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Resources

I’ve put together a short list with links to resources that have helped me both in my travels and my writing career.

These are based on my most frequently asked questions through email. I hope they help you in your journey, wherever you may be!

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Regarding Travel Logistics…

Here are a few essential favorites…

Airfare:

The Flight Deal
Exit Fares
Airfare Watchdog
Google Flights
Scott’s Cheap Flights

Lodging:

Airbnb
Agoda*
(especially for travel in Asia)
Booking.com
(will often browse here even if I book directly.)

Planning: 

Rome 2 Rio
(great to plan transport from point A to point B)
Foursquare City Guides

Paying: 

The only credit card I use for travel: Chase Sapphire Reserve

Staying Connected:

Skyroam Global Wifi Device

(Readers get 10% off with code: parttimetraveler)

Global wifi for the digital nomad.

Travel Insurance:

Ever since I was robbed of $4,000+ worth of equipment while traveling in Colombia, I’ve become an even bigger proponent of travel insurance.

World Nomads is my favorite because they cover a large amount of the value of your electronics (which many of us travel with) and they have an excellent reputation. I haven’t had any issues filing claims or getting answers to my questions!
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Japan Train Travel 
Get free shipping on your Japan Rail Pass! Choose from one, two, or three weeks. However much time you have, I am certain it will save you lots of money on transportation costs there.
Travel Gear:
I’ve compiled all of my tried-and-tested, most trusted travel gear here:
Part-Time Traveler Essentials Shop

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Photo Equipment

I recently upgraded my camera gear to the Sony A7Rii. This has been the best full-frame camera for the variety of shots I take around San Francisco and on my travels.

From The Blog:

my own take on: << how to find cheap flights >>

<< download my packing list >>

ptt packing list preview

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Based on your feedback, I am in the process of providing more itinerary posts, particularly for the two to four week timeframe we often get as part-time travelers.

Below are the itineraries I have published so far.

<< itineraries >>

itineraries by part time traveler

Freelancing:

See where I learned about courage, career, and doing what you love (including freelance writing)

<< unconventional guides >>

(practical tips for world domination, from Chris Guillebeau)

Turn Your Creativity Into A Career

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Blogging:

The support and knowledge for travel blogging I wish I had found sooner…

<< how to start + grow a travel blog >>

Super Star Blogging

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Lots of you love my site’s design! When I first started out I used features from other blogs for inspiration. I’ve spent hundreds of hours researching and customizing what you see here.

Check out my preferred

<< blog layout and theme >> and << website hosting >>

What else do you want to see here?  Contact me.

*Some resources are affiliate links, which means that if you find them useful I will get a small contribution to my travel fund at no additional cost to you.
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I’m Anne! I spend part of my time traveling the world and the other part living in my soul city, San Francisco.

I have a love for all things travel. I also have a love for nesting. I do NOT believe the two have to be mutually exclusive. If you seek that balance…you’ve come to the right place.

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Not Como but…Iseo! Looking to return to the lake Not Como but…Iseo!
Looking to return to the lakes of North Italy, we considered Como, Garda, Maggiore, Orta…and in the end we chose Lake Iseo, the one least known (to me.)

It was a beautifully uncrowded atmosphere that only added to our relaxation. Aside from enjoying the lakefront hotel and restaurants, we took a day to visit Monte Isola, the island in the middle of the lake, and another to drive around the perimeter, stopping at villages nestled by the lake’s edge or up into the mountains as needed (cappuccino, gelato, aperitivo, etc.) 

If you’re looking for a smaller, calmer Italian lake experience, add this one to your list! 
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I’ve mostly traveled Italy by train (still my fa I’ve mostly traveled Italy by train (still my favorite way!) but for this trip we decided to rent a 🚗 so that we had a little more freedom to explore and discover smaller villages and countryside. 

If you haven’t yet thought to do this outside of Tuscany, I highly recommend! It’s great to be able to see and support smaller spots and businesses that don’t get much as much tourist traffic. 
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Bella Italia 🇮🇹🤍 looking forward to shari Bella Italia 🇮🇹🤍 looking forward to sharing more photos this week from my recent journey in Northern Italy!
I’ve also got some news to share…
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Como calls ✨ I’m actually visiting a smaller, Como calls ✨ I’m actually visiting a smaller, much lesser known Italian lake this time. Can’t wait to share more! 🇮🇹
#northernitaly #italianlakes #lagodicomo
Hi friends, it’s been awhile. I’ve got an inte Hi friends, it’s been awhile. I’ve got an international trip planned that starts next week 🧳 😭 Can you guess where? #parttimetraveler #ontheroadagain
Feeling grateful today for another trip taken arou Feeling grateful today for another trip taken around the sun ☀️ and for being able to do so with many favorite people (and in some of my favorite places!)

It can be difficult to celebrate big days or little happy moments amongst the current heaviness of the world. But we must 🌴🌴
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#bigisland #smallbirthday #alohasunday
9.3.21 :: by far the best day of 2021 and the star 9.3.21 :: by far the best day of 2021 and the start of what makes me most excited for the years to come. ✨
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