185. Must-Visit Stops Along the Vermont African American Heritage Trail
The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers
Release Date: 01/30/2025
203. Why You Need a Vacation Savings System to Travel Without Money Stress
The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers
Are your vacations leaving you feeling stressed or refreshed? A lot of aspiring travelers struggle with saving for travel because their approach to savings is broken or incomplete. I reveal why a simple, repeatable vacation savings system is the key to guilt-free travel and why automating your savings can turn dream trips into full-funded vacations. If youâve ever wondered why your dream trips feel out of reach or why your credit card bills always follow your adventures, this episode will shift the way you think about travel finances and show you the path to more freedom, more trips, and...
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202. Your Ultimate Guide to Vermontâs Covered Bridges: What to See, Where to Go & How to Plan with Beth Brown Limmer
The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers
Did you know that Vermont is home to nearly 100 covered bridges? Each one a piece of history, craftsmanship, and scenic beauty. Beth Brown Limmer, president of the Vermont Covered Bridge Society, shares everything you need to know to plan your own covered bridge adventure. From the most photogenic bridges to hidden gems that often go overlooked, weâll cover where to go, what to see, and how to make the most of your Vermont road trip. Whether youâre visiting during fall foliage, spring blooms, or the quiet calm of winter, youâll learn why Vermontâs covered bridges are...
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201. How To Plan an Affordable Europe Trip For First-Timers: Insider Tips with Oliver Winter
The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers
Planning your first trip to Europe? Oliver Winter, founder of a&o Hostels, one of Europeâs fastest-growing hostel brands, shares insider tips on how first-time travelers can explore Europe more affordably. Oliver reveals how hostels have evolved far beyond backpacker basics to welcome families, digital nomads, and business travelers. Tune in for timeless European travel advice that applies whether this is your first trip or your tenth. Youâll learn what to pack, how to spot real value when booking accommodations, and smart ways to stretch your travel budget without...
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200. How Chelsea Riffe Paid Off $10K in Credit Card Debt While Traveling Full-Time
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So much is possible when you get intentional about your money. Chelsea Riffeâs journey is proof that you donât have to wait to take action. You can make aligned, empowering financial choices right where you are, even if youâre halfway across the world. After a whirlwind group trip left her deep in debt, Chelsea made a bold decision: get serious about her finances without putting her nomadic lifestyle on pause. She chose destinations with lower costs of living, kept her rent under $1,000 per month, embraced co-living, cooked her meals, and created a simple, sustainable...
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199. Introducing 'Frommer's Travel Show' by Pauline Frommer
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"Frommer's Travel Show" is a trusted resource for what's happening in the world of travel today. Learn about under-the-radar destinations, different travel styles, and smart strategies for traveling more affordably. đ§ Listen to Frommer's Travel Show on , , or wherever you tune in. Oh, and tell Pauline that Danielle from The Thought Card Podcast sent you! Read or listen to our podcast episode together: - Episode 198 Discover more incredible travel podcasts by . Connect With Pauline Fromer Website: Connect With Danielle Desir...
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198. Stop Overpaying for Travel: Hidden Fees, Pricing Tricks, and Smarter Booking Tips with Pauline Frommer
The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers
The travel industry makes billions from travelers overpaying. Today weâre exposing the traps that drain your walletâand how to avoid them. Many of us overspend on travel without even realizing it, falling prey to shiny marketing tactics or getting caught off guard by hidden fees we didnât see coming. Pauline Frommer knows exactly how the travel industry works and ways the industry gets you to spend more than you should. Sheâs pulling back the curtain on the travel industryâs pricing tactics, shares how to spot real value, and gives us a smarter game plan for booking great...
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197. How to Take Better Travel Videos (and Must-Have Camera Gear) with Juliana Broste
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Ever come home from a trip with a bunch of random video clips⌠and no idea what to do with them? đ Today, Iâm joined by Emmy Award-winning travel filmmaker Juliana Broste (also known as Jules), who is sharing her best tips for capturing better travel videos. Weâre diving into shot setup, storytelling, and must-have gear for filming on the go. From beginner-friendly accessories to tips for filming soloâand even how to actually use your footage laterâthis episode will help you level up your travel videos, whether youâre using your phone or a camera. Read blog post: ...
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196. How To Book FREE Stopovers and Visit Two Cities for the Price of One with Charlotte Gage
The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers
âď¸ What if you could visit a second country on your next trip without paying extra? Charlotte Gage joins us to share how stopovers can unlock free bonus destinations on your next vacation. Learn the difference between a layover and a stopover, how to book them, and which airlines offer the best deals â plus insider tips to make the most of your time on the ground. Read blog post: Charlotte Gage is what she calls a âprofessional traveler.â She helps make travel safer, more cost-effective, and more accessible. So far, she has been to over 50 countries and all 50 US states....
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195. Is Budget Travel Still Possible? What You Need To Know in 2025 Feat. Matthew Kepnes
The Thought Card: Smart Travel Tips and Travel Hacking For Financially Savvy Travelers
Think travel is too expensive in todayâs economy? Think again. Iâm joined by Matthew Kepnes, a.k.a. Nomadic Matt, to explore whether budget travel is still possible in 2025 and beyond. Read blog post: We get into: Money-saving tips that still work Travel hacks that no longer do Surprising destinations where your dollar stretches way farther than youâd expect Back in 2005, one trip to Thailand changed Mattâs life forever. He quit his job, set off to backpack the world for a year... and never stopped. Since then, he's spent the last two decades helping millions of...
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194. How To Outsmart Thieves While Traveling With Rachel Bloom
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Ever had that heart-sinking feeling when you realize your wallet, phone, or bag has gone missing? You're not alone. Over two million people a year become victims of theft while traveling. Rachel Bloom is the designer of stylish smart bags built to protect your valuables on the go. She shares common ways travelers get targeted by thieves and easy habits to keep your belongings safe. Read blog post: We talk about: Rachel's personal pickpocketing story that sparked her business Easy habits to keep your stuff safe in crowded spaces What most travel bags get wrongâand...
info_outlineVermont 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: https://thoughtcard.com/vermont-african-american-heritage-trail/
Read this blog post for must-see spots on the heritage trail: https://thoughtcard.com/places-to-visit-vermont/
From the Abolition to the Civil Rights Movement, visit (3) immersive attractions on the heritage trail and learn practical tips for planning your trip to see these sights for yourself.
Whether you add one stop or plan to visit them all, leave this episode having learned something new and a deeper appreciation for African American contributions.
I am grateful for our partnership with the Vermont Department of Tourism & Marketing. Visit vermontvacation.com to plan your trip to the Green Mountain State year, including places to visit, events to enjoy, where to stay, and so much more!
đ§ Binge other episodes in our African American Heritage series!
Black History & Culture Series
- Part IV: Vermont African American Heritage Trail - Episode 185
- Part III: Celebrate Black Culture in Boston - Episode 177
- Part II: Harriet Tubman's Life and Legacy in Auburn, NY - Episode 161
- Part I: Columbia Reconstruction Era and the African American Experience Post-Civil War in South Carolina - Episode 158
Our Resources To Plan Your Vermont Trip
- BIPOC-owned Vermont Restaurants
- Rokeby Museum: A Treasure Trove of Underground Railroad History
- Manchester Travel Guide for tips to make your Vermont vacation unforgettable.
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