Roundup: June 1st-15th
By theprofessionalhobo ~ June 15th, 2009. Filed under: Australia, links.
Whilst riding the publicity wave following the release of my first book, I have been active, but not actively published in the last few weeks. But there is still lots to celebrate – including my having booked a trip back to North America, where I’ll catch up with friends in New York, Toronto, Muskoka, Elora, and even Mexico. And I have a few extra things tucked up my sleeve that could be fun too.
Here is what I’ve been up to in the writing and publishing world in the last few weeks:
WISE BREAD
Are You Being Ripped Off at the Gas Station?
Is the amount of gas you are pumping – and paying for – really the amount of gas that ends up in your tank? Here’s a quick and easy test to make sure you are getting your money’s worth.
TRIP SHAKE
The Caretaker Gazette: Your Ticket to Free Accommodation and Rent-Free Living
I’ve discussed The Caretaker Gazette in articles before, but since two of my favourite caretaking opportunities came from The Caretaker Gazette, it’s worth another plug. If you don’t know what The Caretaker Gazette is, then please read this short primer. It could be a life-changing decision, once you see some of the rent-free opportunities!
SHOUT OUTS
Tripbase put together a fabulous piece on some of my travel secrets, pointing to both the article I wrote for I Will Teach You to be Rich, as well as my new book as resources. Thank you!
Grant at Vagabond Story said the article is a “must read travel article” and listed it on his resources page. He also has a book coming out shortly that I look forward to reading and which I will review on this site.
Thrive linked to a few great articles about traveling on the cheap, including mine. Yay – you guys rock. I can’t wait to meet you when I’m in NYC.
J.D. at Get Rich Slowly (a well regarded personal finance blog) wrote a fabulous post with a number of great travel resources, including the article I wrote. I’ve bookmarked a number of his other resources as well – great stuff. (PS – Did you know that J.D. is also a co-author of 10,001 Ways to Live Large on a Small Budget? No? Then it means you haven’t read the book yet. What are you waiting for?!?!)
Ottsworld answers a number of common travel questions in this blog post, and even includes my article as a resource for how to travel and work abroad. Glad you enjoyed it!
Slice of Koh is wondering if my article could help her dip her toes in the big bad world of travel. Yes, it can!
And a fellow blogger has been inspired and taken the plunge! Tight Fisted Miser just bought a plane ticket, and will be using my tips (hopefully) to keep his costs down on his next long-term trip. Congrats!
Lastly, my French is not what it used to be, but I’ll be brushing up to read more of the Vie Nomade blog, who featured a link to my article recently. Merci beaucoup!
