Nomadic Matt’s Travel Tuesday

{NAME}, Hello from Bangkok! I'm here on a layover before I head to St. Tropez where I'm joining some friends who go every year. I've always wanted to experience that wild St. Tropez experience. I think this is one of the last years my friends are going so I decided to join. It's not going to be a budget trip but why not get a little crazy every once in a while? Unfortunately, I developed a bad cough in Japan. At first, I thought it was allergy related but, when taking massive amounts of allergy medicine didn't help, I went to the doctor and he said it was likely bronchitis. That sucks because there's nothing you can do to really treat it. You just got to wait for it to run its course. While it is very slowly getting better, I am still coughing a lot. For the last six days, I've just stayed in my hotel watching Harry Potter. I'm really bummed as I had planned so many activities in Tokyo. There was so much I wanted to write about. I was really looking forward to it. But I guess that's the way the cookie crumbles, huh? I would have just flown home but this St. Tropez trip is non-refundable. When I have the energy, I'll write about the tips and tricks I did pick up while in Japan. I plan to start writing when I get back to NYC on Saturday. Until then, below are some updates! ​ LATEST COMMUNITY UPDATES​​ ​​1. REMINDER: NEW SOUTHWEST OFFER! Southwest has increased their welcome offer to 60,000 points PLUS they're offering a 30% off promo code for flights when you sign up. The deal applies to their Rapid Rewards Premier and Plus cards (I like the Premier card best myself). ​[Click here to learn more and sign-up today!](=) (It's the first card once you scroll down). 2. WANT TO EARN FREE FLIGHTS? Want to learn how I got that first-class ticket to Japan? Pick up my guide to travel hacking to learn! It walks you through every step of the points and miles game in an easy-to-follow format. [Click here to get your copy and start flying for free!](​ 3. PLANNING A TRIP TO JAPAN TOO? Make sure you [get a Japan Rail Pass](). It's the best way to travel the country without breaking the bank. I got one for my trip and, with prices tripling in the fall, it's better to get one now! [More details on how the pass works in this article](. 4. NEED A SUMMER READ? My friend Katie wrote a great book about quitting her job and traveling around the former Soviet states in the early 2010s. It's an insightful look at the cultures of these countries and how, even so many years later, they are still grappling with the fall of the USSR. [You can get your copy on Amazon by clicking here.](​ ​ WANT TO TRAVEL WITH US THIS FALL? [A group TNN tour enjoy historic ruins in Jordann] ​ Come join us on a tour this fall! On our TNN tours, you'll not only meet a lot of like-minded travelers but you'll get to explore off-the-beaten-path destinations and do cool experiences you couldn’t access on your own. We use our travel connections to introduce you to locals and help you get a sense of the culture of each destination. We currently have spots on the following tours: - ​[Mexico City](​ - ​[Oaxaca](=) (5 spots left! - ​[Cuba]()​ - ​[Tanzania](​ - ​[Yucatan Peninsula]()​ - ​[Jordan](=) (ONE SPOT LEFT) - ​[Romania]() (6 spots left!) ​ With some tours leaving in September, [now is the time to pull the trigger and reserve your spot](. Don't miss out! Use NOMADIC150 to get $150 off your booking too! ​ COOL STORIES FROM AROUND THE WEB 1. [UK Announces Entry Fee for Tourists]( - The UK will soon charge visitors (including Americans) around $12.50 to visit. 2. [Being Gay is Illegal in Many Countries. LGBTQ Travelers are Going Anyway](=) - A look at how LGBTQ travelers are staying safe as they explore potentially unsafe destinations. 3. [Europe's 'Crazy' Tourism Summer Has Already Started. And It's Going to Get Much Worse](=) - I was saying this weeks ago: Europe is going to be super crowded this summer so plan accordingly. ​ SUMMER TRAVEL TIPS With the summer travel season upon us, I wanted to share some posts that can help your summer trips without breaking the bank: - ​[How to Find a Cheap Car Rental](​ - ​[16 Easy Steps for Planning Your Next Trip](​ - ​[How to Choose the Right Travel Backpack]()​ - ​[My Favorite Hostels Around the World]()​ - ​[How to Road Trip Around the USA on a Budget​]()​ - ​[What I Pack for My Travels](=)​​ - ​[How to Pick the Best Hostel](=)​ - ​[The Ultimate Guide to Buying Travel Insurance](=)​ ​ NEW BLOG POSTS ​[The 15 Best Things to Do in Oaxaca](​ [A golden sunset over the Mexico City skyline](​ Oaxaca is one of my favorite cities in the world. Here's what to see and do when you visit (and you should visit!). ​ QUOTE OF THE WEEK ​“There are some places in life where you can only go alone. Embrace the beauty of your solo journey.” - Mandy Hale *** 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](. - Check out the [best travel credit cards](. - Check out my [resource page]( for the best companies to use when you travel. ​ [Unsubscribe]( | [Update your profile]( | 2318 Santa Rosa Street, Austin, Texas 78702