{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"How to Fit More Travel Into The School Year","description":" Are you struggling to fit travel into your busy school year schedule? You\u2019re not alone. As parents, it can feel overwhelming to balance school, sports, work, and family life while still making room for travel.   But the good news is, it\u2019s totally possible!  In this episode, I explain how our family manages to squeeze in travel during the school year, from using the school calendar strategically to planning budget-friendly trips.  Whether your family follows a traditional school calendar, homeschool schedule, or something else, you\u2019ll find these tips helpful for making the most out of your time and maximizing your travel opportunities.    Takeaways  In this episode, you\u2019ll learn:  How to use your school\u2019s academic calendar to plan ahead for travel.  Tips for maximizing long and short school breaks for family trips.  Strategies for saving money on travel during peak times using rewards and early planning.  How to coordinate family schedules better.     Episode Summary  In this episode of the Family Money Adventure Show, I share details on what our family does to fit in more travel into a busy school year. We dive into the importance of using the school calendar to take advantage of holiday breaks, in-service days and long weekends.    You\u2019ll hear how my family explores local spots like Cleveland and other nearby cities when we don\u2019t have time for a big vacation.  We also discuss how to stretch vacation days and maximize travel using tools like a PTO calculator. I share my top tips for planning ahead, using credit card rewards to offset costs, and finding budget-friendly accommodations.   If you\u2019ve ever struggled with syncing your family\u2019s busy schedules, I\u2019ll explain how using an online calendar keeps us organized and how to balance travel and other family needs.   Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just getting started, tune in and learn simple, actionable steps to help your family travel more throughout the year.  \ud83c\udfa7 Resources & Links from This Episode  \ud83d\udcf0 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  Visit My Websites  FamilyMoneyAdventure.com  JoyWorldTour.com  HeyKevinPayne.com  Connect With Me on Social  Instagram: @heykevinpayne  Facebook: @heykevinpayne  TikTok: @heykevinpayne  YouTube: @heykevinpayne  Featured Series  \ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Listen to Our Disney Podcast Series  \ud83e\uddf3 Travel Tools I Love  Packing Cubes & Travel Backpacks \u2013 Tripped Travel Gear Hotels \u2013 Booking.com  Vacation Rentals \u2013 Vrbo  Attractions & Tours \u2013 Viator  Attractions & Tours \u2013 Get Your Guide Theme Park Tickets \u2013 Undercover Tourist City Passes \u2013 CityPASS  Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tours \u2013 Big Bus Tours Travel Insurance \u2013 InsureMyTrip  RV Rentals \u2013 RVShare  \ud83d\udcb8 Money Tools I Recommend  Rewards Credit Cards \u2013 Explore My Favorites Budgeting Apps for Families \u2013 See Our Top Picks High-Yield Savings \u2013 CIT Bank Savings Connect  High-Yield Savings & CDs \u2013 Raisin  Kids\u2019 Banking \u2013 Greenlight  Micro-Investing \u2013 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    ","author_name":"Family Money Adventure","author_url":"https:\/\/familymoneyadventure.com\/","html":"