My Story

Hi — I’m Tom. I help people travel better, for less. 

Over the past few years, I’ve lived and worked across Canada, Japan, and the Scottish Highlands — from ski resorts to mountain hostels. I’ve spent nights in capsule hotels, luxury view suites, and everything in between. Along the way, I figured out how to travel smart: using VPNs to unlock cheaper bookings, eSIMs to stay connected worldwide, and trusted platforms like Trip.com to build full trips in minutes.

I started Travels With Views to share the exact tools, hacks, and places I use — whether you’re backpacking Asia, booking a ski trip, or just want a smoother way to plan your next escape. Everything here is tested by me, not just random links. I’ve helped friends save hundreds just by switching their VPN location or booking the right hotel at the right time.

Now, I offer travel planning support, product bundles, and digital cheat sheets — so you can skip the stress and get straight to the views.

If you want help planning a trip, need a custom hotel list, or just wanna know how I find flight + hotel deals that feel unfairly cheap... I’ve got you.
Book a free call or check out my smart links.

Tom Purcell

Shiga Kogen, Japan - 2025.