Nomadic Matt's Travel Tuesday

= = {NAME}, ​ Hello from NYC! There's a lot going on this week! First, it's the sixteen-year anniversary of my blog! (My blog went live on March 25th, 2008 so, technically, it was last week!) I started this website to get freelance writing gigs and it has morphed into something totally different. I wrote about the journey on Instagram yesterday. [You can check it out here](. ​ Second, I'm finally getting ready to travel again, which is good because I'm getting cabin fever. Next weekend, I'm off to Miami for a couple of days to meet some friends and sit by the beach. I'm not a huge fan of Miami but it's a convenient place to get some sun! ​ Then, at the end of the month, I'm heading to Toronto to speak at The Travel Summit, a points & miles event. [Be sure to grab your ticket here](. Use the code NOMADICMATT to get 25% off. ​ Also, in May, I'll be speaking at TravelCon, the premier event for people working in the travel industry. The event is May 15-17th. [Grab your ticket here!](​ ​ I'm also heading to Paris in May and am very stoked about that! There's a lot coming up! I have a few more trips in the works that I will share later. ​ Two final housekeeping notes: First, I've re-added World Nomads as a recommended company. I took them off due to internal changes at the company but, after speaking with the new team and the customer service changes they've made, I've added them back! [You can click here to learn more](. ​ Second, speaking of insurance, if you've used SafetyWing and have filed a claim with them, respond to this email and let me know about your experience. I'd love to know. ​ UPCOMING FREE WEBINARS 1. [How to Always Find a Cheap Flight]() - Next week, I'll be sitting down with cheap flight expert Scott Keyes from [Going.com]() (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights) to talk about all things flying. The event is FREE to attend and is on April 9th at 12pm EDT. [You can sign up here](). ​ 2. [Everything You Need to Know About Travel Insurance]( - Have questions about picking the right policy for your trip? Join our FREE webinar with Insure My Trip and find out everything you need to know! The event is on April 30th at 7pm EDT. [You can sign up here](. ​ Note: Everyone who signs up for a webinar will also get a recording of the event in case you can't attend in person. ​ UPDATED PLANNING RESOURCES Planning a trip? Here's a handful of updated articles that will help you make the most out of your next trip: ​ - ​[16 EASY Steps to Plan Your Next Trip]()​ - ​[What I Pack for My Travels](​ - ​[How to Buy the Best Travel Insurance](​ - ​[61 Travel Tips to Make You a Savvy Traveler](=)​ - ​[How to Become a Housesitter & Get Free Accommodation](​ - ​[How to ALWAYS Find a Cheap Flight](​ - ​[23 Ways to Cut Your Expenses & Have More Money for Travel](=)​ - ​[My Ultimate Europe Budget Guide](​ - ​[How to Legally Stay in Europe for More Than 90 Days]()​ ​ NEWS & STORIES FROM AROUND THE WEB 1. [The Female Explorer Who Transformed Travel]() - A great read about the founder of the world's largest independent travel guide company. ​ 2. [How Much is Barcelona's Tourist Tax?]() - Barcelona added a tourist tax in 2012 and it's going up this month. ​ 3. [American Airlines Has Changed Its Pet Policy]() - AA is easing its pet policy to make it easier for travelers to bring their pets as carry-on. ​ 4. [This Small Town Retreat in Maine Has Tree Houses & Hobbit Homes]() - This Hobbit home retreat looks super cozy! (It's carbon neutral too!) ​ BOOK OF THE WEEK ​[That's So New York: Short (and Very Short) Stories about the Greatest City on Earth]() by Dan Saltzstein - If you've ever wondered what it's like living in New York City, this collection of short stories is for you. It's funny, charming, and has some insanely outlandish tales about life in NYC by Dan and other NYC-based writers. ​[Get it on Amazon]() | [Get it on Bookshop]()​ ​ NEW BLOG POSTS ​[Where to Stay in Milan: The Best Neighborhoods](​ Wondering where to stay in Milan? Here's my list of the best places to stay in the city no matter your budget. ​ ​[The Best Walking Tours in Florence]()​ ​ Here's my list of the best walking tours in Florence to help you explore the city, save money, and have fun during your visit! ​ QUOTE OF THE WEEK "In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on." - Robert Frost ​ *** ​ As always, if you have any questions, reply to this email. I'll be happy to help. ​ Sincerely, ​ Nomadic Matt ​ P.S. - Booking a trip soon? Here are some resources to use: - Book your flight with [Skyscanner](=). - Book your hostel with [Hostelworld](). - Book your hotel with [Booking.com](). - Book your travel insurance with [SafetyWing](. - Book your day tours with [Get Your Guide](). - Book your car rental with [Discover Cars](=). - Check out the [best travel credit cards](). By using our links when you book, at no extra cost to you, we earn a small commission. 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