Travel Resources
How to Support Day Trip Nomad AND Save Money for Your Next Trip!
Who doesn’t like a good deal? Solo traveling since 2015 and to more than 60+ countries has taught me a few things about the travel resources out there.
Here, I’ve assembled a treasure trove of tools and websites to help you find everything from the best flight and hotel deals to my favorite outdoor gear. Take a look at my go-to travel resources that will save you time and money for your upcoming adventures!
Save Money On Accommodation
BOOKING.COM
Book hotels millions of hotels, hostels, and guesthouses around the world.
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VRBO
VRBO is basically like AirBnb, but hosts mostly vacation rentals.
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HOSTELWORLD
Backpacker? Hostelworld is one of the most trusted sites for cheap hostels.
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HOSTELWORLD
Backpacker? Hostelworld is one of the most trusted and used sites for finding cheap backpacker
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COUCHSURFING
Find hospitable hosts around the world and stay on their couch for free?
The Catch: because they are nice and for a chance to have a cultural exchange
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WORK AWAY
Workaway offers crazy work experiences (from Au Pair in a cave to sled dogging) in exchange for free accommodation and food
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Find the Best Experiences
VIATOR
Viator has got guided tours in every corner of the world. With over 3 million experiences, you’ll find the best tours and experiences for your next trip here!
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Save Money On Transport
DISCOVER CARS
Find your next rental car on this comprehensive aggregator.
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OUTDOORSY
Find your next camper van rental for those road trips you’ve been dreaming of!
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BUS BUD
If you don’t want to drive to your destination, find cheap bus tickets here.
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Save Money On Flights
SKYSCANNER
My go-to flight booking website since 2015.
Not sure of your travel plans? Just enter “any time” and “everywhere.”
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STUDENT UNIVERSE
Find super discounts for students and travelers under age 25.
Even if you are 25+, it’s worth checking out, especially for last-minute flights.
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SKIPLAGGED
Discover flight deals with SkipLagged, where your layover becomes your destination.
Only works with carry-on luggage!
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Some Of My Favorite Outdoor Brands & Gear
REI
A gearhead’s paradise and my former college job, REI brings together top-notch outdoor brands.
Get access to exclusive discounts and 10% cashback on full-priced items by joining their $20 membership.
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GRAYL
Rest easy knowing your water is safe with Grayl’s osmosis water purifier.
Personally, I’ve used GRAYL on tap water in India and streams surrounded by cows. No water-borne diseases so far!
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ORUKAYAK
It’s a foldable kayak; how cool is that?
As a former vanlifer with a love for kayaking, Orukayak was the only way to make this hobby portable.
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Find my Favorite Photography Gear
DJI
I want to try literally every product DJI puts out there.
They are pioneers and leading drone brands in the market.
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SONY
Sony won my heart once I made the switch to mirrorless.
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MBP.COM
If you’re looking for used camera gear, MBP has great deals and amazing quality
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This is not a sponsored post. These are the websites and companies I use and recommend for my travels. Some of these links are affiliate links and, at no cost to you, I may earn a small commission that helps run Day Trip Nomad — keeping it free for all to use!