Why a dahabiya adventure is the best way to cruise the Nile
I don’t consider myself a cruise person. A giant ship with tons of people and scheduled “supervised” port stops –...
Mt Rainier National Park – how to spend 1 day in Paradise
Mt Rainier is a beaut! This 14,410 foot peak has more glaciers than any other mountain in the lower 48...
8 incredibly unique gift ideas for travel lovers
Looking for unique gifts for the travel-lover on your list? Look no further! It’s 2021, and after the 2 years...
Stop overspending – set a trip budget that works in 4 simple steps
Have you ever gotten home from vacation to realize you spent way more than you thought you would? We’ve all...
European hotels – what to expect (and not expect)
In Europe recently, I overheard some American ladies next to me at the hotel’s restaurant chatting about their predicament. They...
25 budget-friendly gift ideas for the traveler in your life
Looking for some great travel-related gift ideas that won’t break the bank? Look no further! I’ve rounded up a list...
Are you fit enough to travel in Europe?
Well, I just returned from what I can confidently call a “whirlwind” 10-day vacation in Italy…and boy, am I TIRED....
Guest Post: It’s all in the lipstick and sunglasses honey…
Bonjour! When Jules asked me to impart some of my best travel advice for her blog, the topic of lookin’...
Leaving the country? 11 things to do before you go
Leaving the country huh? Super exciting! Maybe it’s your first time? Maybe it’s not. Or maybe you haven’t ever had...
3 Packing tricks to fly home with all your travel treasures
Flying to visit family for the holidays? Or maybe home from an overseas vacation? There are some times that you...
Pond crossing 102: budgeting for all the things…
Sooooo you’re planning a trip to Europe. You’ve settled on a destination, gotten an idea of what a flight there will...
Pond crossing 101: taking your first leap!
Are you planning a trip to Europe? Or have you always wanted to go, but never knew where to start...
11 Free travel apps you will actually use
There’s SO many apps out there…ain’t nobody got time to keep up with the latest and greatest. At least I...
Vacation rentals are the $h*t, and here’s why…
Whether you plan on traveling overseas or domestically, vacation rentals present an opportunity to be immersed in the local community....
7 ways to a deeper travel experience – before AND after your trip
I have discovered that meaningful travel experiences truly enrich my soul. So when I do get the opportunity to travel,...
Essentials to stay comfy on a long haul flight – in coach
Long haul flights can be a real challenge. When the flights creep up over 6 hours (and you’re stuck in...
5 Reasons Why Travel is Important
I don’t need to convince you that travel is awesome. Why else read a travel blog? Sure, travel is fun,...
4 reasons why you should have a passport – and how to get one
Ohhh boy. That tiny blue book, with that little golden word inscribed on it: passport. I get excited even holding it in my hands! It embodies so much potential. It is magical...
Pack that sundress ladies, we have a cure for thigh chafing!
Thigh chafing AKA “chub rub” is a real freaking thing – and a huge headache for those who have to...
Why did I start this travel blog? (Hint, its for YOU)
Do you look at other people traveling and think: “man, must be nice to travel?” Do you have places you’ve always...