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Airfare

So where do I search for flights?

• Momondo - My favorite airfare booking site. It searches websites around the world and in multiple languages so no deal goes unfound.
• Skyscanner - This great website searches a lot of different airlines, including many of the budget carriers that larger sites miss. While I always start with Momondo, I’ll often check this site too as a way to price compare.
• Google Flights - Type in your airport and when you want to go, and Google will show you all the flights in the world leaving from that airport. Use this when you're looking for the cheapest place to fly to!
• AirTreks - This company is a leader in round-the-world (RTW) tickets. It offers some very good deals, and if you are interested in purchasing a round-the-world ticket, it's best to call and get a quote here first. They know their stuff. I wouldn't use anyone else.

If you have any questions, let me know. I'm more than happy to help!

Matt

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Momondo - My favorite airfare booking site. It searches websites around the world and in multiple languages so no deal goes unfound.

Kayak - A good flight search engine for fares leaving from the United States.

Vayama - Another good flight search engine, especially for international flights outside the US. I've found fares on the site hundreds of dollars cheaper than what I've found elsewhere.

Google Flights - Type in your airport and when you want to go, and Google will show you all the flights in the world leaving from that airport. Use this when you're looking for the cheapest place to fly to!

AirTreks - This company is a leader in round-the-world (RTW) tickets. It offers some very good deals, and if you are interested in purchasing a round-the-world ticket, it's best to call and get a quote here first. They know their stuff. I wouldn't use anyone else.

Accommodation

Airbnb - This site connects you with homeowners who rent out their homes or apartments. You'll get the comforts of home, the chance to stay in a local, non-touristy location, and pay a fraction of the cost of a hotel room. (New to Airbnb? Get $40 off your first stay!)

Hostelworld - The best hostel site out there, with the largest inventory, best search interface, and widest availability. Search for dorm beds or private rooms. I use it for my bookings (and it is an official sponsor of this website).

Couchsurfing - This allows you to stay on people's couches or in their spare rooms for free. It's a great way to save money — while meeting locals who can tell you much more about a city than you will find out through a hostel or hotel. The site also has groups where you can arrange to meet up for events in your city.

Priceline - I like this website because it allows you to bid on hotels and save a lot more money than by booking directly. When used in conjunction with the bidding site Better Bidding, you can substantially lower the cost of your hotels — by as much as 60%.

Agoda - The best accommodation site for Asia. If you want a good hotel or guesthouse in Asia, use this site. And, as a reader, get 10% off with the code AGODANM10.

Booking.com - Booking.com provides great resource and booking site for cheap hotels and other accommodation. I like its easy-to-use interface.

Travel Gear/Products/Services

World Nomads Travel Insurance - I've been buy all my travel insurance from World Nomads since 2006. They have great customer service, competitive prices, and in-depth coverage. I'll never switch. It is the one thing I NEVER travel without, and I urge you to stay covered on the road!

Lonely Planet Guidebooks - I like the look of their guides, as well as their layout, size, weight, and emphasis on budget travel.

REI Backpacks and Gear - This sporting and outdoor store sells a wide variety of backpacking gear. I've had the same REI backpack with me for the last six years and it's as good now as it was the day I bought it. Their products last a long time. (If you're Canadian, I love MEC!) Here's for more info on what to look for in the perfect pack.

Rail Europe - If you are going to visit Europe and plan to take a lot of long train trips, get a rail pass. You will save money. I've saved hundreds of dollars. The math just works out for long train trips. Here's a breakdown of how passes save money.

Tours/Agents

Intrepid Travel - They offer good small group tours that use local operators and leave a small environmental footprint. And, as a reader of this site, you'll get 10% off when you click that link!

STA Travel - A good company for those under 30 or for students. They offer discounted airfare as well as travel passes that help you save on attractions.

Go Today - Great website showcasing highly discounted last-minute tours and hotels. Great for the last-minute planner.

The Man in Seat 61 - This site is the ultimate guide to train travel anywhere in the world. It has the most comprehensive information on routes, times, prices, and train conditions.

Grassroots Volunteering - Use this to search for local volunteer organizations and social enterprises abroad that keep the money within the community. If you're looking to volunteer, consult this site!