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2020 Challenge: Collect Moments, Not Things

Common problem: “It’s the end of my au pair year and I have sooooo much stuff! It’s going to cost me a fortune in extra baggage fees.”

This post is about one way to prevent that problem.

I know it can be tempting. There are so many beautiful things and great sales out there. But in 2020, I challenge you to take a moment before each purchase and ask yourself:

  • Do I really need this?
  • Do I want it enough to pay extra baggage fees to get it home later?
  • What experience could I have with this money instead? For example, you might ask yourself, “Would I rather have these designer shoes or a ticket to a concert?”

Being an au pair can be an amazing time in your life where you have the opportunity to try new things and see new places. The more money you save for travel, the more of those unforgettable moments you will have to carry home with you.

Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.

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Photo 01Photo 09 Last night, Brian Eggers from TrekAmerica spoke with our cluster about travel in the U.S.A. As part of this event, everyone present was asked to fill out a form to be included in a raffle to win a free trip.

Those who weren’t able to join us and those who did and would like another raffle option, check out the following:

Global Awareness is developing a new section on its site, Learning about the U.S. This will highlight different areas and cultures in our country. APs will be asked to write about their travels for the site.

For a fantastic kick-off, TrekAmerica has designed a scavenger hunt on their website and the winner will receive a free trip with Trek!!

Go to the global awareness site (www.globalawareness.com) to learn more about this opportunity and to participate in the scavenger hunt!