283: 2026 Travel Trends and the Budget Strategies That Actually Work with Pamela Holt

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Pamela Holt, host and executive producer of the Amazon Prime travel series Me, Myself & The World: The Art of Solo Travel.

Today's guest, Pamela, joins us to discuss how to get started with solo travel, 2026 travel trends, top destinations and deals, and smarter ways to make your time and money go further. She shares recommendations for the top destinations and cruise options for solo travelers, some simple precautions to feel confident traveling solo, and some of the biggest mistakes people make trying to save money on travel.

Pamela Holt is a seasoned solo traveler, scuba diver, and filmmaker.

Despite a life-changing car accident, she pursued her passion for travel and storytelling, fulfilling her “80 by 50” promise to travel to 80 countries by the time she turned 50.

Accomplishing her goal, Pamela has now explored over 90 countries and territories, from the Amazon to Antarctica.

Her travel expertise has been quoted on Fox, KTLA, CNN Travel, Condé Nast Traveler, Business Insider, and more.

Pamela’s Amazon TV series, Me, Myself & The World®, is about “The Art of Solo Travel” and showcases her adventures, inspiring others to embrace solo travel and discover the world on their own terms.

She has redefined solo travel to mean: S.O.L.O. = Seeking Out Life’s Opportunities!

Visit Pamela's website to learn more: https://www.pamelaholt.com/