My Top Travel Resources
After travelling full-time for over 3 years now and living in 6+ countries around the globe, I’ve become an expert on travel resources.
I have compiled this list of my top travel resources. Use my tried and tested favourites to ensure your next trip abroad is stress-free.
👉 These are the same resources I personally use for my travels!
How to find cheap flights
Kiwi – Kiwi is my bread and butter for finding cheap flights. It’s extremely customizable, so you can let it tell you when to travel and what countries are cheapest to visit.
Expedia – I’ve found amazing deals for my trips on Expedia. They offer competitive prices, and their website is user-friendly. I always check out their deals before booking any flights or hotels.
Best Accommodation Resources
Booking.com – Basically very hotel you’ve ever thought of is listed on booking.com. I use Booking.com when I know where I want to stay and need the cheapest price.
Trusted Housesitters – Want 100% free accommodation around the world? Exchange your services watering plants or feeding dogs to get a free place to stay. I do this regularly and LOVE it. Get 25% off TrustedHousesitters annual Memberships with the link above + code SHEKNOWSISLANDS. ⇨ More Info on how to become a House Sitter
Rental Car & Transportation Resources
DiscoverCars – Discover Cars compares the prices for a vehicle from a variety of suppliers to ensure you get the cheapest rate.
Omio – I use Omio to find the best and easiest connections when traveling by train.
Flixbus / FlixTrain – For cheap travel within Europe, FlixTrain or FlixBus is my go-to provider. Travel may take a little longer than by regular train service, but the rates are unbeatable!
Ferryhopper – When taking the ferry, I do check and compare rates and availability on the Ferryhopper platform. They have over 500 destinations in 26 countries and all ferry schedules including direct & indirect connections between islands.
Best Tours
Get your Guide – Get Your Guide is my favorite platform to book organised tours and trips in Europe
Viator – Viator is my 2nd go-to-tool for Tours. The platform makes it easy, with transparent ratings and epic options around the world.
Travel Essentials
Airolo SIM-Card – It may be cheaper buying a SIM Card locally upon arrival, but I am lazy and want connection as soon as I arrive. Airolo offers digital data packs via eSIM for over 200 countries/regions!
Power Bank -I never go on a trip without a power bank because I use my phone for pictures and directions, and it always runs out of battery. For city trips or whenever I need to travel light, I use my INIU Power Bank. For longer hiking trips, I highly recommend the Hiluckey Wireless Solar Powerbank, which gives me power for a week.
Hiking Essentials
I am a Brand Ambassador for FALKE as I truly believe in what that German Company stands for and their products. They are very famous for their high quality and long living leg wear.
Honestly, their staff is not the cheapest but due to the quality, I buy things once and then, never again. That makes me save again. I just love their variety of different socks for the individual outdoor activity and as they feel so great, I wear them every day.
These days, FALKE offers a lot more, like T-Shirts, Sweaters, Leggings and very comfy Base Layers. But you will have to try them for yourself, and you can thank me later.
Barefoot Shoes – For all Occasions
I’ve been wearing barefoot shoes for years, and Vivobarefoot is my go-to brand. Their shoes offer maximum freedom of movement, including the freedom your feet have in the shoes, a flexible sole, and a real connection to the ground.
They aren’t the cheapest, but their durability makes them worth it. I buy once and wear them for years – saving money and resources.
Vivobarefoot has options for every activity: hiking boots with grip, trail runners, lightweight sneakers, and sturdy trail shoes. Plus, they focus on sustainable materials.
If you’ve never tried barefoot shoes, give them a shot – you won’t look back!
