240: Save Big, Travel Far: Smart Ways to Explore for Less with Trae Bodge

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Trae Bodge, an accomplished BIPOC lifestyle journalist and broadcast commentator who has specialized in smart shopping and money-saving for over a decade.

Today's guest, Trae, joins us to share how to travel for less - from flights and hotels, to cruises and more, she provides tips and insight to help you save and get the most value for your money.

Trae Bodge is an accomplished BIPOC lifestyle journalist and broadcast commentator who has specialized in smart shopping and money-saving for over a decade.

She has appeared on-air over 1,000 times, including Good Morning America, NBC Nightly News, Today Show, Inside Edition, and network affiliates nationwide.

She was named one of 5 Black Financial Influencers to Follow in 2024 by Nerdwallet, one of 10 Best Savvy Shopping Bloggers for 2024 by CardRates, a Top Voice in Retail by LinkedIn, and a top personal finance expert by GoBankingRates and FlexJobs.

Her writing and expert commentary have appeared in Forbes, Time, Marketwatch, MSN, USNews.com, Kiplinger, Yahoo, and numerous others.

Trae is also co-founder of Threadneedle Alley Foundation, a 501(c)(3) that provides grants and mentorship to entrepreneurs in midlife facing financial challenges.