Comments on: Why Jessica is Never Going to Ireland But You Can Go Anywhere

By: Joe

Joe — Wed, 19 May 2021 01:46:57 +0000

do the deals you obtained then still apply now? I just find it hard to believe that airlines are willing to give first class flights just because you signed up for a credit card…there has to be a catch…you end up spending more on interest unless you never actually use the cards for purchases?!?!?!

I find Skyscanner etc are fantastic for finding cheap flights and date flexibility is the most important factor!!!

By: Ilango Ramasamy

Ilango Ramasamy — Thu, 09 Mar 2017 09:33:43 +0000

Hi Matt,

Greattach piece of writing. SHorton sentences. All the tips are from your experiences and that’s unbeatable. Practical and possible tips. None of these are herculean tasks.

I have planned and travelled like this twice and planning for my third trip. I could see that I’m already doing most of the things u have suggested still I could see that tere are many more trivks to learn and practice.

I have just started…. and have a long way to go and I’m sure I’ll have an exciting journey ahead.

Thanks for ur wonderful article.

Ilango Ramasamy

By: Lisa

Lisa — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 05:18:33 +0000

I have a bestie in Ireland and I’m from NZ – this is the first article of yours I read and I was kinda buzzing at the coincidences 🙂

My sister and I are planning to travel at the end of the year, so the checklists and tips here are gonna come in WAY handy – thanks Matt! Looking forward to implementing everything xo

By: Jessica

Jessica — Mon, 25 May 2015 11:44:42 +0000

Love this post, you’re so right.

Travel costs money, but it makes you rich. Rich of experiences, feelings, energy.
People keep telling me “You’re so lucky you can travel” and don’t understand they can do it to. They probably just don’t want to. And no, Jessica is never gonna take that trip to Ireland!

P.S. Let me know if you’re going to Cinque Terre this summer, I live very close to that area and I’d like to meet you!

By: Kathy Sadler

Kathy Sadler — Mon, 06 Apr 2015 16:30:24 +0000

In reply to Don Faust. I drove to New Orleans from Ottawa , Canada and CouchSurfed!!!

By: Claudia

Claudia — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 13:50:30 +0000

Hi Matt, thanks for your tips, any suggestion for point 6 (travel credit card) for those like me who are NOT US residents? Thanks Claudia

By: Graham Johnston

Graham Johnston — Sat, 14 Feb 2015 11:54:48 +0000

20 years ago as a University Student, I went to Australia for 3 weeks holiday in January (I am from United Kingdom). Many people asked how could I afford. Simply, I told them that I do not smoke!!! They bought a pack of cigarette at £5 (about $7.50) a day everyday. That’s almost £1,800 ($2,700) for 1 year wasting away with cigarettes!!!
I bought £700 airline which leaves £1,100 to spend – on accommodation, food, spending etc. I stayed with my uncle & aunt’s house in Sydney!

By: NomadicMatt

NomadicMatt — Wed, 14 Jan 2015 14:08:29 +0000

In reply to Grant. Glad to hear it!

By: Grant

Grant — Tue, 13 Jan 2015 22:21:05 +0000

Hey Matt, I know this post has a few years on it now, but I wanted to say this anyhow. When we’re dreaming of a big trip and we stall out a little bit, let life get in the way etc…, I always remember this post and it put’s me back on track. Thanks for all you do to keep us moving forward (and abroad).

By: Brenda

Brenda — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 18:00:00 +0000

One thing people forget…it does cost to travel, but it also costs SOMETHING to be at home, whether it be food, travel to and from work, etc. Turn the heat or a/c down, unplug unnecessary electronics, stop the newspaper etc. You will save a bit and every bit counts. Your point about luxury is well made. I have cruised many times….people are constantly raising their eyebrows about this. When I tell them that I book an inside cabin on the cheapest sailing of the itinerary I like, I hear “oh well, I want a balcony or a suite”. Guess what? They never go! I get the same cruise for a fraction of the price. I don’t go for the cabin, it is just a room to me. I have cruised so many times, I get many free perks so my bar bill is negligible.
Great that you are able to backpack and travel rough, I am not young enough to manage that and was not enlightened enough to try when I was!
Do you have any advice on travelling to Africa?