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$99 Fares to Iceland!
Ever wanted to go to Iceland? Got a couple hundred bucks? Live in or could you easily get to Boston or Baltimore? Then go! (more…)
Trips, Tips, and Tricks
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A Traveler’s Manifesto: Travel Rules to Live By
I consider myself a world traveler and in doing so, there are some guidelines I should strive to live by in order to make the most of it and not be considered an ass in the mean time. I recommend you do the same. (more…)
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Let’s Rank Airline Programs
What makes a frequent flier program standout? No loyalty program is ideal for everyone, but choosing one that best matches your lifestyle can help you maximize your chances of earning and redeeming meaningful rewards.
U.S News has given their ranking of the different airline programs out there. As a travel hacker based in Portland, Oregon, my ranking is a good amount different and I’ll explain why. (more…)
Tools
My Favorite Tools: Credit Karma
This is my third of a few posts I’ll be doing that highlights some tools I use for “travel hacking.” The first is here. The second is here.
If you’ve ever wondered what you’re credit score is, but you don’t want to have to pay for it, well look no further, go to CreditKarma.com and get your FREE credit score from two of the three credit profile companies out there. (more…)
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Why I Love TSA Pre✓
I’ve had TSA Pre✓ (Check) available via my Global Entry card since the end of 2012 and since then, going to the airport has never been a chore – in most cases, it’s excellent! (more…)
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Travel is a Privilege
Not everyone is able to travel. No tip, mindset change, or advice can help many who dream of travel achieve it. Those of us who travel are a privileged few.
My last post, I enjoyed that science has confirmed it’s okay to spend all your money on travel. I’ve been lucky enough to travel much of my adult life and I’m privileged to do so; however, I worked hard to get here. (more…)
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Science Has Confirmed It’s Okay To Spend All Your Money On Travel
We’ve been telling people this for years – now finally there’s some science to back us up. Recent psychological research from Cornell University in New York has confirmed that the key to happiness is through experiences rather than things.
Biking
Bridge Pedal 2015: 3rd Friendiversary
Last Sunday, I enjoyed my fourth time biking over all the bridges that cover the Willamette River in Portland in a bicycle ride called the Bridge Pedal. I love bringing new people on this ride and sharing it with old ones. Rubbo and myself met on this ride through our friend Paige in 2012 making this mine and Rubbo’s fourth ride together and our three year friendiversary!
Thanks to Chris, Devon, Michael, Teri, Ilona, and Corey for doing this ride with us! You are awesome. 36 miles, 11 bridges, and one sore ass later, we did it! (more…)
Locations
Destination Wedding: Riviera Maya
I just got back from Mexico a couple days ago. Akumal, Mexico in fact. Destination wedding was the primary reason, but for a bonus I enjoyed a fantastic vacation meeting some awesome people and enjoying a chance to relax. Unlike the majority of my travels, I didn’t feel like I needed a vacation for my vacation (though I’d never turn one down). Most of the trip involved laying by a pool or the beach, enjoying a beverage, and excellent company. (more…)
Hikes
Hiking Helens 2015
Last weekend I went hiking to the top of Mt. St. Helens for the 4th time! My friend Ryan and I have been hiking it together since 2013 and though it’s grueling, the view from the top and the glacade down makes it all worthwhile.
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Ixa’s Birthday Dog Mountain Hike
This weekend, Ixa turned a year older and to celebrate I took her hiking up Dog Mountain with Ilona, Ryan, his wife and their dog. Ixa is a strong 75 pound pup and even though she was worn out as much as I was when we finished, she was a trooper and kept us going. (more…)
Locations
New Orleans Jazz Fest 2015
I’ve heard many great things about New Orleans, and have wanted to go for some time, so when my friend Kelly mentioned a couple weeks back at a party that he was going there for Jazz Fest, the want was written on my face. He soon asked if I’d want to join him and some others for a trip to “Noleans” to which I quickly said yes. The following day I scored a round-trip for $11.80 and some points with Southwest and was soon making it to this wild city which I truly enjoyed. (more…)
