Category: Travel
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What you should be packing for Winter Hiking Trip in Arizona
Arizona’s environment, however, like many other desert climates, can vary. The temperature changes drastically depending on the region and whether or not the sun is out. I am all about efficient packing and never checking a bag. Knowing what to bring makes it easier to pack everything in a small carry-on.
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5 Day Winter-Hiking Trip to ArizonaÂ
Traveling can be surreal like that. Last night I was in the snow-covered city of Chicago, and this morning I woke up to the most beautiful sunny mountain view.Â
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7 Ways to Cope with Post-Travel DepressionÂ
My sister drops me off at the airport. I give her a big hug goodbye and walk inside the Phonix airport. It hits me as I hand the TSA agent my ID. I hate coming home from a trip. I spent the last five days hiking in Arizona. The return of a trip leaves an…
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How to Pack 10 Days of Clothing in a Carry-on
The last thing you want on a 10 day backpacking adventure is to have too much baggage to lug around. Fitting multiple days worth of clothes in a carry-on is challenging, but not impossible. Follow these carry-on packing tips and fit everything you need in a small backpack. Find the perfect backpack ahead of time…
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A Heavenly Sunrise at Garden of the Gods, Colorado
An Early Start to the Colorado Park Bright and early doesn’t is an understatement to how the day starts. Waking up at 4:30 AM is not ideal, but my excitement about the sunrise at Garden of the Gods in Colorado keeps me from hitting the snooze button. My cousin makes me a cup of coffee,…
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Everything You Need to Know About Hiking the Skyline Trail in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington
Hiking the Skyline Trail at Mt. Rainier National Park It’s going to be one hill of a day The Skyline Trail at Mount Rainier is unreal. The day begins earlier than I would have liked. My alarm goes off at 4:30. The strong urge to snooze is sedated by my realization that I get to…
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Simple Skincare Tips & Products for Travel
Tt’s easy to remember our nightly eye creams and moisturizers at home. Yet, as soon as we leave the house our usual routines go out the window. Odds are, you beauty routine is simplified when on the go, but don’t worry. Skincare tips and products for travel help keep your skin fresh and glowing. 1.)…
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30 Iconic Foods You Can Only Find in America
Growing up in North Carolina, I am no stranger to classic American cuisine. Yet, the food I grew up on is unheard of elsewhere. I only realized certain foods were American once I left the States and couldn’t find them. Here are thirty iconic American foods you can’t find anywhere else but in the United…
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Where to Stay in Washington D.C. & How to Avoid My Mistakes
Without knowing much about neighborhoods in Washington D.C. I booked a place to stay, and it wasn’t in a safe area. Don’t make the mistakes I made.
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25 Times Italy will Leave you Speechless
Living in Italy for three months is a tranquil voyage of a lifetime. There are numerous stunning sites to visit throughout this little country shaped like a boot. Here are a few of my favorite spots in Italy that will leave you speechless, and make you want to visit Italy. 1.) Cinque Terre’s Waterfront Houses…