How I Solo Travel: Moneyball

Discover how to travel solo without overspending. Explore my financial strategies and actionable tips for affordable adventures that keep costs low.

One of my favorites movies is Moneyball. It’s the story of Billy Beane, who was the General Manager of the Oakland Athletics in the early 2000’s, who was given the unfortunate task of building a baseball team with a budget that dwarfed other Major League Baseball teams. Baseball fans know that not much has changed in Oakland, but the lessons are still the same. It emphasizes the importance of making the most out of the resources you have. Some may see it as a challenge to overcome, while others may find it overwhelming. Personally, I lean towards the former. I thrive on challenges. I also have a unique approach to budgeting and financing my solo trips, which sets me apart from others. In this guide, I will share how I typically finance my solo adventures.

We all plan and execute our solo travels differently. Some of us have whiteboards, some of us use templates, some of us just haphazardly plan on the fly. There’s no right or wrong way. We all have our ways of making this happen. This …