195. Is Budget Travel Still Possible? What You Need To Know in 2026 Feat. Matthew Kepnes
Think travel is too expensive in today's economy? Think again.
I'm joined by Matthew Kepnes, a.k.a. Nomadic Matt, to explore whether budget travel is still possible in 2025 and beyond.
Read blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/travel-tips-matthew-kepnes/
We get into:
• Money-saving tips that still work
• Travel hacks that no longer do
• Surprising destinations where your dollar stretches way farther than you'd expect
Back in 2005, one trip to Thailand changed Matt's 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 travelers explore the world smarter, cheaper, and longer through his blog, books, and courses.
🎧 Tune in to hear what's really possible when it comes to affordable travel today — and how you can make your travel dreams a reality, even on a budget.
Resources Mentioned:
• How To Travel the World on $75 a Day - practical, detailed, exhaustively researched travel advice that will help you get on the road better, cheaper, and smarter.
Connect with Matthew Kepnes
Website: nomadicmatt.com
Instagram @nomadicmatt
Other Episodes You'll Love
• How To Find Cheap Flights with Thrifty Traveler Premium - Episode 70
• Best Travel Newsletters To Save You Time and Money - Episode 176
• Backpacking For Beginners with Will Hatton - Episode 138
Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett
Website: www.thoughtcard.com
Follow on Instagram: @thedaniellecorbett
Follow on Threads: @thedaniellecorbett
Work With Me:
Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.
Mentioned in this episode:
Check out the Smart Travel Podcast
This week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:
Smart Travel Podcast
Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world
This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com.
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I'm joined by Matthew Kepnes, a.k.a. Nomadic Matt, to explore whether budget travel is still possible in 2025 and beyond.
Read blog post: https://thoughtcard.com/travel-tips-matthew-kepnes/
We get into:
• Money-saving tips that still work
• Travel hacks that no longer do
• Surprising destinations where your dollar stretches way farther than you'd expect
Back in 2005, one trip to Thailand changed Matt's 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 travelers explore the world smarter, cheaper, and longer through his blog, books, and courses.
🎧 Tune in to hear what's really possible when it comes to affordable travel today — and how you can make your travel dreams a reality, even on a budget.
Resources Mentioned:
• How To Travel the World on $75 a Day - practical, detailed, exhaustively researched travel advice that will help you get on the road better, cheaper, and smarter.
Connect with Matthew Kepnes
Website: nomadicmatt.com
Instagram @nomadicmatt
Other Episodes You'll Love
• How To Find Cheap Flights with Thrifty Traveler Premium - Episode 70
• Best Travel Newsletters To Save You Time and Money - Episode 176
• Backpacking For Beginners with Will Hatton - Episode 138
Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett
Website: www.thoughtcard.com
Follow on Instagram: @thedaniellecorbett
Follow on Threads: @thedaniellecorbett
Work With Me:
Email [email protected] for brand partnerships and business inquiries.
Mentioned in this episode:
Check out the Smart Travel Podcast
This week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:
Smart Travel Podcast
Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the world
This podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com.
Voyascape Podcast Network