Drew Binsky – Mastermind Travel Hacking Course
Drew Binsky shares his best tips, hacks, secrets and resources that he’s learned from visiting 197 countries in the world.
What’s Inside Mastermind Travel Hacking Course
Lessons 1: HOW TO BOOK CHEAP FLIGHTS
After taking 1,200 flights, Drew has mastered the process for finding the best deals. Everything from using the 24 hour flight cancellation hack, to choosing the right search engine to utilizing budget airlines. Make sure to look for layovers in the 4 Cs – Cairo, Casablanca, Cape Town and Colombo.
Lessons 2: FINDING THE BEST ACCOMMODATIONS
No matter your budget, there is always a reliable place to sleep. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, or family – accommodations are not as expensive as you may think! In this section, Drew tackles all of the best options from cheap hostels to quality Airbnbs. Pro tip: Location is everything
Lessons 3: HOW TO NAVIGATE CITIES
So you’ve arrived in a new city, checked into your hotel and now you’re ready to explore… What do you next? Learn how to navigate the city safely, from walking, biking, ride sharing, taxi, public transit and rental cars. Find out why Google Maps is your best friend and discover other navigation apps.
Lessons 4: HOW TO GET TRAVEL VISAS
Depending on your passport and the country you wish to visit, a travel visa may be needed. The process is usually daunting because each country has different requirements. After visiting 197 countries, Drew teaches the pros and cons between e-visa, ‘visa on arrival’ and getting the visa in advance at an embassy.
Lessons 5: HOW TO NAVIGATE AIRPORTS
The world has 17,678 airports and they are all confusing. Learn how to maximize your flying experience to save money, time and stress. Find out how to avoid lines, get into premium lounges, snag the best seat on the plane, plus dozens of Drew’s secret tips that will make the airport 10X more enjoyable.
Lessons 6: HOW TO LEARN LANGUAGES
While the world has 6,500 languages, did you know that 70% of all humans speak one of 12 languages? Learning a few basic words and phrases can go a long way when visiting a foreign country. You will feel proud when speaking with locals and earn their respect. Discover the different techniques and methods to pick up a new language.
Lessons 7: HOW TO BUDGET FOR A TRIP
Everyone travels on a different budget, but money should never hold you back from taking the trip of your dreams. Drew teaches you how to thoughtfully plan and track your expenses across transportation, accommodation, food and drink, personal activities, and the unknown extras – so you will be on your way to making lifelong memories.
Lessons 8: PACKING YOUR BAG LIKE A MASTER
In this lesson, Drew dissects his entire backpack on camera and shares a detailed run down of every item that is necessary to bring on your trip. It has taken him 10 years to create this system, and for the first time ever, he is sharing it publicly to help you become a master packer. Pro tip: Less is more!
Lessons 9: HOW TO MAKE LOCAL FRIENDS
A stranger is a friend you’ve never met before and Drew teaches you exactly how to find them. Exploring with a local gives you a unique perspective of their culture along with safety tips, food suggestions, fun activities and hidden gems. In exchange, you’re also doing them a favor by showing interest in their country and becoming a lifelong friend.
Lessons 10: MAXIMIZING TRAVEL REWARD POINTS
The cheapest flight or hotel that you can book is free, and the easiest way to do that is with points and miles. You can think of them as a type of currency. Every time you take a trip or make a purchase with a rewards credit card, you earn points that you can redeem for free flights, hotels, rental cars or anything else travel related.
Lessons 11: STAYING SAFE IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES
In this lesson, get dozens of safety tips such as making sure your phone works, getting wifi passwords in public spaces, keeping a low profile. Always be aware of your surroundings and trust you gut instinct. When you join the course, Drew will teach you how to avoid common travel scams such as the mustard scam and the tuk tuk scam.
Lessons 12: DREW’S RULES FOR THE ROAD
Drew fills in the gaps with additional tips that will help you in any country. Things such as how to avoid fees when taking out money from an ATM, how to access wifi passwords, how to avoid food poisoning, as well as suggestions for which countries to visit. With these final tips, you will be well prepared for your next trip.