278. Budgeting For Summer Travel

2026-03-24 · 28 min · episode 278 · 11 entities

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Link in episode "278. Budgeting For Summer Travel": https://going.sjv.io/c/1408818/3039272/10802
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Link in episode "278. Budgeting For Summer Travel": https://going.sjv.io/c/1408818/3039272/10802

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Summer travel is something most of us look forward to all year. But without a plan, it can leave you with a maxed-out credit card and a lot of financial stress to come home to. In this episode of Financial Feminist, I'm breaking down exactly how to budget for summer travel so you can enjoy your trip without the money anxiety hanging over you the whole time. I'll walk you through how to set a realistic trip cap before you ever open a flight search tab, why travel is a known predictable expense and not just a fun splurge, and how to build a sinking fund so the money is already there when it's time to book. If you’re craving a getaway this summer, I'm giving you a step-by-step framework, plus my favorite money-saving tools and practical tips, so you can travel well and come home financially intact. *Important note: this episode was recorded in January 2026, before the increase in gas prices My favorite tool for finding flight deals: https://going.sjv.io/c/1408818/3039272/10802 Get my Bill Breakthrough scripts: https://herfirst100k.com/bill-breakthrough Compare offers for Auto Insurance: https://herfirst100k.com/auto Visit https://herfirst100k.com/ffpod to get my free Travel Budgeting Spreadsheet! See my credit card recommendations: https://herfirst100k.com/credit-cards 00:00 Intro 00:16 Why Summer Travel Feels So Expensive 02:50 Step 1: Set Your Total Trip Cap 03:49 A Budget Is Not a Killjoy 05:46 Let Flight Deals Decide Where You Go 07:55 Step 2: Break the Trip Into Real Categories 12:22 Step 3: Plan Backwards 15:13 Step 4: Cut Costs Without Ruining the Trip 17:48 Book Experiences in Advance & Pick Your Splurges 19:21 Use Credit Card Points 19:58 What to Do If You Can't Afford the Trip You Want 22:05 Travel Is Part of a Rich Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices