After a great trip to another country filled with exciting adventures and learning about a new culture, you probably want a way to remember the experience. Of course, you could make a scrapbook or print out a few photos for your home. But why not incorporate the global style from your trip into your everyday…
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Lost luggage, checked baggage fees, and that endless wait at baggage claim...why would you ever want to check a bag? Whenever possible, I pack light and bring carry-on luggage only. If you are a habitual over-packer, I know traveling without a checked bag sounds like an impossible task, but I assure you it can be…
One of the best things about living in California is its amazing wine. If you didn't already know, I am a bit of a wine snob. I am one of those people who comments on the tannins and says stuff like, "This bottle needs to breathe." The good news is that you don't have to be…
This post was sponsored by Alaska Airlines, but all content and opinions are my own.
Exploring a lush tropical forest, walking along gorgeous sandy beaches, dining on delicious local cuisine with a Latin flare...welcome to Costa Rica! If you have ever dreamed of traveling to beautiful Costa Rica, I can sum up the trip in one…
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of IHG Rewards Club. The opinions and text are all mine.
New York will grab you by the hand and take you for a wild ride if you let it. The City has a distinct energy that is hard to avoid. As you all…
I've been bitten by the travel bug too many times to count. I have a hard time sitting still, and I love to experience new places near and far. In 2017, we spent six months living out of a suitcase. My husband and I packed up our NYC apartment and hit the road—well, technically, the…
Let the top down on your convertible, because you are in for the ride of a lifetime. The Pacific Coast Highway, affectionately known as the PCH, is one of the most beautiful drives you will ever take. The gorgeous rolling coastline, picturesque rock formations, castles on the hilltops, and cool ocean breezes will make you feel…
This post was sponsored by Chase IHG® Rewards Premier Credit Card, but all opinions are my own.
Credit card offers constantly arrive in the mail, offering everything from sign-up bonuses to waived first-year fees, to double points for the first month. These days, credit cards provide benefits for almost any of your favorite travel brands,…
You can't take the city out of the girl, but you can take the girl out of the city. Every once in a while I like to venture out of my comfort zone and go somewhere unexpected. My husband and I recently traveled to Alaska for his daughter's high school graduation, and it was an eye-opening…
Gorgeous sunsets, calm ocean breezes, and some of the best views in California—Malibu officially might be my new happy place. We recently spent a weekend in Malibu, and it gave me a whole new perspective on #Californialiving.
I often joke that I live in the suburbs—the congested suburban neighborhood of Hollywood, CA. Between the traffic, questionable characters one…