Money

Stories about money, including losing your money and traveling on a budget.

A pile of coins from different countries, like England, France, Germany, Canada and more.

Scott’s travel budget calculator

The goal of a travel budget is NOT to spend as little as possible. The goal IS to spend intentionally on what matters most to you. I've distilled decades of travel experience into a practical tool that helps you calculate what your journey will really cost.
Vietnamese money, called Dong, piled on a colorful bed spread.

How much does it cost to cycle around the world?

How to budget for an epic journey around the world on a bicycle. This article includes guidelines and the actual budget from a real trip around the world. Would you be surprised it only cost $22 per day?
Maps and a travel guide spread on a bed, alongside colored pencils, a translator, and a notepad, suggesting travel planning.

Travel resources

Welcome to our travel resource section! These are handpicked online resources that we've found extraordinarily helpful to plan journeys of any kind. Even though this information is constantly changing and can be quite personalized, I recommend you browse the categories to get an idea of what you are missing.
The Zambia 100 and 500 Kwacha notes. And the 5, 10 and 20 Kwacha notes from Malawi.

Money: The third most important factor while traveling

Money may be the least romantic aspect of travel, but it's often the determining factor in how long your journey can last. We discuss why and where to spend your money (the philosophy). Plus, we discuss practical tips, security and tips to save money.