A Christmas list for the traveler! Christmas shopping is my least favorite part of the holiday season. The stress of trying to choose a gift people will like plus the cost just muddles the magic of the season. However, I do like to see people's faces when I get the gift right! So, here is a list of items I use and love or wish that I had! These include: Electronic Travel EssentialsPower BanksFlight Music & Movie EssentialsTracker TagsKindleUniversal Plug AdapaterPacking Essentials for t[...]
Heading to NYC for Christmas? Need to know what to wear in New York in December? Here are suggestions for coats, tops, bottoms shoes. and more that you should pack for a New York City Christmas! Weather in NYC in DecemberWhat to Wear in New York in December: Coats and JacketsTops to Pack for NYC in DecemberBottoms: Jeans, Leggings, SKirts?Shoes to Keep you WalkingLayers? How many Do You Need?Additional Outwear: Are Gloves and Scarves Necessary?What to Wear in New York in December Recap[...]
Lets be honest, weather in Amsterdam in the Autumn can be moody, especially in October when you are teetering between the warm summer weather and the cool, rainy weather of November. What to wear in Amsterdam in October: tops, bottoms, outer layer, shoes and more! Weather in Amsterdam in OctoberWhat to Wear in Amsterdam in October: OverviewOuter Layers to pack for Amsterdam in the AutumnWhat to Wear in Amsterdam in October: TopsWhat to Wear in Amsterdam in October: BottomsShoes to Bring to A[...]
Packing for a beach trip can be a feat; it takes a lot to make a beach day perfect! Obviously you need a bathing suit, but there are a few things that you will want to add to your beach packing list to make your beach trip more enjoyable! Things I didn't even know I needed until I was on the beach 😍 Perfect Seating for the BeachSome Form of ShadeFood and Drink EssentialsEntertainment for the Beach Packing ListBeach Bag EssentialsTransportation EssentialsBeach Clothes EssentialsWhat Do yo[...]
Bali is a humid island full of adventure and culture which makes for a few items that are super helpful to have when you pack for Bali! Here is everything you should pack to make your life a little easier in Bali! Weather in BaliDry Season: May-SeptemberWet Season: November-MarchShoulder Season: April and OctoberClothing to Pack Anytime of YearWhat to Add During Wet SeasonBest Shoes to PackElectronics to Pack for BaliMedicines to Pack for BaliOther Essential Items to Pack for BaliWhat NOT to[...]
Packing for Greece in May was a little difficult for me. Reading the average temperatures on my app still left me somewhat unsure of how it would FEEL in Greece during May (or even in late April). Would I be chilly? Could I swim? Here is what to pack for Greece in May from a practical standpoint (I'm no fashionista). As a practical packer, I travel carry-on only 90% of the time, especially to Europe when stairs are notorious. The not-so-secret secret to traveling for 7-9 days or more with ca[...]
Packing for Costa Rica was one of the hardest trips I've packed for. For one, we went in October and it was supposed to be rainy season. So in my mind, I pictured a rainy, fall day in the US. This was an ignorant mistake. 😂 I had a fear of being chilly and was overthinking things WAY too much while packing. I mean, it's tropical Central America. Therefore, I want to help ensure you have an easier time packing than I had! This packing guide will cover: Weather RecapPacking for Costa[...]
A Banff packing list for September! The Canadian Rockies are pretty well-known for their quick-changing and unpredictable weather; this even more true during September and shoulder season! Therefore, your packing needs to include a wide variety of items and layersss. We visited Banff National Park (as well as Vancouver) in late September. This packing guide is for travelers visiting during shoulder season, and especially those planning to do some hiking! Weather in Banff in Septemb[...]
A guide to packing for Croatia in October! When you think of Croatia, you automatically think about warm, sunny summer days. But summer in Croatia also means crowds and higher prices. So if you are wanting to visit Croatia during shoulder season, but are worried about the weather, don't be! Read on for: Weather in Croatia in OctoberEssential Items to pack for croatiaOther Items to pack for CroatiaWhat you can likely leave behindLuggage vs BackpackPacking for Croatia In October Re[...]
Packing for international travel can take some strategy. How much you can pack and what you need to bring will vary depending on your destination, type of travel and length of stay. However, there are a few items that are essential that I take on every overseas trip. "Just in case" is the curse of packing"- Alexandra Potter Packing LightEssential Items for International TravelEssential Items for HostelsBackpack vs SuitcaseBackPack:SuitcaseWhich backpack to use?My Backp[...]