Matthew Kepnes

1 week ago | nomadicmatt.com | Matthew Kepnes

I used to think “home” was a dirty word. Out there — on the road — was where life happened, full of exciting adventures, fascinating people, and endless possibilities. No dreary commutes, 30-minute lunch breaks, mind-numbing meetings, or endless lists of to-dos squeezed into a rushed weekend. Why would anyone want to be home, the place where routine seemed to sap your will to exist? It baffled me. My first trip overseas — a vacation to Costa Rica — made me fall in love with travel.

2 weeks ago | nomadicmatt.com | Matthew Kepnes

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1 month ago | nomadicmatt.com | Matthew Kepnes

Advertiser DisclosureTerms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. The Platinum Card® from American Express is the OG of premium travel cards. Since its launch in the 1980s, it’s always been known for its exclusivity, suite of perks, and stellar customer service. While it does have the highest fee in the game ($695, See Rates and Fees), it offers a ton of bang for your buck.

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Matthew Kepnes

2 hours agoI am a frequent flyer, and this backpack is the most versatile carry-on I have ever tried. Grab it at 23% off before this deal flies away. My job as a full-time food and travel writer requires me to fly to different places all over the world. I am talking about at least 50 flights a year. Regardless …

1 month ago | nomadicmatt.com | Matthew Kepnes

Advertiser DisclosureTerms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. Over the past nineteen years as a business owner, I’ve used countless business cards. Some have been amazing and elevated both my travel and my business. Others have been…well, lackluster. One of the best? The Business Platinum Card® from American Express.