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  • Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Backpack Review

    Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Backpack Review

    When traveling, one of the most critical choices is what to bring. Although if I had it my way, I would bring everything but the kitchen sink, it’s not advisable when on a trip Europe. For an upcoming trip to London and Paris, I brought my Cotopaxi Allpa 42L. On this trip; I am staying in hostels and traveling… Read more

  • Is the London-House Rooftop Worth a 2-Month Waiting List

    Is the London-House Rooftop Worth a 2-Month Waiting List

    You can miss it. London House is located just off of Wacker Drive and has some of the most iconic views in the city. Since I moved to Chicago, London House has been on my bucket list. Now that it’s summer in Chicago and rooftop season has arrived, I wanted to make a reservation at… Read more

  • What to expect on an eight hour flight from Chicago to London  

    What to expect on an eight hour flight from Chicago to London  

    I have never seen a flight so empty. Today, I am flying from Chicago to London. My flight leaves at 8:30 on a Friday morning in late September. I am heading to London and Paris for the week.   Boarding group 9, you may begin boarding; the gate agent calls.  I settle into my seat.  We… Read more

  • How I Spent Under $150 for a 5-Night Stay in London

    How I Spent Under $150 for a 5-Night Stay in London

    Traveling is a luxury and a privilege, but it doesn’t have to be expensive. I am young, new in my career, and only have a little extra cash for travel. Later in life, I want to stay at 5-star hotels in Europe, but I am not putting my love for traveling on hold until then.… Read more

  • Three Things to See at Joshua Tree National Park for a Quick Day Trip

    Three Things to See at Joshua Tree National Park for a Quick Day Trip

    What to see in Joshua Tree- 3 things not to miss Temperatures are scorching today. The air is suffocating as the sun beats down on my shoulders but there isn’t a drop of sweat on my body. Dry heat they say. Today I am going to Joshua Tree for the day. I knew it would… Read more

  • How to Have the Best Fall Day Trip to Madison Wisconsin from Chicago

    How to Have the Best Fall Day Trip to Madison Wisconsin from Chicago

    The air is crisp and cool. It’s the perfect time for a fall day trip to Madison, Wisconsin. Here is everything I ate, did, and saw. I only had Sunday- less than 24 hours to spend in Madison, Wisconsin. Anna, one of my best friends from high school, was sent on a week-long work trip… Read more