How I Afford to Travel 💸 + Tips for Traveling on a Budget

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[@goalfreak3923]

Travel, increasing my income, and taking full control over my life is the main points on my vision board. The reason being is because my whole life I have been in mandatory public schools and raised in a poor family who doesn't care about these things but I'm going to break out of my comfort zone and expand my confidence! If it wasn't for my vision board Idk where I would be! This will be my first time flying in a plane!

[@marsielajones5646]

Goal Freak I’m in the exact situation like u. My family never cared about these things either and I thought I would be like them and go to college get a job and then work for ever but Instead I decided that I’m gonna work save up For a 1 ur and half or maybe 2 years then travel as long as I can even if my family doesn’t support me cuz it’s something I really want to do with my life

[@lilabrissette5473]

You go!

[@lynnly2406]

Good luck!! I wish you the best

[@talktothesand88]

@@marsielajones5646 I'm exactly the same I guess we are the breakaway kids haha. Well I'm 33 now and have only travelled to Spain twice in my whole life. Awful i know but the beginning must start of my solo travel adventure. I don't know what to do or where to go but I'm just going to do it.

[@noahm44]

Let God take control my friend. We have pride and it's a false sense of independence and liberation but submission to Christ is freedom from the bondage of sin. 💜

[@AmandaNicole75]

Taking a leap and choosing travel over social norms is a risk worth taking. You’re an inspiration!

[@Aallinlimo]

Travel creates experiences, thats why your very mature for your age!! Living the American dream, Well done 🤙

[@TessFlorio]

thank you!! ☺️

[@pelanamcforlin9091]

Yeah

[@jacobhaarala6744]

amibamiboo 🤧🤧🤧😭😭😂

[@narcabusevictimgermany9687]

I am German and it’s also my Lifestyle. Why American dream?

[@tactlessraccoon5280]

@@narcabusevictimgermany9687 because most people have to be dreaming to believe it

[@urlocalloser4921]

I love that she’s genuinely thankful about making money from youtube. A lot of youtubers are super cocky and just seem to blow off the fact they make a ton off of youtube, she seems so humble and happy. Love it!!!

[@berkleeryann]

your thumbnails are always the cutest!

[@TessFlorio]

thanks berklee 💕

[@MrMineHeads.]

What's cute about a stock photo of a passport and a map?

[@anand_0621]

@@MrMineHeads. I really don't know 😅

[@razwanahmed89]

- incognito mode - google flights - skyscanner - expedia - kiwi.com - hostelworld - airbnb

[@LaurenRoberta]

I want to travel so badly so this was super helpful

[@ArtsyDaffy10]

Was so inspire by this! I love travelling myself but ofc money is not easy to come by. This gave me the motivation to actually do the things I'm passionate about. Thank you Tess, keeping being you. MUCH LOVE xo

[@cinthiaduenas4976]

This video was super inspirational! I’m currently in my last year of college and I want nothing more than to travel! I’m kinda in the same boat you were in! I’m majoring in Psychology but I really want to travel! This gave me hope! ☺️

[@TessFlorio]

ahh that's awesome! thanks so much for watching! :)

[@Niconicoshizuko]

I made the mistake of travelling south east Asia for 2 1/2 months and now I can’t stop thinking about travelling more 😭 It was the best experience I have ever had and I want to go back but I also have so many other places I want to see

[@2riel]

Which countries did you visit, if you don’t mind me asking!? 😁

[@thatswhatisaidCA]

Curious: has your income from YT drastically changed since the changes made? Many YTbers are complaining, or no longer using YT as a significant income. Thanks for the video! Very inspiration!

[@sofiamachado5839]

Next time you travel you should do a what I pack in my suitcase video! And packing tips:)

[@TessFlorio]

definitely!!

[@taylorchristinee]

i can genuinely say you are my favorite youtube and you inspire me soo much!

[@LolaBeautiful]

I love the way you express yourself ! I’m French and you’re so easy to understand

[@Happinessismyonlyaim]

i just discovered you through this video and i want to say thank you so much for this video cutie, it really helps ! Travelling is so important especially when you are young ! I'm french and I'm currently in Canada to enhance my english level and I never thought that at the age of 19 y.o I will be able to go away from my family, on my own in totally different environement. I recommend this expericence to everyone, because you become very mature/wise at the end !

[@twincate]

You seem so down to earth and personable! I love that you took the time to give personal details about your income, even though you absolutely didn't owe that explanation to any of us.

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much caitlin ❤️

[@darinabishop2843]

Thank you so much for making this video! I always go to your channel when I'm looking for inspiration and tips. I've been watching you for a year now, just dreaming about the day I'd get to travel myself. Now as I'm about to graduate high school, I'm finally getting the chance to plan my first trip!! This video is exactly what I was looking for and has given me some perfect advice. You've been always been a massive inspiration to me and I can't thank you enough for that. Keep doing you, I love it xoxoxox

[@thegabrielafl_]

I find out your channel a year ago, when I was planning what to do on my trip to Costa Rica, and now, you have 100 K subscribers! I love how you have grown up in numbers and it motivates me, because I saw your process! I have a personal goal this 2018, to dedicate more time to my KZbin channel. ✨

[@Wolfscarz]

I’ve been wanting to see how so many people can explore the world while on the budget and this has helped! Amazing video 🧚‍♀️💗

[@avnisharma2244]

Girl you're so amazing😍 I too fall in the similar category. Saved up a few bucks, went on a solo trip and started a KZbin channel just 2 months back! All the best! Love from India❤

[@jiwonkim5315]

I do the same: it’s important to know what to do, but i decide my itinerary when i get there. Flexibility in planning gives you more fun in the end ❤️

[@abbyroxanne]

thank you for these wonderful tips! let's get you 100k!! so proud of youuuu

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much abby 💕

[@claudlevick]

I was just trying to find a video like this & you uploaded yours! Thanks Tess

[@TessFlorio]

ahh awesome!! thanks so much for watching! :)

[@FarinaAguinaldo.]

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS VIDEO!

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much farina!! XO

[@talkingtoalison]

I really admire your personality

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much girly ❤️

[@lowennajarvis2149]

This was so helpful! Me and my mum are currently planning 4 trips (New York, Australia, Paris and Italy) and budgeting is very tricky!!! ❤️

[@Andjoun]

Thank you Tess for all these tips to travel ! With my family we traveling a lot so it's a really good idea of video. Love u

[@travelstorieswithmoush]

Thanks Tess, for video about solo travelling in budget. Travelling in budget is very crucial especially when you are going to a place you have never visited.

[@FeliciaBaron]

This touches so much on what I'm feeling right now. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@lilycmiller]

Just found your videos! You’re the cutest and so real love it!

[@FromDiamWithLove]

Same!!! I use a lot of these tips as well! (I'm a budget travel blogger so I'm always looking for cheap flights and error fares) great video!

[@Shan72393]

I'm finally traveling abroad! Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam for a month. I LOVE your travel vlogs!

[@skylershugrue8919]

Thanks Tess! This video had great tips and was really helpful. Your videos are always amazing!

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much skyler ❤️

[@pearldesouza4408]

Hey Tess! Your travel videos are so good in quality. I was wondering what camera you use? I’m a new subscriber so I’m not sure if you have mentioned it before or not. Love your videos

[@CaylieandTim]

Loved this video! Such good advice, and you are very well spoken! xoxo, Caylie

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much caylie 💕

[@sushmitakashyap3542]

I absolutely loved this video. I was some random person looking for some travel tips and your video really helped me in planning a full-fledged trip. Thanks :-)

[@RawRcupcakeloveRawR]

I love this! Thanks for the tips, I love traveling and I''m always looking for more affordable ways to travel!

[@najathnajath4573]

Hi

[@razanadarbeh5675]

Omg why am i just now coming across your videos? You seem so sweet aw❤️this was seriously sooo helpful ! Thank u:)

[@joseph123473]

Love this! When we were travelling in Cambodia and in Koh Rong, our friends and us went on a private fishing day trip for $25 and it was amazing!!

[@emelieolin]

You have such an amazing vibe! Love this video 🙌🏽

[@isobellewilliams8728]

This is so inspiring!! I just graduated high school & this vid has motivated me to work hard to achieve my travel goals!! Thank u❤

[@TessFlorio]

ah thanks so much belle! XO

[@nicolebuttrick]

New to your channel and like the video before even watching because of the anticipation of great answers to all my travel and money saving tips!

[@user-pv8jh2qw8v]

yessss tess!!!! i love you and i love your videos

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much ❤️

[@annetteacuzar9722]

how can someone be this gorgeous? gggggggooosh

[@TessFlorio]

ahh thank u love ❤️

[@majdaaurora7536]

Straightforward honest and short usful video thank you so much, it was really helpful

[@sashak2887]

Air BnB is one of my favorites as well! My mother and I always use it. It is the perfect way to experience the place you are visiting for cheap! We like to bring groceries if we are driving or if it is quite far away by car we stop by the nearest grocery store and fill up the refrigerator with cheap items like pasta and marinara sauce, salads, and sandwich necessities. In my opinion, traveling for food is not that important. We do go out and try the food maybe eat at a restaurant or two but we never get breakfast lunch and dinner. Eating out adds up in expensive areas like you said but if you are traveling to see the place and experience it I don't think giving up the food is such a big deal... I would rather go zip lining than eat some 5-star restaurant.

[@autumn7247]

You’re such an inspiration to me. My dream is to travel the world and experience different cultures and meet new people so this video was definitely helpful

[@classicjm]

Loved this video, I was taking notes the whole time ! lol thanks for the tips

[@taylorapolonio]

How often do you travel solo? What parts of traveling solo should I not be so scared about and what are some things I should keep in mind? How do you find people to travel with?

[@TessFlorio]

I honestly don't travel completely solo that often, usually I'm with a friend! but I'm most likely going on a big solo trip in january! :) one thing I've learned though is when you're traveling on your own, it is so so soo easy to meet new people if you put yourself in the right situations and then all of a sudden you don't feel alone at all anymore! but of course just always be cautious in new settings! & most of the time, I just find a friend who wants to travel with me!

[@user-MS685]

what a great video! another tip - I also land up saving up on unnecessary expenses like atm fees etc abroad - using apps like ATM Fee Saver - it helps find atms abroad with no fees or lower fees than others along with withdrawal limits etc. worth adding to your list of tricks!

[@eclaire.sparkle4911]

Thanks for this helpful video! I’m going to the Netherlands soon too, and I’m so excited!!

[@TessFlorio]

ooo awesome!! :))

[@chicacheca]

so good and helpful, thanks for sharing those tipps, Tess!

[@elie6740]

Yes i love airbnb's too! Such a helpful video😊 also i would love to see a life update video!

[@TessFlorio]

thanks elina!!

SO PRETTTTTYYYY😍

[@ALLIENYC]

Thanks for the Incognito tip, I have experienced flights going up so this is good to know

[@miriamgonzalez6128]

So much good travel advice! Thank you. 🤓

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much for watching 💕✨

[@postcardsfromabi]

Wow this is so inspiring!! Thank you! ❤️

[@tiatia947]

I just downloaded kiwi! Have you ever booked one of the really cheap flights from the app? I just wanna know if it’s legit haha cause it sounds too good to be true!!

[@hraemcearchern]

all your travel videos make me wanna drop out of college and just save money and travel! I'm in the same boat where I've realized that i dont really enjoy what I'm getting my degree in like i thought i would, but I'm two semesters from graduating and have taken out loans so i need to at least finish it out. I've def been traveling more locally this past year though and you've been a huge inspiration to that! once i save up money for a good camera, you best bet ill be making videos like this one day

[@TessFlorio]

i feeeel you!! it’s so worth i️t to finish school though :) you’re almost to the finish line 👌

[@talkingtoalison]

I want a video with mystery Bali boy!!!

[@talkingtoalison]

You’re almost at 100k!!

[@TessFlorio]

eeek! ❤️

[@kadidjaskorner5916]

So helpful, well said and highly informative! Thank you

[@haizeaibanez7288]

I love this so much!!!!! Is super helpful, Thank you Tess!

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much for watching!! XO

[@ivi122]

I know how she can afford to travel...she has no kids lol. That adds to the expenses. I wish I traveled when I was younger before kids

[@whyjustwhy2168]

ivi122 yes I have yet to see a single with kids traveler....ehh not gonna happen. It's kinda a hassle too. Only people with kids understand.

[@ivi122]

maria thiede exactly...it is harder with kids and more expensive too

[@whyjustwhy2168]

ivi122 the ultimate sacrifice lol.....of coarse worth it but so trying at times. And I don't have anyone asking to see him or watch him. I have to ask and I only do that when I am working. That is my "break"

[@ivi122]

maria thiede I hear ya. I’m at stay at home mom. My 2 kids are 15 and 8 years old. We go on a week vacation in the summer and also several weekend getaways but it’s usually between 3-5 hrs from home. We’ve never been out of USA and I would love to go to Europe one day with my kids. I can afford to go by myself or with my partner but not all of us. The first time I go to Europe I want to go with my kids too...then if I go again I wouldn’t mind going with my parter only.

[@ivi122]

Actually I’ve been to Puerto Rico because I was born and raised there until I was 16 but that’s it lol

[@taylophoto461]

This video was not only helpful but also inspirational :)

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much taylor 💗

[@clairerhodes3899]

This was so helpful! I’m planning to start travelling more after I graduate too😊

[@luciatarkova5402]

Thank you so much beautiful soul for creating this video ! I really enjoyed it 🌺🌺🌺😘

[@bellabarrato9797]

I am a couple years late to this video but wow I relate to you so much. I am currently a senior in college graduating in 3 years as well! I was also a year younger initially so I am graduating at 20 also :) I am planning on moving to Hawaii for a while and doing Workaways all over the world. This was super informative and helpful! Thank you so much!

[@CathyXO]

Glad this was in my recommended! Subscribed.💗✨

[@noa9266]

workaway is also really good. it's a site with locals all around the world who provide food and accommodation for travellers in exchange for 3-5 hours work a day

[@fabsiii226]

Omg I just turned 20 and I will finish my education in summer and I am exactely at the point wehere you were 😊 It is the first time that you can decide what you really want to do thats what I told all of the people around me for the last couple of months omg you are just like me 😍 I use almost the same words as you did (but in german 😉) THANKS FOR THIS VIDEO!!

[@talktothesand88]

This is soo soo good. Thank you.

[@francescaj]

so so insightful 🦋

[@nettybanfield7547]

This was so so helpful! Thank you x

[@bricelyliriano8437]

Loved this video 💕💕 so much info

[@emmamason777]

Love this video. Thank you for the tips!

[@QuynhHo]

Hopper is another great app to use. It will notify you when your flight prices goes up or down 🤩

[@thegoldenchilidog1097]

Love this! Keep doing you

[@TessFlorio]

thanks gail! :)

[@thegirlandthecoconut1500]

Great suggestions. I hadn’t heard of several of the sites and apps you mentioned.

[@TessFlorio]

ahh thank you!! :) happy to hear!

[@kaila.gregg4]

This video was so helpful and beneficial thank you so much!!

[@TessFlorio]

thanks so much for watching!! :)

[@allybenedict346]

my boyfriend and I are leaving for costa rica in a week! any particular beaches/places that we should see?

[@TessFlorio]

ahh so many!! la fortuna, manuel antonio, tamarindo, jacó. there is so much to do but a lot of i️t is spread out so definitely depends on what area you will be in!!

[@margadoc]

hey tess!! your journal is really pretty!! where’d you get it?

[@Laura.v.b]

All these tips are great! I used most of these for my travels. One tip is to check out local deal websites. So for people traveling to NZ I suggest bookme and grab one. You can get great deals on tours activities food and things like that 😃

[@TessFlorio]

ahh awesome!! thanks so much laura ✨

[@starsaligned8440]

I feel just like u. I want to do business and communication in college... I just graduated high school and I thought I'd use that to be a PR but I keep realizing that's not what I want to do cuz I've always wanted to travel and explore and live life not in a 9-5 job you know. I've always wanted to start a KZbin channel and I want to travel so thank u so much for motivating me right now to know that I can accomplish my goals and dreams. I REALLY needed this

[@littleworldofeline]

This is so inspirational!

[@TessFlorio]

yay thanks so much for watching ❤️

[@eddtodd3998]

LittleWorldOfEline I

[@Stefaniec9]

This was SO helpful. Thank you!!

[@numbness3862]

I’m planing a trip to travel to Japan from Miami it the flights are very expensive help. What app or where should I look for cheap flights?

[@candaceschadrie3872]

Do you have the information for the tour you did with the fisherman in Thailand ? That was so cheap. I’d be so interested in that! Loved your video. Thanks for all the info!!

[@NinaR478]

Early ay. I missed your videos!

[@TessFlorio]

❤️❤️❤️

[@1AllIHaveIsChrist1]

Honestly, I went to a travel agent on the weekend, just to have their perspective on flights. Then I spent multiple days, literally living on my phone, looking at flight prices from different dates, different lengths of time and angles, and directions blah blah blah. And I concluded that the flight agent honestly had the best deal for me. I was basically getting the same price that they were giving me maybe $100 cheaper. And with that much of a difference, I decided it’s best to go through the agent this time around. I told the support online flights depending on what you’re doing. But sometimes travel agents are helpful too :-) I’ve done both. And yes, I did look at Google flights and kayak and what not.

[@1alexcody]

tips start at 4:30

[@luisdiz8303]

God bless you

[@elliciatidy7523]

Love this video, so helpful!

[@KelsVaughne]

love that you searched in Byron! My husband and I are currently based there 😻

[@TessFlorio]

ahh awesome! I'm planning on going in january! :)

[@KelsVaughne]

no way! you're going to love it here! let us know when you come and we can meet up for a drink or do some exploring xx

[@anniewanttobe]

what are you doing now in the Netherlands?

[@nillaislawatie1043]

this was super helpful !!

[@jessicawatson2966]

Thanks so much for the tips! Could you tell us your opinion about metasearch engines like HotelsCombined, Staypia, etc? Hostels are also good but I want to compare hotel rates, too

[@NelliBeen]

wow thank you so much for recommending kiwi i just found a flight from london to new delhi for 500$!!! Insane!

[@ashleymuenchau7694]

This is so neat. I'm actually at the airport going to North Carolina from Nebraska to see my army boyfriend. It's been 4 and a half months since I've seen him last so I'm really excited!

[@whereivecame5506]

I will defiantly be using that kiwi app!! I'm so broke but need to get away from my town for a while! A break is needed!!

[@ruthsdyspraxiacontent4018]

This was so helpful, thank you! Just out of interest, do you live alone when you're not travelling?