Travel Resources

Planning a trip is one of my favorite things to do. I can spend hours looking for the perfect accommodation or decide on a good flight deal in a minute and take it from there. I know that’s not as fun for everyone, so I’m putting together this page with the most useful tools and travel resources to plan your perfect trip.

Travel planning resources

Flights

First of all, flights. You can use a flight aggregator to find the best flight deals. I always use kiwi.com to check multiple options for my destination.

Trains

If your destination is close enough, a train is usually the best option. Also, within Europe, you can travel conveniently between cities and even countries. I use trainline.com to book my tickets in advance. It’s a smooth experience and it makes the trip much easier if you don’t have to deal with local vendors.

Buses

The bus is another viable alternative for short and medium distances. I like omio because it offers both bus and train options, so you can choose the one that suits you best without using different tools. Another option is Flixbus, the green buses that go everywhere.

Car rental – travel planning resources

Renting a car will allow you to make your own itinerary, stop when you want to, and visit remote locations. If you’re flying, it’s easiest to rent the car straight from the airport and save money on transfers. My go-to website is Discover Cars. You can compare prices and conditions from different providers and find the best deal available.

Accommodation

Booking.com is the place I go to to find the best accommodation for my trips. It’s easy to use, filter, and read real travelers’ reviews. You can also use the map and choose a room close to the area you’re interested in.

Luggage storage

One other tool that comes in handy sometimes is a good luggage storage service. You know, when you have an early flight and a 3pm check-in time? You’d like to go out and explore, but you can’t really do that while carrying a heavy backpack or a trolley, can you? Bounce storage is convenient because they have several options outside the traditional train stations.

Essential Travel Resources – Insurance

You never know what can happen, and the last couple of years have demonstrated it eloquently. Travel insurance is a very affordable tool to stay safe and stress-free throughout your journey. 

Other Important Tools

So, you’ve sorted out the essentials. You have your plane tickets, transport, and accommodation. You can now focus on entertainment and places to visit.

Start your trip with a tour of your destination. Whether it’s a free tour or a themed walking tour, it’s always a great intro to a new destination. I usually go with GetYourGuide because it has a lot of options worldwide, it’s easy to use and you can read real reviews. Other useful travel resources are Viator, TripAdvisor or Tiqets.

Travel Resources – Money

It’s easy to lose track of your spending when traveling. Also, you probably don’t pay a lot of attention to currency exchange rates or ATM commissions, but all these costs add up. Revolut has a lot of advantages: great exchange rates, virtual cards, commission-free withdrawals, and even medical insurance with some plans. I love it because it’s so easy to use and it saves me money while traveling.

Travel Blogs for Interesting Details

I also check out travel blogs before traveling to a new destination. I like getting someone’s personal perspective on the place. I’m not necessarily looking for things to do posts, but especially for blogs focusing on one aspect of a place.

Volunteering or working

There’s one more aspect relevant to some trips. We all (most of us anyway), want to travel more. I’ve been looking for ways to do that, and there are quite a few good options out there:

  • Volunteering – I tried two different platforms, WWOOF and workaway to find volunteering opportunities. If you’re willing to put some time and work into it, you will be rewarded with longer stays, local experiences, and in-depth travel. You can read more about it in my quick volunteering guide.
  • Homestay – I’ve been looking into it but haven’t tried it yet. I have to sync availabilities for places I’m interested in with days off work, and it can be difficult. However, if you have time on your hands, it’s another great way to experience a place, without breaking the bank.
  • Working remotely or finding a job. When you’re ready to travel long-term, you can also look into finding a remote job or work at your destination. Look into jooble for that! 

That’s about it, I hope you’ll find it useful. I’ll be updating this travel resources page periodically, as I find new tools to help you plan better and travel safely.

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