Charles and I travel a lot. One reason we can do this is that we never completely unplug. We don’t let work dominate our time, but we have found a way to be on top of things while making the most out of our vacations. Here are our tips for getting work done on vacation. (read more)
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My Makeup Packing List
Ladies, I think we tend to pack too much makeup when we travel. I know that I keep my makeup in a big bag, and I used to just grab the whole thing and bring it with me when I traveled. Now I have a “less is more” philosophy when it comes to packing and (read more)
Tips for Not Getting Food Poisoning While Traveling
Food poisoning is a vacation ruiner. My sister, Kelly, has taught me lots of tricks to ensure that we don’t get sick in far away places like the jungles of Costa Rica or the Sahara Desert. Here are our tips for not getting food poisoning while traveling. Firstly, you should check the CDC and State (read more)
Travel Films to Feed Your Wanderlust
Need to get away, but can’t? Watching a travel movie is the next best thing. Today I am sharing a collection of travel films to feed your wanderlust. So head to Netflix and start your virtual vacation. Under the Tuscan Sun – This movie helped to convince me to study abroad in Italy. It is (read more)
Why You Should Travel Alone (and Ways to Stay Safe)
Have you ever traveled on your own? I backpacked around Europe on my own when I was in college, and I loved it. I stayed in hostels and met friends along the way, and I never felt alone. These days I tend to be traveling with my husband, my sister, or friends. When the opportunity (read more)
5 Things I Bring on Every Vacation
Today I am sharing 5 things that I bring on every vacation. These are the things that come with me no matter where I am going. Let’s get to the list! Shoes So Comfortable You Can Walk In Them All Day Long. You should only be bringing comfortable shoes on a trip. If you must (read more)
6 Travel Websites you Need to Know
How did people plan trips before the internet? Even with the internet, it can be a struggle. Today I thought I would tell you about my method for travel planning and 6 travel websites that you need to know. These are a handful of websites that I cross reference to select hotels, flights, transportation, restaurants, (read more)
3 Travel Outfits I Love
How do you go about packing? Some people pack clothing following a certain color scheme, while others plan out every outfit. Over time I have created my own system. I pack three types of travel outfits that I love and bring on every trip. Let me break it down for you. 1. I always pack a (read more)
Packing for 2 Weeks in Europe
You know that you have mastered packing when you have worn every single thing that you packed. When I spent 19 days traveling in Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, and Montenegro I managed to fit everything into a carry-on and a duffle, and I had everything I needed. Today I am sharing a comprehensive list for packing (read more)
How to Pack your Bag for a Day of Sightseeing
When I am traveling I usually don’t spend much time at the hotel. I like to get out and explore. Often times I will leave the hotel in the morning and will not return until after dinner. This means I put a lot of thought into how I pack my bag for a day (read more)