Get motivated to create a vacation fund and stick to your travel goals! When I decided years ago to prioritize travel, one of the most empowering steps I took was establishing a dedicated vacation fund, a special bank account solely for my travel savings. Learn practical tips for managing a dedicated vacation fund.   Episode Sponsor - Thrifty Traveler Join tens of thousands of travelers who love getting cheap flight alerts by subscribing today. Visit thoughtcard.com/thrifty and use the promo code 'TC10' to save $10 on your first year of Thrifty Traveler Premium.   Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:  Why You Need a Travel Fund – Episode 2 10 Ways To Travel Without Getting Into Debt – Episode 143 Ways To Save Money Traveling and Cut Costs (blog post)  Must-Read Budget Travel Books (blog post)    Read My Books:  We Are Financially Savvy Travelers  Affording Travel: Saving Strategies For Financially Savvy Travelers Traveling With a Full-Time Job Managing Your Money As A New Homeowner  Iceland: Nature, Nurture & Adventure    Connect With Danielle Desir Corbett:  Join my newsletter: https://thethoughtcard.substack.com/  Website: www.thoughtcard.com  Follow on Instagram: @thedanielledesir   Work With Me: Email thethoughtcard@gmail.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries.    Resources For Financially Savvy Travelers:  GigSky is a powerful eSIM that provides service in over 190 countries, both at sea, and in-flight. Avoid high roaming fees and connect to Wi-Fi at all times while traveling. Save 10% using the promo code 'THETHOUGHTCARD10' Thrifty Traveler Premium for finding cheap flights and mistake fares.  CardPointers for figuring out which credit card to use to maximize points and miles. Save 30% using our link.  SafetyWing for travel medical insurance in your home country or anywhere you travel.   Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma for learning how to trade in the stock market as a day trader or swing trader.  Get Outdoors 101 by Olivia Christine teaches you how to confidently plan outdoor adventures so you can unplug and de-stress. For $50 OFF, use the promo code ‘ThoughtCard50.’ Knack Bags for stylish and functional backpacks perfect for weekend trips, business travel, or carry-on; laptop storage space and pack enough clothes for a 3-4 night trip.   Books Worth Reading  12 Trips In 12 Months by Jen Ruiz  Hues of Africa by Tiffany Heard We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers Your Journey To Financial Freedom by Jamila Souffrant Financially Lit by Jannese Torress    Podcasting Gear and Equipment:  ATR2100x Dynamic Microphone Sony Dynamic Stereo Headphones Ausha for podcast hosting  Streamyard for streaming and high-quality studio recording Swell AI for episode descriptions, show notes, and social copy