Hi! My name is Matthew Kepnes aka Nomadic Matt. I help people travel on a budget and have more unique cultural experiences. If that's the type of travel you love, subscribe to my newsletter and I'll help see you more for less.
Nomadic Matt’s Travel Tuesday
Reader,
Greetings from NYC! It's been a busy week but I finally feel like I am settled into the city. I have a good routine going and my schedule is sorted out. I really feel in a groove.
The big news is that I finally got health insurance that covers me in the city so I can stop paying out-of-pocket for my TB treatment. For those unfamiliar with the US healthcare system, my previous insurance only covered me in Texas because it was bought on the Obamacare marketplace. That meant any treatment out of state had to be paid for by me. The total cost of all that? $14,000!
So, I'm pretty excited to have medical coverage again as there are some further tests and treatments that we had to put off until this month. My life theme for the remainder of the year is just to get my health sorted as much as possible. Get in shape, get active, improve my bloodwork, and fight off this TB!
Finally, as I mentioned last week, we are no longer doing tours. We have some internal changes going on — employees leaving, going on maternity leave, shifting projects — so we're putting them on hold for the time being.
But we do have TWO final tours going this year in October! We have ONE spot left on our Oaxaca tour and our Mexico City tour has seven spots left. So come join us on our last tours! They are a lot of fun and we take you to a ton of local, off-the-beaten-path places.
Finally, as I am planning my fall travels (more on that next week as I need some help deciding where to go), I updated my post on how to plan a trip on a budget. Check it out!
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COOL STORIES FROM AROUND THE WEB
1. Can’t Afford to Travel? Nomadic Matt Says You’re (Probably) Wrong - I stopped by the BiggerPockets Money Podcast to share some tips and tricks for traveling on a budget.
2. Why You Might Need to Start Booking Your 2024 Vacation Now - Many travelers are already locking in their 2024 travel plans. If you want deals, it might be time to start booking!
3. Malaysia's Iconic 'Jungle Railway' - A look at one of Southeast Asia's greatest train journeys!
4. I Trekked an Entire European Country in Three Days - Liechtenstein is one of Europe's least-visited countries. This is a fun look at the country.
5. Want to Win a Free Trip to the Galapagos? - Daily Drop (a popular travel deals website run by my friends Kara and Nate) is giving away a luxury cruise to the Galapagos Islands!
NEW BLOG POSTS
Planning to travel more this year but not sure you can afford it? Here's a list of my best budget tips to help you save money & see more!
Bilt FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About My New Favorite Card
The Bilt Mastercard lets you earn points on rent without any fees. Here are the answers to some common questions I get about how this card works.
The 5 Best Hostels in Kuala Lumpur
Here are the best hostels in KL to help you have fun and save money during your trip to this incredible destination.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"Traveling’s not something you’re good at. It’s something you do. Like breathing." - Gayle Foreman
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Sincerely,
Nomadic Matt
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Hi! My name is Matthew Kepnes aka Nomadic Matt. I help people travel on a budget and have more unique cultural experiences. If that's the type of travel you love, subscribe to my newsletter and I'll help see you more for less.
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