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183. How Families Travel Luxuriously Almost For FREE with Stephanie Antin

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Release Date: 01/09/2025

193. How to Learn a Language Before Your Trip with Lindsay Dow

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Headed abroad and do not speak the local language fluently? Curious about learning languages for travel? Whether you're a planner who starts learning months in advance or someone who wings it with Google Translate, this episode is for you. Lindsay Dow of , a language educator who has studied over 15 languages, shares practical, low-pressure tips to help you build the confidence to learn a new language before your trip. We cover: How much of the language you really need to know before you go Essential phrases every traveler should learn Affordable resources and tools to help you get...

192. Top 2025 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Experiences You Can't Miss | Spring at Walt Disney World

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Celebrate spring with breathtaking flowers, creative topiaries, and tasty treats at the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival. Striking a perfect balance between nostalgia and fun new surprises, discover why attending this festival is one of the best times of year to visit Walt Disney World. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at the planning process with EPCOT Chef de Cuisine, Kevin Downing, and Disney Proprietors of Festivals, Rick DiCicco, and Tom Kovacs. A special thank you to Walt Disney World for sponsoring this episode! Whether you're planning your first visit...

191. Tips For Planning a Multigenerational Disney Family Vacation

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Planning a trip to Disney World that includes multiple generations can be rewarding and involves unique considerations (and challenges). Here are our best Disney tips to help you create a magical experience that everyone, from grandparents to grandkids, will cherish. This podcast episode is made possible with the support of Walt Disney World, the sponsor of this episode. Start planning your next Disney World vacation today by visiting . ➡️ Don’t head to Disney without this! The includes must-have packing and grocery checklists every parent needs to stay organized, stress less, and soak...

190. Practical Ways Disney World Caters To Families With Littles Under Three

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Planning a Disney trip with a baby? You’re in the right place! We’re uncovering the baby-friendly side of Walt Disney World — from thoughtful amenities to must-know tips that make visiting with little ones easier than ever. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned Disney traveler, tune in to discover why bringing your baby to the parks can be a magical (and stress-free) experience for the whole family! This podcast episode is made possible with the support of ! Start planning your next Disney World vacation that fits your style and budget today. ➡️ Grab my —...

189. Feel Financially Unbothered Managing Your Business Finances with Gina Knox

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Without the right systems and mindset, managing your business finances as an entrepreneur or small business owner can be a nightmare. It's time to live debt-free, have your taxes paid, and have a thriving business even with inconsistent income! Money Coach for Small Business Owners Gina Knox shares her insights on achieving financial security despite the unpredictability of variable income. In this episode, Gina breaks down: The biggest factors contributing to entrepreneurs getting into debt, including poor expense management Why we should prioritize saving over debt...

188. How Tilting Futures is Reimagining the Gap Year & Shaping Future Leaders (Erin Lewellen)

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Travel can be a transformative experience that helps you learn about yourself and the world, pushing you out of your comfort zone and fostering personal growth. One of the best times to have a transformational travel experience is during a gap year, in this case, between high school and college. Erin Lewellen, CEO of shares her life-changing trip to South Africa at the age of 22, where she volunteered with survivors of domestic violence. This experience deepened her understanding of global challenges, fostered humility and courage. Through her work with Tilting Futures,...

187. How To Fund Your Dream Honeymoon With Honeyfund (Sara Margulis)

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Couples who travel together stay together. What if you could crowdfund your honeymoon? So, instead of receiving wedding gifts, your friends and family could contribute to funding your dream honeymoon. More and more newlyweds are favoring cash gifts over traditional wedding gifts. Sara Margolis, CEO and co-founder of , explains how the platform helps newlyweds fund unforgettable honeymoon experiences and offers practical tips for getting loved ones on board. Plus, we’ll look at emerging honeymoon destinations and why these locales are so popular. Made for couples...

186. The Best Time To Visit New York City (and Cheapest Too)

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Planning a trip to NYC? You may be wondering when is the best time to visit New York. Well, you might not expect me to say this, but as a New Yorker who moved away but visits regularly, I can confidently say that WINTER is secretly the best time to experience the city at a deep discount. If you are looking for the best deals, fewer crowds, and wildly fun adventures, here’s why you should book a winter New York City trip. Read blog post: Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy - Episode 179 - Episode 2 Book Recommendations: Connect With...

185. Must-Visit Stops Along the Vermont African American Heritage Trail

The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers

Vermont holds a special place in my heart and ranks among my favorite places in the world. When you visit the Green Mountain State, you are surrounded by Black history and culture. Join me as we explore the Vermont African American Heritage Trail, which shares the stories and experiences of Black Vermonters who influenced their local communities and our nation. Read this blog post for Vermont travel planning: Read this blog post for must-see spots on the heritage trail: From the Abolition to the Civil Rights Movement, visit (3) immersive attractions on the heritage...

184. How Building Wealth Gives You More Options With Ange Marie

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It's not too late to start investing and building your wealth. Discover how to achieve the freedom that comes with financial independence with Ange Marie, a money coach who helps women grow their money through stock market investing—without the need to work extra hours on a side hustle! Ange Marie outlines three main strategies for building wealth and provides practical approaches to committing to (or recommitting to) your investment journey, helping you secure your financial future. Connect with Ange Marie Follow Podcast: Follow on Instagram: Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy ...

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Stephanie Antin cracked the code for family travel using points and miles. Her family of five has traveled to six continents and dozens of countries for almost FREE.

Stephanie explains how families can better strategize travel reward redemptions for business and first-class flights and practical ways to use points for luxe stays, like picturesque underwater bungalows in Tahiti.

Read the blog: https://thoughtcard.com/luxury-family-travel/

Connect with Stephanie Anin at almostfreefamilytravel.com and follow her on Instagram at @almostfreefamilytravel.

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