Real world travel

The first time I went abroad was to London with my now-husband and I didn't book any tours or activities (well, except for tickets to the Ha

I'm in a bit of a travel lull at the moment. After a busy spring, my PTO balance is basically nonexistent, and I'm gearing up for a busy end

However, I’ve noticed there always seems to be some items that make it into my suitcase regardless of where I’m going. These tried-and-true

After trying lots of products on my trips, I’ve come up with an on-the-go beauty routine that fits in my carry-on and does the trick without

Whether you need help navigating, translating, or keeping your endless trip details organized, apps can help you every step of the way. I’ve

Turbulence and I go together like peanut butter and mint. It’s just not a good combo. A bumpy plane ride combines my overwhelming fear of he

If you've ever crossed time zones in the pursuit of wanderlust, then you might (unfortunately) be familiar with the tossing and turning at 3

If potential communication struggles have you putting off a trip, then this post is for you. Today I'm showing you the ins and outs of trave

Traveling, while fun, can be a little overwhelming with all the little details to keep an eye on. By staying on top of your game in the days

Scoring a deal on airfare sounds like mission impossible. Coming in at one of the larger expenses for a trip, plane tickets can cause so...

Essential oils have been getting a lot of buzz over the years and for good reason. Most people are becoming aware of the toxins and...

Oh, all-inclusive vacations. To many, this epitomizes accessible luxury travel and is often reserved for the most special of trips –...

Many people assume a plane ticket will be your most expensive part about traveling, but I find that accommodations eat up much more of my...

Whenever someone tells me they can’t afford to travel, I want to throw something at them (kidding – kind of). I get that a trip isn’t a...

Do you like packing? The Type A person in me really enjoys making a packing list, folding everything up neatly, and feeling organized....

Have you heard of a “capsule wardrobe” before? Essentially, you downsize your wardrobe to a few staples that are versatile, simple, and...

Travel isn't free. I'm not going to pretend I've cracked some secret code to make it happen. If you have discovered some magic way to...

My husband is just as much of a travel junkie as I am (thank goodness) and we are usually each other's travel companion. We've gotten to...

Most destinations come with a list of "duh" things to do. You know, the things you absolutely must see or experience before leaving....

I'm a notorious overpacker. Visiting family for a weekend? Two bags, minimum. One week in Portland for a business trip? Yup, gonna need...