What Are “Vacations” Really Costing You?

[@sarastephens8810]

when our kids are with us, we call it an "adventure" lol vacations are when it's just my husband and I! 😂

[@stephenmoore1541]

That's completely fair, adventures are exhausting, ask any adventurer. Vacations are all about that R&R.

[@DMS20231]

I nicknamed our travel savings account (on the bank app), “Anna’s Grand Adventure” before our recent trip.

[@emilysade5451]

Previous hotel staff here. George, the laundry bag and tea and toiletries are complementary so technically you did not have to drink. 😂

[@b.c.2836]

Where is this laundry bag? Never seen it...

[@emilysade5451]

@@b.c.2836 usually in the closet hanging up

[@jeremyorwhatever]

@@b.c.2836Motel 6 doesn’t have them.

[@kathigratton2286]

What sneak in when you have 11 hour layover by the time you’re done at a $400 bill because because you are sitting in the airport

[@kathigratton2286]

What sneak in when you have 11 hour layover by the time you’re done at a $400 bill because because you are sitting in the airpor

[@suebee1540]

How times have changed for me. In 2020 for my 60th birthday I had planned a vacation to Bali and Australia. A lot of it was going on my CC to be paid off by overtime at a later date. Then, we all know what happened and it was cancelled. Fast forward to now. I have booked a cross Canada train trip and luxury hotel stays next year for my 65th. I have not travelled anywhere since I was in my 30's so basically it will be the trip of a lifetime. I have a fully funded sinking fund for a business class flight to the east coast, hotels, train tickets and extra. I must mention that I have no debt, a good emergency fund and retirement investments.

[@chendi317]

Have a BLAST! That is one of my bucket list trips!

[@AmberBegin]

I’m a flighty attendant so pretty much a professional traveler and I’m 💯 with George! I always take the laundry bag and use it to collect my dirty clothes. I NEVER mix my clean clothes with my dirty clothes while traveling and I also can’t stand my shoes to not be bagged (or I use shower caps on the bottom of them)!

[@Joenzinator]

1) Don't rent a hotel for friends unless they pay you up front. I've been burned too many times. 2) Be aware of resort fees, parking fees, wifi fees, etc. when selecting a hotel. Surprising, I've found luxury hotels tend to nickel and dime you more. 3) Bring refillable water bottles. Spending $5 for a bottle of water adds up. 4) Getting a room with a kitchen, or staying at a hotel with complimentary breakfast can be a huge savings. 5) Most importantly, budget for extra spending so you can relax! I normally have a problem spending $15 on a cocktail, but it's not the end of the world. Just go for it 1 week out of the year.

[@DMS20231]

I traveled for years for work. Stayed in Hilton branded hotels (work payed). The more expensive the hotel, the less you get without paying. The Garden Inn gets you coffee in the lobby and free breakfast. The Hilton branded property you pay for everything.

[@Joenzinator]

@@DMS20231 I’m at a Hilton right now. I skipped the valet and self parked, and they charged me $12/day to park my own car lol. And I’m in the suburbs, not a city where it makes sense to charge for parking.

[@leilacavender4066]

So happy to have Lindsey back! But her mic needs to be on all the time. Her laugh is GOLD!!! Also driving two days to spend a week with my family at my parents house and doing just a few local touristy things and the trip is still around $1000!! Also I’m for sure a total planner where I research what we can do and eat and how much for each but then just let them all play out as they happen. I for sure want slow mornings lol.

[@consumerdebtchitchat]

I LOVE this show! You guys are so fun to watch together.

[@bythebook1548]

Traveled from Colorado to Tennessee for the Total Money Makeover this year. Ended up driving to Illinois before and after just to sleep at grandparent's house to save money on hotel stays. Definitely was a trip, but was incrediblely refreshing to my soul and motivating for my financial journey. Can't wait to return next time and make it a vacation once I'm in better financial shape! :D

[@RichardTouchfaith]

I've kept each vacation expenses in a spreadsheet for our family of four. With our net worth increases comes an increase with each vacation. Back then it was driving to National Parks and camping in a tent and cooking our meals and sandwiches. Now we are flying more and teens who eat more and desire more experiences which may cost more. But I guess the memories and experiences are priceless for us. I was raised poor and vacations was not in the vocabulary.

[@bryan_witha_whyy]

Thats a great way to handle it. Reward yourself for doing well financially. I love it.

[@dtopping5961]

Aside from great conversation, I spit out my coffee every time you guys bring up Picasso in the different episodes. IYKYK. 😆

[@RiverWoods111]

I went to Cabo San Lucas with my now ex-husband and on the way home on the plane, I remembered why I always took separate vacations from him. I left shortly after that! If you don't drink don't travel with alcoholics by the way.

[@soullessginger2637]

This is probably one of my favorite episodes! Loved the debate on what's a trip vs vacation

[@bridgettewilburn9576]

Listening as I'm booking our vacation, which shall now be called a TRIP!

[@donnahampton3632]

If any kids are along, it's a trip, even if it's a week-long.

[@WorldsofAnne]

😂🙈

[@tr925tr]

Agreed, adult "kids" included. Yep, I said it.

[@Happymavishappy]

George being completely disgusted by Rachel’s travel habits is hilarious.

[@TimDowell]

We watch the show often and love it. I mentioned to my wife this evening that Rachel and George have a new video out tonight. She replied, "Yes! It's time for More Money, Happy Times". As seniors that have followed the program and are debt free, I suppose that is exactly what it is when you execute! :) By the way, I would suffer with you regarding the cocktail.

[@mrsh2167]

I learned the hard way about vacations. I like to travel in October, when I won't be sitting in the hotel room with a/c

[@ms.drodriguez412]

I travel like George does. I show up with printed and laminated itineraries (several copies). Research is done.

[@artZkat143]

The laundry bag is the first thing I grab when I get to the hotel room if I'm staying in one with friends or family so I can make sure to have somewhere to put my laundry lol

[@caitlinstratton112]

Yes, sink sisters!! Hahahah. Love a good sink sit, get ready, rejuvenate 🤩

[@TheColleendoll]

Here is a question...Do you leave a tip for housekeeping if you stay in a hotel? I love doing this because people rarely do it and I just imagine the happy smile on someone's face when they get to my room. For Air B N B, we bring things from our home town/country and leave it on the kitchen table with a thank you note.

[@mlmonette]

“They have a wide selection” 😂 love it! I do take the toiletries included in the hotel stay - my husband hates it. 😂

[@MenealGosso]

For a long time, as the price of Chanel increased, I no longer thought I could afford it. I think I'll be happy that I have the kislux as my travel bag that I don't have to take care of. By the way, I'm sure no one will have a hard time telling the difference. Thanks for the comparison.

[@jennyhammond9261]

Camping and road trips are no longer cheap! I planned one (I think about 12-14 days) and once I saw the estimated total, I planned a month long trip to Ecuador for cheaper.

[@Presmelb]

16:19 Minneapolis !!! Love Minneapolis you’ll have a great time!!!

[@aaronhughson285]

6:15 yup!

[@abbyk8mc]

I just went on my first *adult* vacation - just a weekend in Nashville prior to a work conference and it was SO MUCH MORE expensive than I anticipated oh man

[@Emmeepie]

Last family trip to Myrtle Beach we saved on Money and cooking by heading to Costco and grabbing some fresh fruit, breakfast and lunch items and a few of their premade meals that can be thrown in the oven. We still ate out about half of the dinners but we didn't have to "cook" dinner. We were happy and saved quite a bit of money.

[@KimberlyManuel-ee3ov]

I always bring a trash bag or I take the hotel laundry bag for dirty clothes to bring home. When we plan a vacation we save for everything and we do everything on that vacation that we want to do including eating out. We take one a year and we go big. The vacation that was ok but very expensive to eat and sight see was Niagara Falls Canada. I went, I saw and did everything there was to do and I have no need to ever go back, it was my least favorite vacation we have done.

[@katiharris2364]

We are stationed at Eglin AFB and I work part time from home. We get to enjoy the beach at least once a week when the weather is nice! The only cost is gas and we pack snacks and water from home.

[@Krissylove719]

Cruising will always be a favorite all-inclusive vacation

[@katyedwards3935]

I leave for my third one in two weeks.

[@tr925tr]

@@katyedwards3935 Have the best time! Our second is booked for 2025!

[@nibekus]

I came back from the Maldives for a one week honeymoon vacation. The best part was that it was fully paid off just from my side jobs. Not once did I have to touch my main income for the honeymoon. It was my first time doing an all-inclusive resort. I had an absolutely wonderful time. Me and my wife spoke about returning back to the Maldives in the future. One week was not enough. Next time we will do a week and a half. The island resort I went to is called Siyam World. I highly recommend it. 🙂👍🏽

[@mistydawn7976]

Omg I sit on the sink just like Rachel! My friends reacted just like George 😅😂😂

[@TheColleendoll]

It is OK to take the hand towel or pillowcase if your makeup rubbed off on it. They will charge you for it any way. I recently went to an upscale hotel and I the toiletries had a specialized sent. I went to the front desk and asked for extra sets to give to my family and they were soo ok with it!

[@karenjensen2345]

Cruising is the way to go!

[@NathanCrouse611]

I haven't taken a vacation in a bit because of debt payoff. I started planning my next vacation and realized how much prices have gone up on things. My last few vacations have been road trips which end up cheaper. So adding a flight and rental car has definitely put this vacation as the most expensive vacation I've planned and that's with 9 days at a resort paid for by my boss for my 10 year anniversary at work. Doing a full two weeks, so the remainder is hotel stays, plus rental car, flight, activities, and food.

[@PCKA1987]

It’s hilarious to me, Rachel, that as into conspiracy theories as you are, you still do Disney! 😂

[@TheThreatenedSwan]

Must consoom

[@philipgerry5228]

She can afford trips to Disney.

[@PCKA1987]

@@philipgerry5228 it’s not about being able to afford. I’m talking the Freemasons connections and satanic agenda of Disney since the beginning.

[@terramoses2929]

I need a video on sleep training babies, Rachel. Please and thank you. Also love your books❤

[@sandrastryker5815]

While you’re waiting for Rachel 😊 I recommend “On Becoming Babywise” by Gary Ezzo, M.A. and Robert Bucknam, M.D. (book 1st ed. 1995 now several more in the series). After two high-risk bedrest pregnancies (full-term 🙏👍🏻) this plan worked beautifully and our girls thrived.

[@chuckannd6034]

I've had an orange Creamsicle cocktail made fresh at the bar. It was delicious!

[@aliciaeasterwood]

Y'all should have done a Bahama Mama as the drink for the episode 🍹

[@xanaxkamikaze]

My vacation involves going to a race track. That means I can camp in car. The hotels price gouge during the weekend I want to be in the area because of the event at the race track. They don't get a single penny from me. This location is over 300 miles away and I can take this 3 day vacation for less than $150 dollars.

[@brentkillian]

For me I absolutely love cruises. Best value i got was i paid for a bus tour 10 per person not part of the ship. The shore excursions can get pretty expensive though.

[@bonniehalf-elven]

I like sweet drinks, and that orange creamsicle cocktail sounds amazing!

[@voidfroze]

I’m really tired and my brain read the title as “vaccinations”….I was like wow ok they’re going there

[@Bethelgal42]

I honestly hate vacations. If im going to spend a much of money to travel somewhere else where I'll be doing all the cooking, cleaning, planning, and taking care of everything for the kids by myself while my husband relaxes, I can do that at home. Vacations are rarely relaxing for the mom.

[@DMS20231]

Experiences over stuff: Just paid cash for a 17 day vacation in a Europe for my family of three. Amsterdam, Paris, London and Belgium. Delta paid for my tickets (company travel points). Everything else was cash saved and much bargain hunting. Didn’t have to scrimp on meals or destination sights. Came back $3k under budget with that cash still in the savings account. Wouldn’t trade it for anything. Daughter is 16 and we don’t have that much easy time with her before we’re broke paying for college 😅 Don’t EVER rent a car in Europe (we didn’t). Public transportation is easy and cheap. Parking will kill you (one hotel was $40/night).

[@traceyultsch748]

You can also use the whipped vodka with Sunkist Zero and it would probably taste very similar. No dairy! 😁

[@kathyerikson637]

Kids = a trip, no kids = a vacation. We sometimes go with my daughter and family. As fun as it is it is a lot of WORK. We also take our granddaughters camping. Which also is a lot of work. Wouldn’t have it any other way

[@madiloves90]

Living in Europe now because of the military. We’re literally on our way home from Croatia as I type this. We’ve been traveling around when we can and I will 100% say every single time we don’t plan ahead our restaurants and we decide to just find something, it’s crap. Then we’ve wasted money and it makes me so mad. Food is a big experience in traveling and experiencing cultures. I want it to count and I’m done wasting money on terrible restaurants. We’ve saved money and eaten wonderfully when we research. I’ve decided to be the travel agent and let spontaneity happen with snacks or experiences as we’re doing the walking around/exploring bit. 😊

[@MilkowskiSalach]

HEY kislux !! I have been watching you for years and im so proud of where you have made it! I love you so much! Also thanks for making my day

[@paulg2132]

Disney weekend with the in-laws... neither a trip or vacation. It's torture.

[@anniealexander9616]

Last year, I had enough rewards points to cover a hotel. I chose to stay home. I enjoyed relaxing in my jetted tub, relaxing on my front porch, planting a few flowers and vegetables, enjoyed taking my daughter to lunch and some shopping. I still have some rewards left after treat my daughters and friends multiple times. So far, no trip this year. Saturday, I'm going to a free local concert and dinner. Sunday, I'm going to the river to hangout. Possible swimming, fishing, or a picnic! 🧺 🍗🍉

[@whitneyr7107]

I want Lindsay’s sweater 😍

[@elizabethwollmann1099]

Hey a stay home vacation is so peaceful and restful for the whole family, 🎉❤

[@cscorona1]

We do Disney Vacation Club. Is it the cheapest way to vacation? Hell no, but we like the fact we can book a villa with our points, book a flight, and basically not have to think about a thing after that.

[@nancybrody5896]

Go to CVS buy a chair for $15 and use it for the week. 😂

[@MilkowskiSalach]

I love kislux that on the butterfly bag it says auguri / tanti auguri which means happy birthday

[@rhondabray8948]

I use the laundry bag for dirty clothes also.

[@joanebf]

The robe part 🤣🤣🤣

[@janelleg597]

Going to miss skiing. It's too expensive now.

[@LindseyHarvell-vc4ez]

There was a dreamsickle frosty at Wendy’s for a few weeks. It was amazing

[@PowerfulMoneyHabits]

Hawaii wasn’t worth it. Weather- cold and rainy. Son had pneumonia. Hubby had a stomach thing. Took me a year to save $14,000 to pay for it. Then I had a $2000 urgent care bill for my son. Ugh!

[@bettedavis9261]

I don't blame you for your dislike of Hawaii. I, on the other hand, have been twice. Lovely weather, no one got sick or went to urgent care. This was forty years ago, two years in a row, and they were hands down my most favorite vacations of all time.

[@Trudloops]

Sorry to hear this. No wonder it wasn't a nice vacation.

[@dale116dot7]

I don’t want to lose my job by taking a vacation and finding my job gone when I get back. I don’t want to spend any money on a vacation. I haven’t taken a vacation in years, HR does get on my case occasionally for letting the unused days just pile up.

[@Devie-tx8ri]

“Don’t we all… don’t we all…” 😁

[@fwlp11]

Reminds me from Ross from Friends the amount you pair rob from hotels …. 😂

[@leonidasreviews2912]

I worked at a hotel and they washed the robes. However, that is only one hotel so who knows what other do...At that same hotel they washed the classes in the room with class cleaner, not soap so I never trust the classes in rooms.

[@josephrodriguez5218]

George sounds like my wife , Its included in the price lol . Love the show.

[@lynnbeam1959]

I always take the laundry bag

[@dnorris4733]

Wow, I don't feel so bad doing the staycation - I enjoy being home :-).

[@bellad1063]

I always take the laundry bag, can’t have shoes and dirty clothes touching my other stuff 😂.. Rachel nooo the other side you’re gonna put clean clothes back there. Nooo

[@lorettauppercue6400]

I had to search five stores to find a "reef safe" sunscreen that didn't have a certain chemical in it. Finally found one , $ 22 a bottle, for a resort on a cruise excursion. Nobody checked to see that I wasn't "poisoning" the reef or fish!

[@chemquests]

Wasted time. The dilution factor is so huge that the chemical concentration is insignificant.

[@Lauren-yq3ds]

The solution to pollution is dilution. Xoxo middle school chemistry

[@Lauren-yq3ds]

And the mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell

[@amyoverstreet4224]

There is such a thing as a family vacation! 😂

[@lyndahammel9502]

Just have a staycation at home. Eat out. Enjoy local sites.

[@kellisargent8412]

It is cheaper to travel to Europe for a week than a trip to Disney. And if you choose a not so popular country/city it can be very affordable.

[@mish4181]

boarding animals also costs extra

[@TheSilverLining22]

Rachel: “go camping” George: “that’s a bad one” Me: SAME, George! 🏕️😝

[@jasonleatherwood2172]

On vacation now its 100$ per meal family of 4 its rough

[@ekalmen]

You can also bring frozen water on flights but it needs to be completely frozen.

[@deniseharvey8924]

George if you trust them to wash the sheets and towels how is that different lol

[@bryan_witha_whyy]

I have never regretted a vacation. Even when I spent too much.

[@janelleg597]

I appreciate your grammar

[@bryan_witha_whyy]

@@janelleg597 Aww thank you 😁

[@steveclark5016]

No umbrella rental , Absolutely no Beach trip , Gotta have and I'm not lugging all that stuff down from the resort to the beach, Gladly pay for umbrella rental.

[@aliciaeasterwood]

My mom is a travel agent too 🌴

[@Ripkittymi]

Aspen trips definitely sound like a young dad Dave thing.

[@chuckannd6034]

Rule #1, dirty laundry is not to be put in the suitcase unless it's in a separate plastic bag. I don't want dirty clothes laying in the place that will hold my clean clothes for the next trip. It's the same reason you should put your shoes in a bag before putting them in the suitcase.

[@valerieferris2646]

George! Espresso martinis 🍸 don’t/shouldn’t have dairy in them!!!

[@TheColleendoll]

What about the cost when family visits and stays at your house? The grocery bill goes up (I didn't mind - LOVE big family meals at home) OR you see a family member pull out a Credit Card!! I'm like NOOOO! I Got it!!

[@bettedavis9261]

We budget $500 every month for our annual vacation, which I would consider a trip.

[@jessicamcafee961]

I want to know Rachel’s sleep training system!

[@chendi317]

When did we start defining trips vs. vacations? The majority of our "vacations" growing up and even now with my kids are "trips" to see family. Is this a new generation thing or have I missed out all these years on "vacations"?!

[@IsabellaRoss-hl6qd]

Am I the only one that does not enjoy traveling/ vacations? My husaband feels the same way. We live on a farm in Minnesota and I have never been somewhere we loved more than our own home❤

[@laundrygoddess4]

I have no yen to travel much. Once a decade is good enough for me

[@chemquests]

I’m glad you enjoy your home that much. I have always had a wanderlust, so I’m not familiar with that feeling.

[@kelmike060404]

My husband and I are the same . We hate leaving our dogs and when we come we are exhausted

[@allisonmodaff5635]

You have built a life in a place you don’t need a vacation from!

[@heididodge7526]

Me too! I love my home in small town Minnesota.

[@PinkieJoJo]

My husband is upset with me that I don’t want to plan a vacation this year. I don’t feel we need to go somewhere every year. It’s pricy and I never feel restful during or after going somewhere. I’d rather just stay home, take care of things here at home (which include dogs and chickens), swim in our own pool, and if he wants fancy food I can order carry out. 😂. We haven’t planned anything yet and he hasn’t mentioned it again. I’d rather keep saving and do a great trip next year (we have a savings account for vacations).

[@Bethelgal42]

Vacations are rarely relaxing for the mom. Husbands have no clue.

[@MesheherKim]

My vacations are mad expensive compared to my friends and I wouldn’t have it another way. I’m paying for the cabana, butler etc. idc. Life is short and I’m gonna live!!!!! My partner and I make good money and have no kids yet. So there’s that lol

[@AaronFergFerguson]

Who pays money to go to a beach?? $300 for skiing/snowboarding? MOTHER OF GOD!! Where do you go to the beach and skiing? That's crazy! Guess I'm lucky to live in the north in a peninsula state close to a pretty massive lake minutes away and a couple more minutes from a ski resort that has $20 lift tickets on Sundays.

[@Xavier-vo8xg]

Wassup to the other 1 person waiting 😊

[@consumerdebtchitchat]

dheers!

[@davidmilhouscarter8198]

Don’t forgot about them airline miles. 🛫🙄

[@hardchooligan]

Ramsey personalities "don't support bad companies that don't align with godly principles". Also ramsey personalities "i cant wait to go to disney!" 🤣

[@alqoshgirl]

Well they are out of touch with what is happening in society with the lgbtq agenda. They seem to think it’s weird to send your kids to private schools as well

[@katyedwards3935]

Huh?

[@katyedwards3935]

Huh?

[@jeremyorwhatever]

@@katyedwards3935this is code for Disney is evil for recognizing gay rights.

[@TheThreatenedSwan]

And Target

[@RebeccaMedeck]

Rachel you need to watch a VRBO commercial they say it as a word not initials

[@pamelasprugasci5385]

Where are you on time share? Vacations

[@andrewpaterson4672]

Snowboarders are the worst.

[@bevbayb3029]

Ramsey Cruise in 2025 - now that I'm definitely going to have to look into!

[@erin5115]

I really want to go!!