Nomadic Matt's Travel Tuesday

{NAME}, Greetings from NYC! It’s been a busy week. Last week, I got an update on my TB diagnosis. We did another CT scan and the cavity in my lung has shrunk substantially. A lot of the other inflammation is gone too. Things are on the right track! I have a follow-up doctor’s visit today to discuss the next steps. Other than that, I’ve been making good on my promise to play tourist in NYC more often. I find it so easy to get caught up in my day-to-day routine — working, going to the gym, running errands, meeting up with friends, and going to events. The week is over before I know it. I’ve started making a more conscious effort to explore NYC by marking off one day each week just for “tourism.” So far, I’ve seen a Broadway show, [gone on a pizza tour](, taken a [historical walking tour](), went to the Statue of Liberty, and I have another food tour lined up this week! It’s been a lot of fun and I’ve learned a lot about this place I call home. I don’t think people play tourist enough in their hometown. No matter where you live, there’s always something to do. Most people don’t even know what's available because it’s not something they’ve spent time researching. We Google things to do in destinations we visit but have you ever done that for your hometown/area? It takes a lot of effort to escape the inertia of life. Work, errands, kids, sleep — all of it easily fills your day. You have to plan and set aside the time. You need to block it off like you would a work meeting. So take the traveler mindset you have and turn it towards your backyard. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at what you find. NEW COMMUNITY UPDATES 1. NEED HELP WITH YOUR BLOG/ONLINE BUSINESS? I’ve opened up spots on my calendar for 1-on-1 business coaching!! If you're struggling to grow your blog or business, we can do a deep dive into your site and create an actionable plan to help you grow — and make you more money in the process. ​[You can book a time to chat by clicking here](). I'll be doing it for just one more month. 2. WANT TO TRAVEL FOR FREE? Travel hacking is the way to go because it takes money out of the equation. I just updated our free PDF so, if you're new to travel hacking, [click here to get the guide and get started learning how to do it](). Also, if you're looking for a new credit card, [here's my updated list of current favorites](). There's a lot of new deals right now! 3. LAST CHANCE TO JOIN US IN MEXICO! We have two final tours leaving next month! We have just one spot left on [our Oaxaca tour]() and our [Mexico City tour]() has seven spots left. These are our LAST GROUP TOURS so come join us! They are a lot of fun and we take you to a ton of local, off-the-beaten-path places in the area. They are two of my favorite experiences we do. Use code GOMEXICO to get $500 off. We're closing the tours to new attendees on Sunday so you have until then! ​ ​ ​ COOL STORIES FROM AROUND THE WEB 1. [Delta is Changing How Travelers Earn Status]( - Delta has changed its reward program BIG TIME. And none of the changes are good! 2. [Airbnb is Really Different Now]( - A deep look at just how Airbnb has changed since it first launched. 3.[A Q&A with Nomadic Matt]( - I recently sat down with SafetyWing to talk affiliate marketing, blogging, and more! Take a listen! 4. [Flight Attendants are Burnt Out and Quitting. Here’s Why]( - The pandemic drastically impacted flight attendants. Here’s a look at why so many are quitting. ​ NEW BLOG POSTS ​[The 5 Best Hostels in Jerusalem](​ �€‹ Here's my list of the best hostels in Jerusalem to help you have fun, save money, and make the most of your time in this lively and historic city. ​[Where to Stay in Edinburgh](=)​ =​ Wondering where to stay in Edinburgh? Here's an overview of the best neighborhoods in the city as well as suggested accommodations for each. ​ QUOTE OF THE WEEK "Never go in search of love, go in search of life, and life will bring you the love you seek." - Atticus *** 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](). ​ ​[Unsubscribe]( | [Update your profile]( | 2318 Santa Rosa Street, Austin, Texas 78702 | [Opt-out of preference-based advertising](=)​