Family Money Adventure

Unhinged Travel Tips From Social Media You Won't Believe

TikTok is full of travel tips, but not all of them are worth trying. In this episode, I'm breaking down some of the most unhinged travel tips I've seen floating around online. Some of these tips cross the line completely. Others are just plain weird. And a few might actually be helpful, depending on how you travel. I'm sharing my honest thoughts as we walk through the chaos together. If you've ever wondered just how far people are willing to go to save a buck or skip a line, you're in for a ride. In This Episode, You'll Learn: * The lengths people go to for free amenities * How travelers are turning vests into luggage * How travelers are making space in their suitcase before they even leave * How some travelers allow curiosity and chance to plan their itinerary Episode Highlights We kick things off with the worst offenders. These are the tips that are dishonest, unsafe, or completely over the line. Whether or not people are serious, they're not worth the risk. Then we move into the gray area. These tips toe the line between clever and selfish. Some might work, but not without consequences. Next up are the weird ones that kind of make sense. They might not be your thing, but they're not exactly wrong either. Finally, we look at the mindset behind these ideas. Not every tip is about money. Some are about space, freedom, or finding your own way to travel. 🎧 Resources & Links from This Episode Henderson Beach Resort: https://www.hendersonbeachresort.com [https://www.hendersonbeachresort.com/] Follow Hender Beach Resort on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehendersonfl/ [https://www.instagram.com/thehendersonfl/] 📰 Subscribe to the Newsletter Get practical tips on family money and travel, plus updates, tools, and resources to help you live more intentionally. Click here to subscribe [https://heykevinpayne.com/newsletter/] Visit My Websites FamilyMoneyAdventure.com [http://familymoneyadventure.com/] HeyKevinPayne.com [http://heykevinpayne.com/] JoyWorldTour.com [https://WWW.joyworldtour.com] Connect With Me on Social Instagram: @heykevinpayne [https://www.instagram.com/heykevinpayne] Facebook: @heykevinpayne [https://www.facebook.com/heykevinpayne] TikTok: @heykevinpayne [https://www.tiktok.com/@heykevinpayne] YouTube: @heykevinpayne [https://www.youtube.com/@heykevinpayne] Featured Series 🎙️ Listen to Our Disney Podcast Series [https://familymoneyadventure.com/disney-podcast-series/] 🧳 Travel Tools I Love Packing Cubes & Travel Backpacks – https://familymoneyadventure.com/tripped/Tripped Travel Gear [https://familymoneyadventure.com/tripped/] Hotels – https://familymoneyadventure.com/booking/Booking.com [https://familymoneyadventure.com/booking/] Vacation Rentals – https://familymoneyadventure.com/vrbo/Vrbo [https://familymoneyadventure.com/vrbo/] Attractions & Tours – https://familymoneyadventure.com/viator/Viator [https://familymoneyadventure.com/viator/] Attractions & Tours – https://familymoneyadventure.com/getyourguide/Get Your Guide [https://familymoneyadventure.com/getyourguide/] Theme Park Tickets – https://familymoneyadventure.com/undercovertourist/Undercover Tourist [https://familymoneyadventure.com/undercovertourist/] City Passes – https://familymoneyadventure.com/citypass/CityPASS [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citypass/] Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tours – https://familymoneyadventure.com/bigbus/Big Bus Tours [https://familymoneyadventure.com/bigbus/] Travel Insurance – https://familymoneyadventure.com/insuremytrip/InsureMyTrip [https://familymoneyadventure.com/insuremytrip/] RV Rentals – https://familymoneyadventure.com/rvshare-link/RVShare [https://familymoneyadventure.com/rvshare-link/] 💸 Money Tools I Recommend Rewards Credit Cards – https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=fmaExplore My Favorites [https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=fma] Budgeting Apps for Families – https://familymoneyadventure.com/best-family-budgeting-apps/See Our Top Picks [https://familymoneyadventure.com/best-family-budgeting-apps/] High-Yield Savings – https://familymoneyadventure.com/citsavingsconnect/CIT Bank Savings Connect [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citsavingsconnect/] High-Yield Savings & CDs – https://familymoneyadventure.com/raisin/Raisin [https://familymoneyadventure.com/raisin/] Kids' Banking – https://familymoneyadventure.com/greenlight/Greenlight [https://familymoneyadventure.com/greenlight/] Micro-Investing – https://familymoneyadventure.com/acorns/Acorns [https://familymoneyadventure.com/acorns/] Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you sign up or make a purchase at no extra cost to you. Podcast audio management by Podcast Abundance. Find out more at http://www.podcastabundance.com/serviceswww.podcastabundance.com/services [http://www.podcastabundance.com/services]

5 Moments of Peace I Found at Henderson Beach Resort

Hey adventurers. Let's talk about the kind of travel that helps you slow down and breathe a little deeper. I recently spent a few days at Henderson Beach Resort in Destin, Florida, as part of a hosted media trip with Matador Network. Instead of doing a full resort review, I wanted to highlight five personal moments that stood out to me during my stay. These weren't bucket list activities or high-adrenaline excursions. They were the kind of moments that helped me reset. It's a personal look at what peace looks like when you let go of your schedule and lean into rest. If you've ever come back from a vacation feeling like you need another one, this episode is for you. In this episode, you'll learn * Why an early morning yoga session by the water was the perfect start to the day * What made my spa experience feel like more than just a massage * Why slowing down on the beach gave me a new kind of vacation energy * Where to catch the best sunset views around the resort * How a simple night around a fire pit turned into a trip highlight Episode Summary This episode is all about finding peace in the middle of a busy life. I'm sharing five moments from my time at Henderson Beach Resort that reminded me how good it feels to slow down. These experiences weren't flashy, but they stayed with me in the best way. You'll hear about yoga near the water, a spa visit that felt surprisingly personal, and why just sitting under a beach umbrella might be exactly what you need. I also talk about the kind of sunset views that make people stop mid-sentence and how a casual evening with strangers turned into one of my favorite memories from the trip. This trip was a great reminder that sometimes the most valuable part of travel isn't checking things off a list. It's creating space to actually feel present. If your version of rest has been collecting dust lately, I hope this episode helps you start reclaiming it. 🎧 Resources & Links from This Episode Henderson Beach Resort: https://www.hendersonbeachresort.com [https://www.hendersonbeachresort.com/] Follow Hender Beach Resort on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehendersonfl/ [https://www.instagram.com/thehendersonfl/] 📰 Subscribe to the Newsletter Get practical tips on family money and travel, plus updates, tools, and resources to help you live more intentionally. Click here to subscribe [https://heykevinpayne.com/newsletter/] Visit My Websites FamilyMoneyAdventure.com [https://familymoneyadventure.com/] JoyWorldTour.com [https://joyworldtour.com/] HeyKevinPayne.com [https://heykevinpayne.com/] Connect With Me on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heykevinpayne@heykevinpayne [https://www.instagram.com/heykevinpayne] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heykevinpayne@heykevinpayne [https://www.facebook.com/heykevinpayne] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heykevinpayne@heykevinpayne [https://www.tiktok.com/@heykevinpayne] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heykevinpayne@heykevinpayne [https://www.youtube.com/@heykevinpayne] Featured Series 🎙️ https://familymoneyadventure.com/disney-podcast-series/Listen to Our Disney Podcast Series [https://familymoneyadventure.com/disney-podcast-series/] 🧳 Travel Tools I Love Packing Cubes & Travel Backpacks – https://familymoneyadventure.com/tripped/Tripped Travel Gear [https://familymoneyadventure.com/tripped/] Hotels – https://familymoneyadventure.com/booking/Booking.com [https://familymoneyadventure.com/booking/] Vacation Rentals – https://familymoneyadventure.com/vrbo/Vrbo [https://familymoneyadventure.com/vrbo/] Attractions & Tours – https://familymoneyadventure.com/viator/Viator [https://familymoneyadventure.com/viator/] Attractions & Tours – https://familymoneyadventure.com/getyourguide/Get Your Guide [https://familymoneyadventure.com/getyourguide/] Theme Park Tickets – https://familymoneyadventure.com/undercovertourist/Undercover Tourist [https://familymoneyadventure.com/undercovertourist/] City Passes – https://familymoneyadventure.com/citypass/CityPASS [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citypass/] Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tours – https://familymoneyadventure.com/bigbus/Big Bus Tours [https://familymoneyadventure.com/bigbus/] Travel Insurance – https://familymoneyadventure.com/insuremytrip/InsureMyTrip [https://familymoneyadventure.com/insuremytrip/] RV Rentals – https://familymoneyadventure.com/rvshare-link/RVShare [https://familymoneyadventure.com/rvshare-link/] 💸 Money Tools I Recommend Rewards Credit Cards – https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=fmaExplore My Favorites [https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=fma] Budgeting Apps for Families – https://familymoneyadventure.com/best-family-budgeting-apps/See Our Top Picks [https://familymoneyadventure.com/best-family-budgeting-apps/] High-Yield Savings – https://familymoneyadventure.com/citsavingsconnect/CIT Bank Savings Connect [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citsavingsconnect/] High-Yield Savings & CDs – https://familymoneyadventure.com/raisin/Raisin [https://familymoneyadventure.com/raisin/] Kids' Banking – https://familymoneyadventure.com/greenlight/Greenlight [https://familymoneyadventure.com/greenlight/] Micro-Investing – https://familymoneyadventure.com/acorns/Acorns [https://familymoneyadventure.com/acorns/] Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you sign up or make a purchase at no extra cost to you. 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Plan, Eat, and Stay: Expert Tips for Your Walt Disney World Vacation

Hey Adventurers! From dining and resort tips to planning advice and traveling with little ones, this episode covers it all. Recorded as part of a sponsored media trip to Walt Disney World, I spoke with several Disney experts about making the most of your visit. Whether you're a foodie, planning your first trip with toddlers, or looking for expert strategies to stretch your vacation budget, this episode is filled with valuable insights and practical tips. What You'll Learn in This Episode: What to eat and experience during the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Unique dining options across Walt Disney World parks and resorts Insights into the Disney Resorts Collection and finding the right place to stay Helpful planning tips from a planDisney Panelist Best advice for families visiting with young children Featured Guests: Chef Philip, Sous Chef at EPCOT Morgan Cullen, Disney Spokesperson (Resorts) Emille Crawford, planDisney Panelist Helenn Kikendall, Disney Spokesperson (Young Kids) Episode Resources: planDisney Official Site [https://plandisney.disney.go.com/] Special Offers & Deals [https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/] 🎧 Resources & Links from This Episode 📰 Subscribe to the Newsletter Get practical tips on family money and travel, plus updates, tools, and resources to help you live more intentionally. Click here to subscribe [https://heykevinpayne.com/newsletter/] Visit My Websites FamilyMoneyAdventure.com [http://familymoneyadventure.com/] JoyWorldTour.com [http://joyworldtour.com/] HeyKevinPayne.com [http://heykevinpayne.com/] Connect With Me on Social Instagram: @heykevinpayne [https://www.instagram.com/heykevinpayne] Facebook: @heykevinpayne [https://www.facebook.com/heykevinpayne] TikTok: @heykevinpayne [https://www.tiktok.com/@heykevinpayne] YouTube: @heykevinpayne [https://www.youtube.com/@heykevinpayne] Featured Series 🎙️ Listen to Our Disney Podcast Series [https://familymoneyadventure.com/disney-podcast-series/] 🧳 Travel Tools I Love Packing Cubes & Travel Backpacks – Tripped Travel Gear [https://familymoneyadventure.com/tripped/] Hotels – Booking.com [https://familymoneyadventure.com/booking/] Vacation Rentals – Vrbo [https://familymoneyadventure.com/vrbo/] Attractions & Tours – Viator [https://familymoneyadventure.com/viator/] Attractions & Tours – Get Your Guide [https://familymoneyadventure.com/getyourguide/] Theme Park Tickets – Undercover Tourist [https://familymoneyadventure.com/undercovertourist/] City Passes – CityPASS [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citypass/] Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tours – Big Bus Tours [https://familymoneyadventure.com/bigbus/] Travel Insurance – InsureMyTrip [https://familymoneyadventure.com/insuremytrip/] RV Rentals – RVShare [https://familymoneyadventure.com/rvshare-link/] 💸 Money Tools I Recommend Rewards Credit Cards – Explore My Favorites [https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=fma] Budgeting Apps for Families – See Our Top Picks [https://familymoneyadventure.com/best-family-budgeting-apps/] High-Yield Savings – CIT Bank Savings Connect [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citsavingsconnect/] High-Yield Savings & CDs – Raisin [https://familymoneyadventure.com/raisin/] Kids' Banking – Greenlight [https://familymoneyadventure.com/greenlight/] Micro-Investing – Acorns [https://familymoneyadventure.com/acorns/] Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you sign up or make a purchase at no extra cost to you. Podcast audio management by Podcast Abundance. Find out more at www.podcastabundance.com/services [http://www.podcastabundance.com/services]

Summer Fun at Walt Disney World

Hey Adventurers! If you're dreaming of sunshine, thrills, and unforgettable moments, then you're going to love this episode. Recorded as part of a sponsored media trip to Walt Disney World, we're diving into all the summer fun happening across the parks right now. I sat down with four Disney spokespeople to get the scoop on what's new, what's exciting, and what you won't want to miss from Animal Kingdom and EPCOT to Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. What You'll Learn in This Episode: What's new at EPCOT, including the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Best character meet-and-greets across the parks Top summer attractions at Disney's Animal Kingdom Dining and entertainment highlights at Magic Kingdom New shows and seasonal events at Disney's Hollywood Studios Foodie tips and must-try snacks from Disney spokespeople PhotoPass tips and ways to capture magical family moments Featured Guests: Sarah Domenech, Disney Spokesperson (Animal Kingdom & EPCOT) Alex Gonzalez, Disney Spokesperson (Magic Kingdom) Nick Regueiro, Disney Spokesperson (Hollywood Studios) Jenny Jing, Disney Spokesperson (Walt Disney World Resort) Episode Resources: planDisney Official Site [https://plandisney.disney.go.com/] Walt Disney World Special Offers, Deals & Discounts [https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/] 🎧 Resources & Links from This Episode 📰 Subscribe to the Newsletter Get practical tips on family money and travel, plus updates, tools, and resources to help you live more intentionally. Click here to subscribe [https://heykevinpayne.com/newsletter/] Visit My Websites FamilyMoneyAdventure.com [http://familymoneyadventure.com/] JoyWorldTour.com [http://joyworldtour.com/] HeyKevinPayne.com [http://heykevinpayne.com/] Connect With Me on Social Instagram: @heykevinpayne [https://www.instagram.com/heykevinpayne] Facebook: @heykevinpayne [https://www.facebook.com/heykevinpayne] TikTok: @heykevinpayne [https://www.tiktok.com/@heykevinpayne] YouTube: @heykevinpayne [https://www.youtube.com/@heykevinpayne] Featured Series 🎙️ Listen to Our Disney Podcast Series [https://familymoneyadventure.com/disney-podcast-series/] 🧳 Travel Tools I Love Packing Cubes & Travel Backpacks – Tripped Travel Gear [https://familymoneyadventure.com/tripped/] Hotels – Booking.com [https://familymoneyadventure.com/booking/] Vacation Rentals – Vrbo [https://familymoneyadventure.com/vrbo/] Attractions & Tours – Viator [https://familymoneyadventure.com/viator/] Attractions & Tours – Get Your Guide [https://familymoneyadventure.com/getyourguide/] Theme Park Tickets – Undercover Tourist [https://familymoneyadventure.com/undercovertourist/] City Passes – CityPASS [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citypass/] Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tours – Big Bus Tours [https://familymoneyadventure.com/bigbus/] Travel Insurance – InsureMyTrip [https://familymoneyadventure.com/insuremytrip/] RV Rentals – RVShare [https://familymoneyadventure.com/rvshare-link/] 💸 Money Tools I Recommend Rewards Credit Cards – Explore My Favorites [https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=fma] Budgeting Apps for Families – See Our Top Picks [https://familymoneyadventure.com/best-family-budgeting-apps/] High-Yield Savings – CIT Bank Savings Connect [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citsavingsconnect/] High-Yield Savings & CDs – Raisin [https://familymoneyadventure.com/raisin/] Kids' Banking – Greenlight [https://familymoneyadventure.com/greenlight/] Micro-Investing – Acorns [https://familymoneyadventure.com/acorns/] Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you sign up or make a purchase at no extra cost to you. Podcast audio management by Podcast Abundance. Find out more at www.podcastabundance.com/services [http://www.podcastabundance.com/services]

How To Plan A Walt Disney World Vacation From Start To Finish with planDisney Panelists Matt & Christina

Planning a Walt Disney World vacation can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. In this special episode of The Family Money Adventure Show, recorded as part of a sponsored media trip to Walt Disney World, I'm joined by planDisney Panelists Matt and Christina, who share insider tips for planning an epic family trip from start to finish. We talk about choosing the best travel dates, where to stay, ticket and Lightning Lane strategies, setting a vacation budget, and why every trip should be tailored to your unique family style. Whether it's your first visit or your tenth, you'll walk away from this episode with a solid game plan and the confidence to make the most of your magical adventure. What You'll Learn in This Episode: * How to set a family travel budget and prioritize value * Tips for choosing the right time of year to visit * Advice for picking a Walt Disney World Resort hotel that fits your family's style * Transportation strategies (including the benefits of the monorail and Skyliner) * Ways to involve your kids in the planning process * Deciding on the number of park days and including downtime * Park Hopper vs. one-park-per-day tickets * Understanding and using the new Lightning Lane system * How to plan dining with or without the Disney Dining Plan * Favorite Disney restaurants, rides, and shows * Money-saving tips for food, snacks, and memory making Featured Guests: * Matt, planDisney Panelist * Christina, planDisney Panelist Episode Resources planDisney Official Site [https://plandisney.disney.go.com/] Walt Disney World Special Offers, Deals & Discounts [https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/] 🎧 Resources & Links from This Episode 📰 Subscribe to the Newsletter Get practical tips on family money and travel, plus updates, tools, and resources to help you live more intentionally. Click here to subscribe [https://heykevinpayne.com/newsletter/] Visit My Websites FamilyMoneyAdventure.com [http://familymoneyadventure.com/] JoyWorldTour.com [http://joyworldtour.com/] HeyKevinPayne.com [http://heykevinpayne.com/] Connect With Me on Social Instagram: @heykevinpayne [https://www.instagram.com/heykevinpayne] Facebook: @heykevinpayne [https://www.facebook.com/heykevinpayne] TikTok: @heykevinpayne [https://www.tiktok.com/@heykevinpayne] YouTube: @heykevinpayne [https://www.youtube.com/@heykevinpayne] Featured Series 🎙️ Listen to Our Disney Podcast Series [https://familymoneyadventure.com/disney-podcast-series/] 🧳 Travel Tools I Love Packing Cubes & Travel Backpacks – Tripped Travel Gear [https://familymoneyadventure.com/tripped/] Hotels – Booking.com [https://familymoneyadventure.com/booking/] Vacation Rentals – Vrbo [https://familymoneyadventure.com/vrbo/] Attractions & Tours – Viator [https://familymoneyadventure.com/viator/] Attractions & Tours – Get Your Guide [https://familymoneyadventure.com/getyourguide/] Theme Park Tickets – Undercover Tourist [https://familymoneyadventure.com/undercovertourist/] City Passes – CityPASS [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citypass/] Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tours – Big Bus Tours [https://familymoneyadventure.com/bigbus/] Travel Insurance – InsureMyTrip [https://familymoneyadventure.com/insuremytrip/] RV Rentals – RVShare [https://familymoneyadventure.com/rvshare-link/] 💸 Money Tools I Recommend Rewards Credit Cards – Explore My Favorites [https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=fma] Budgeting Apps for Families – See Our Top Picks [https://familymoneyadventure.com/best-family-budgeting-apps/] High-Yield Savings – CIT Bank Savings Connect [https://familymoneyadventure.com/citsavingsconnect/] High-Yield Savings & CDs – Raisin [https://familymoneyadventure.com/raisin/] Kids' Banking – Greenlight [https://familymoneyadventure.com/greenlight/] Micro-Investing – Acorns [https://familymoneyadventure.com/acorns/] Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you sign up or make a purchase at no extra cost to you. Podcast audio management by Podcast Abundance. Find out more at www.podcastabundance.com/services [http://www.podcastabundance.com/services]