Back in my days as an executive assistant, I racked up thousands of OpenTable Rewards points by booking lunches and dinners for my boss under my own account. I'd always try and book his dinners for OpenTable restaurants that would give me the 1,000 point bonus instead of just the regular 100 points per reservation through the site.At the time my options for cashing out on my OpenTable credits by either redeeming them for cash off of my bills at restaurants or by getting Amazon gift cards. The foodie in me always thought about using the Dining Rewards for going to nice restaurants I couldn't afford, but the compulsive online shopper in me held onto points until I could max out the Amazon money.Today I just saw an article on Lifehacker talk about a new option that OpenTable now … [Read more...]
Funny Road Trip Memes – Since I’m Stalling Planning LA to NY
I'm moving to New York from Los Angeles in about 30 days. OK exactly 30 days. I've been in California for 8 years so I've accumulated a lot of stuff, including friends, so in addition to planning an epic road trip I also need to figure out the whole leaving a home thing.But I'm getting a little overwhelmed right now and decided to spend my morning checking out travel memes for road trips. If anyone knows me, you know I'm meme obsessed. So I might as well share my loved images with the world in another of my travel meme collections. Enthusiastic Road Trip MemesRoad Trips with Friends MemesRoad Trip Bathroom Break MemesOther Funny Road Trip Memes … [Read more...]
Long Road Trip Prep and Planning – Best Tools and Tips
For the one or two people that actually follow my travel blog, I've finally gone and quit my job in Los Angeles! I've finally gotten sick of the entertainment industry and I'm ready to move on. That means I'll have no job or income for a bit so paying expensive rent in LA is not going to be feasible.I've decided that I'm going to move back home go New York for a bit. My family is there and I figure I can plant my roots there in a more affordable life that will also allow me flexibility to start traveling more. Living so far from home, I'd spend at least 2 of my "big trips" to go back home to visit family. I love them obviously, but I'd also like to use some of that time off to go explore the world. After 8 years in Los Angeles, I've done enough exploring of Southern … [Read more...]
2020 Working Airbnb Coupon Code [Existing User Discounts Too]
Airbnb is already way more affordable than a hotel. Throw in an Airbnb coupon code and some other discounts below and you'll be able to keep some money aside to treat yourself to better meals and experiences on your next travels.I am the epitome of a frugal traveler, so I've almost made a game out of getting the most from my Airbnb coupon code along with other discounts. This is my version of extreme couponing. The Biggest Airbnb Coupon Code for New UsersNew customers just signing up for Airbnb qualify for a $40 discount off of their first booking through the app or website. That can be used towards your first Airbnb rental or even an Airbnb Experience. This promo code only works for new users and the first rental needs to be used on at least a $75 booking.At the minimum, … [Read more...]
The Best Gifts for Travelers Ideas (2018 Edition)
Want to see my updated traveler gift list? Check it out here!These are all good gift ideas for travelers based on lots of the things that are essential for my travels or what I want to buy when I save up some money for more trips. They are all either dream items for traveling that I want or things that I need as a solo traveler, but expensive versions of them. That, or they are some things I want but just can't justify buying right now. Traveler Gift Ideas Under $25 Moleskin Travel Journal / Trip Planner - $20Travelers love to document their journeys and look back on them for some great memories abroad. While there are many different travel journals out there, this is one of my favorites. It is a Moleskin book so you know it is good quality. I like the "nutmeg brown" option … [Read more...]