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What is Smart Travel and who are the hosts?
Hi there, I'm Megan Coyle. And I'm Sally French. Welcome to Smart Travel, where we help you make your travel budget work smarter because who doesn't love more trips for less money?
How do the hosts approach travel advice?
Exactly. On this show, we don't just hand out travel advice, we break it down. Want to know if that fancy airline credit card is worth it? Curious whether it's better to book direct or through a third-party site? We've done the research and crunched the numbers to give you the information you need to decide what's right for you.
What topics do the travel experts cover?
We're your financially savvy friends who love to travel. Plus, we'll dive into topics like loyalty programs, seasonal booking strategies, and even whether travel insurance is really worth it or just another way to burn your budget.
How to make travel fun and budget-friendly?
And don't worry, we'll keep it fun. We're travel nerds, not travel snobs. One week, we'll break down how to snag a first class seat using points. And the next, we'll tell you how Sally managed to turn flight delays into a mini Denver vacation and 45 bucks in Starbucks gift cards.
Spoiler, it involves a lot of chocolate covered raisins.
So whether you're planning your next getaway or just love staying ahead of the travel game, hit that follow button. We've got practical tips, expert interviews, and plenty of hot takes to help you travel smarter, not harder.
Your passport will thank you and so will your wallet.
Follow Smart Travel on your favorite podcast app and we'll see you on the runway.
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