free. Getting a fire stick for Christmas one year was a real money saver. Even all the latest movies are on the net for free.

@redwitch95 5 месяцев назад

@@bluebutterfly7233 £25-40 a month is including internet, it's almost always a joint package in the UK! It can be £15-25 if it's just internet on its own, but I've never heard of TV packages coming without internet attached.

@gumerzambrano 5 месяцев назад

I already do most of these 😆 thank god I was never a coffee drinker. Thanks for the video Mark!

@neanderthalsnavel7411 5 месяцев назад

17 years ago at 35, I seemed to outgrow all desire to travel. Makes saving for travel very easy!

@RebelSol67 5 месяцев назад

I've been planning and paying for a 3 week trip to Europe for the last almost 2 years. When we go it will be paid for upfront except for incidentals. Enjoy your videos.

@frankcutronijr 5 месяцев назад

Awesome advice that it may take 2 to 3 years to save up for a nice trip. Especially for a milestone trip.

@bretonneaYKNT 5 месяцев назад

Great advice! I save money for traveling by cooking at home, drinking tap water (I never buy pop and drink alcohol only on special occasions) rarely shopping for new clothes. I eat out when traveling! I usually stay in hostels and use public transport. I try to travel light: less room to bring big souvenirs!

@PhotoTrekr 5 месяцев назад

When I was younger my buddies and I would take off to the beach on a moments notice and sleep in the car or cheap accommodations. I once slept on a concrete balcony to stay an additional day at the beach. But, these days I like to plan where I'll sleep each night and have my own transportation. I don't stay in the priciest places, unless it's somewhere I've always wanted to stay, but I don't stay in the cheapest places either. As an example, last year I stayed in North Vancouver instead of Vancouver which turned out to be a great decision. I hod a great view of the Vancouver skyline and as it turned out they have music and a party on the pier every weekend during the summer which was just outside of my hotel. With a little planning you can enjoy your trip and not spend a fortune. But, be prepared to spend some money no matter where you go.

@woneymalian4513 5 месяцев назад

you're the man!!! And you are in my hometown ! Be welcome! Is this Alphaville?

@Ingrid0410 5 месяцев назад

Great video!!!I really am being more attentive to shopping! Id rather shop in Europe, so every-time I feel like buying clothes, I think Id rather buy this item abroad! And it’s much more fun having an item that you bought in Europe anyway. I have so many treasured things which I bought on my travels. And yes to the eating at home, healthier too. Thank you

@evelyngrammar 5 месяцев назад

My train partner & I always carried our breakfast and lunch when we commuted from NJ to NYC. We were both saving that money to travel. Best decision ever!

@ju0697 5 месяцев назад

I love the thumbnail!! The left picture 😂so cute

@4thbalanceofpower 5 месяцев назад

Great advice! Can you do a video sharing advice on how your family budget/plans so far in advance? What is your process? I.e do you save a lump sum and go from there or do you use current prices and save to that?

@PIANOPLAYJAZZ 5 месяцев назад

Every person who tells us "Saw your European pictures and posts this year, I wish had that kind of money", always drives luxury cars and have huge houses and lots of toys, and I respond "Depends on your priorities"

@Ingrid0410 5 месяцев назад

This is so true. Its priorities. People always manage to spend their money on whats important. If travel is important, you find a way to do it.

@poesc 5 месяцев назад

Mark, great tips! I have musical instruments I no longer pay. I have a PlayStation I no longer play. Will sell these

@Sarah_Eva 5 месяцев назад

Don't buy a new car... Don't over insure yourself... (I'm not saying not to have insurance!) We drive two cars that are both paid off. It's really about making travel the thing that you spend your money on, assuming you are otherwise in a stable situation.

@margaretdocena3932 5 месяцев назад

Praise God, this is awesome and relaistic advice on how to save for travel :) my aunt and her family were able to travel a lot because they saved and planned ahead :)

@blankface_ 5 месяцев назад

Unpopular savings tip: If you live in a well-designed big city, don’t own a car. There’s so much you save on gas, parking, tolls, insurance, and maintenance, and you can replace it with Uber, biking, public transit, which will be infinitely less expensive

@gizmo9290 Месяц назад

Or walking really. It's healthy and it's the cheapest way to get around. If you have enough time or your destination is not very far at least. I walk 2,4 km to work every day and then back. I like it but I know I'm crazy XD.

@brendenstuder6119 5 месяцев назад

I just readjusted my spending and committed to putting aside $100 off of each pay cheque and saw how much will add up even just by June of this year, and it blew my mind. Not enough to go on a vacation (unless there is a smoking deal) but still enough to go "wow".

@ck062165 5 месяцев назад

Mark thanks for the advice on saving money. Turns out one of your examples was dead on. We pay for cable and never watch it! I cancelled that today and I'm now saving about $130 a month. BTW my next trips are to Liverpool in April and Peru in September.

@sunflowerfields4409 5 месяцев назад

I never believed it until several years ago when I did the 52 week challenge. Little bits every week put into savings and at the end of the year, I had over $1300 which was a ticket to Europe. Then came the plague and I had to wait .... delayed gratification.

@travelandlaughs9281 5 месяцев назад

These points are totally on point. I save save save and I am able to take two trips to Europe every year. These trips are one week long each. I know many people who say that's not worth it to them for one week each, but hey, it's two weeks out of the year I am able to go see the cliffs in Portugal, to eat tapas in Spain, to walk Hyde Park in London, to cry at the beauty of the Trevi Fountain in Rome. That's two weeks every year of my life well spent. Don't look at travel influencers who travel full time or for months at a time and think that thats the only type of travel that counts. Some of us can travel still but it doesn't necessarily mean that it's going to look like a wealthy person's version of traveling. I do make small sacrifices during the year (ex. Skipping certain concerts/shows, etc....)in order to afford my trips comfortably. My other piece of advice is to save your COINS!!! I have a coin jar, and before each trip I cash it into my account and then put it towards my trip. There's usually $100 in there each time or more!

@joeo1168 5 месяцев назад

OK, Im older, but this info is so Important. Listen to what Mr. Wolters is saying. Thx

@woltersworld 5 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@gandsmeyer2957 5 месяцев назад

we cut cable too.

@timgraymatter 5 месяцев назад

Culver’s is a weakness of mine.

@scottneusen9601 5 месяцев назад

You are a nice young man. Don't let anyone dim your sparkle

@woltersworld 5 месяцев назад

Thanks Scott

@WrldExplorer 5 месяцев назад

Got tickets for the Olympics back in January 2023. I make sure I focused my Amex gold card for groceries, and dinning(4x points) to get my flights because accommodations are going to be thru the roof in Paris. I usually don’t like traveling in the summer to Europe but I’ve been wanting to go to both for so long, and the Games are playing there, so I’ll manage. Retired so I can stay longer, and see slower between my planned events. Flights are now covered, so now budget for accommodations, and food. He’s right. Plan plan plan.

@nikkilillard930 5 месяцев назад

Culver's is good lol, tfs!

@JamesSmith-uc8tk 5 месяцев назад

I sold my two electric guitars and related items to have money for a trip to the Bahamas. I miss those guitars.

@pennywhitaker7092 5 месяцев назад

I’ve gotten great advice for you for years now . I do have a savings travel/me account to fund my travels . I knew my daughter would be graduating from med school in 2023 and wanted to take her to Europe and do/spend a lot so starting saving for that 2.5 years in advance. Cut out dish network saves enough to pay for a hotel stay. Use CC’s to pay for everything possible and use the miles/points for free international flights and hotels when possible. ❤

@woltersworld 5 месяцев назад

Thats awesome!

@jonathanforbes3906 5 месяцев назад

We used our CC points to pay for our week trip to the USVI last year for free.

@Mzdiva924 5 месяцев назад

Please give options on how to book international trips without credit cards. I.E. booking hotels, etc.

@seand99x 5 месяцев назад

Hey Marc, was wondering if your able to subsidize the bulk of your travel costs using points & miles

@donaldhughes6146 5 месяцев назад

One thing that you might add is credit card points/miles. Even cards with an annual fee may be worth it if it gets you a free flight(s) or pay for your hotel expenses that would end up being worth more than the annual fee every year.

@marioman890 25 дней назад

Sell my Nintendo 64?! That’s like a relic from the past! I would never lol

@MeansToTravel 5 месяцев назад

Oh man, the Target point resonates with me so much! 💸 I also find we save money if I don’t bring Derek with me to Costco or the grocery store, because I’m slightly better at sticking to the list than he is 😆😅

@bluebutterfly7233 5 месяцев назад

😂😂 Seriously. I remember my dad would buy all the really good things and my mom would buy the necessities. 😂

@woltersworld 3 месяца назад

target can hit hard :)

@fawazalabandi4487 3 месяца назад

ayo action bronson wild

@stevebartley628 5 месяцев назад

Know what items cost and if they really on sale. Prime rib roast goes on sale every Christmas time in our city. And if you get it ‘in the bag’, you can cut it up youself and save another $3 per pound. Prime rib is then just a little more expensive than hamburger. Get a freezer.