We’ve put together this ultimate travel resource guide to help you make the most of your next adventure. From must-have packing essentials, apps to save on experiences and stays to travel insurance, this list covers everything you need.
👉 These are the exact tools and resources we swear by for our own travels!
Accommodation & Flights
Getting the best deals on accommodation, no matter where we are traveling, is one of the best pieces of news to have when we are in the itinerary building stage of the trip! Where you stay can truly make or break your entire trip.
Agoda is our choice for hotel bookings when we want the best rates. Their selection and deals make it easy to find comfortable stays. You can find a great variety of accommodations, including hostels, apartments, hotels, camping places, and more.
We use Skyscanner every time we book international flights to find the best deals and travel routes to our destination. Skyscanner is our favorite because of its flight comparison and ‘Whole Month’ feature help us find the cheapest days to fly.
Experiences
One of the biggest disappointments we faced when we started traveling was showing up to an experience only to find no availability or unable to cancel if even with more than a week’s notice. Booking through these platforms has helped us avoid the hassle with finding the best deals and including cancellations upto a day before!
Klook is one of our go-to platforms for booking tours, experiences, and practical travel essentials. We’ve used it for affordable whale watching cruises in Sydney, a Bruny Island day tour, and so many experiences! If you choose to book any experience here, you can use the code ‘HATEXPLORESKLOOK’ for a 10% discount at checkout
Klook also handles things like airport transfers, scooter rentals, hotels, and food experiences, and they often deliver SIM cards directly to your hotel. Everything’s in one place, usually cheaper than booking directly!
With a fantastic selection of unique activities and tours in just about every destination, it’s always the first place we check when planning a trip. Plus, most experiences offer free cancellations, so you can book with confidence and flexibility. We love ticking off at least one bucket-list experience on each adventure—and GetYourGuide makes it so easy!
You’ll find our favorite experiences right here on GYG! Use code “HATEXPLORES5” on the Get Your Guide app for 5% OFF on your first experience!
Looking for something beyond usual tours and attractions? Fever is our go-to app for finding unique local experiences, pop-ups, immersive exhibitions, themed events, and limited-time activities you won’t find on traditional travel sites. We use it to find events in Sydney like The Horizon of Khufu, Dining in the Dark, and Stranger Things experience at Luna Park – among others! Set your city and explore what’s on!
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is incredibly important and one of the first things we check when traveling overseas. While our credit card covers domestic travel, for international trips we use Safetywing!
Designed for remote workers and created by nomads, SafetyWing lets you purchase insurance anytime, anywhere. It covers lost luggage, travel delays, emergency evacuation, and treatment for unexpected issues while traveling.
Cheapest Car Rental
If you’ve ever had dozens of tabs open trying to compare prices, you’re not alone; we’ve been there too! That’s why we rely on this app to simplify the process.
Discover Cars is the best car rental platform we use and recommend for travel in Australia. It compares rates from both local and international companies like Budget, Sixt, Hertz, and more, so you can find the best deals all in one place!
Personalized Itineraries & Travel Guides to Simplify Your Trip
Travel planning can be tricky. We create clear, easy-to-follow itineraries tailored to your interests and budget, helping you get the most out of your trip without the stress.
Our Ultimate 14-Day Japan Itinerary and Guide includes practical tips, key sights, and local insights to help you navigate Japan smoothly.
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Want to Save Money on Your Sydney Trip?$$
Are you looking for easy ways to cut costs without missing out on the best experiences?
Check out our Ultimate Guide to Saving Money in Sydney below, packed with 10 apps that are your smart hacks to stretch your travel dollars further!
Read the guide now and start saving!