In this video I’m breaking down exactly how I budget when I’m traveling, because “just be spontaneous” is cute… until your bank account is crying. I walk you through the main buckets I always plan for ahead of time: food + room (aka the stuff that will eat your money the fastest if you don’t have a plan), transportation, and then the fun stuff—experiences and bucket list moments. The goal isn’t to suck the joy out of travel, it’s to make sure you can actually afford to stay longer and do the things you came for. I also talk about setting spending limits while you’re on the trip so you don’t accidentally turn one “treat yourself” moment into a whole lifestyle. And yes, we’re budgeting for souvenirs too—because I love a little memory, but I’m not trying to come home with a suitcase full of overpriced trinkets. If you’re trying to travel more without going broke, these are the simple budget categories and guardrails I use to keep my trips realistic, flexible, and still really fun.