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7 Clever Travel Makeup Hacks
I've met an array of women traveling over the years - some with a carryon completely filled with beauty products and others that wanted to travel so lightly that they decided to forego makeup altogether. Take a look at these seven travel makeup hacks to help...
What to Wear in Borneo: Things I Wish I Would’ve Had for One Week in the Rainforest
I once spent one week working in a jungle camp at the base of Mt Kinabalu in the Borneo rainforest. Man was I unprepared! The July heat and humidity was through the roof and I was not a happy camper. Living conditions were absolutely terrible as the camp had...
7 Packing Lessons I Learned from a Last Minute Volunteer Trip to South Africa
Ever booked a last minute trip and found yourself unprepared? Find out what this traveler learned when packing for a volunteer trip abroad!
What to Pack on a Cruise: 7 Things to Bring and What to Leave Behind
Wondering what to pack on a cruise? With so many cruise dress code guidelines things sure can get confusing. A cruise ship is like a floating city. It has restaurants, entertainment, staterooms, and most everything you could want - but there are some...
Beach Vacation Clothes Made Stylishly Simple
What if you never had to choose your clothing for vacation and your travel capsule wardrobe was planned for you? A new website is making it easy to plan your beach vacation clothes – introducing VacayStyle.com! Keep reading to find out why this new online...
What’s the Best Travel Hat? These Are Our 7 Favorite Styles
Nothing adds instant style and enhances an outfit quite like a hat.It can take a basic outfit to effortlessly cool, which is why they are great for travel. They are also perfect to cover up your bad hair days or in between washes. Find out our seven best...
Surviving Family Travel with Teens: 18 Days in Europe Carry-on Only
Last fall my husband and I took our four teens on an 18 day trip through Europe. None of us had ever traveled to the region, so we had no idea what to pack. In addition to being newbies, we had the added challenge of only bringing carry-on luggage in order to...
Road Trip Australia Travel Tips: Don’t Forget to Bring these Handy Items on Your Next Adventure
Australia is a large country and one of the most popular ways to view the sites is by car. (Check out my Jucy Campervan review!) Most travelers follow the backpacker route up the east coast and other more intrepid adventurers make their way around the outback....
What to Pack for Fiji: 5 Things to Wear for a Luxury Resort Vacation
Wondering what to pack for Fiji? Here are five things to wear for a luxury resort vacation. (You can use these tips for other destinations, too. Bonus!) What to Pack for Fiji: 5 Easy Packing Tips Written By: Kelly Ella Maz Fiji isn’t like any...
Floating Sunglasses. Yes They’re Real and Totally Amazing (Plus, They’re Polarized)
Floating sunglasses. Is it possible? Yes it is. Never lose your sunglasses again! Hammock and Palms have the ultimate sunglasses for every beach bum out there. Travelers, scuba divers, water sports enthusiasts; introducing the ultimate ocean side sunglasses....
Everyone Loves a Circle Scarf for Travel – Find Out Why
It seems that all women love to wear scarves when they travel. They're fashionable, packable, and oh-so versatile. Find out why a circle scarf is one of the most popular styles! Why Circle Scarves Are Awesome for Travelers Written by: Eileen Cotter...
How to Shop Your Closet and Create an Awesome Travel Wardrobe
Planning a trip but don't want to spend your hard earned vacation money on a new travel wardrobe? Find out how to shop your closet for travel clothes! How to Shop Your Closet for Travel Clothes Written By: Niki Landry I don’t need much of an...
Backpacker Tips for the Girly Girl: The Most Commonly Forgotten Items on a Trip Abroad
When we plan long “backpacking” trips to places like South America, Southeast Asia, or New Zealand female travelers sometimes think mostly in practical terms foregoing some of the items they’d use at home. These backpacker tips don’t apply to everyone. However,...
4 Unnecessary Things to Pack on a Long Trip (but Why They’re So Worth It)
Most of the time it’s easy to pick up clothes and gear while traveling for long periods of time, but I have a few favorites that I am certain make it into my luggage every trip. I could survive without them, but I really don’t want too. Keep reading to find out...
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling: Dealing with Medical Emergencies Abroad
Emergencies happen. People get sick, injured, there are vehicle accidents, we fall and break arms and legs. None of them are easy to deal with but there are ways to make things easier. While the chance of an emergency isn’t contingent upon age, being an older...
What to Wear in India: Mumbai, Goa, and Kerala
India is a magical country and each of it's Indian States is quite diverse. The south was entirely different than the north so much so that it requires it's own packing list. Find out what to wear in India if you're traveling to the South! What to Wear in...
How to Save Space in Luggage: 9 Genius Ideas to Eliminate the Bulk
We were recently featured in this article on the best ways to pack your cabin bag and thought we would offer even more tips to help you pack even lighter. If you're wondering how to save space in luggage but don't know how to minimize the bulk, take a look at...
The Ultimate Backpack Organizer: Pack and Unpack in Seconds
If you’re a frequent flyer or a backpacker that’s constantly on the go, I’m pleased to share a packing product that will revolutionize the way you pack! Take a look at my video review of The Pack – the ultimate backpack organizer that will help you unpack in...