Better Money with Elements Financial

Episode 15 - Fuel & Flights: Navigating Travel Inflation

Better Money with Elements Financial

Show Notes

The cost and logistics of traveling can sometimes outweigh the destination. With increased gas prices and airline travel becoming unpredictable, what are the best ways to manage these while staying within our means? Miranda is joined by fellow Elements employees Abbey Askew and Karmen Johnson to chat through some ways you can incorporate cost savings into both your everyday and leisure travel plans. Then, Republic Airways' Managing Director of Finance, Tara Kamm, joins the show to discuss the airline industry. Listen to our bonus episode with Tara and Republic Airways for a more in-depth look at airline travel. Reference to, or information about, any specific product or service by name, trade name, trademark, or service mark in this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of that product or service. Federally Insured by NCUA

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