What to Wear in the Philippines: Island Hopping Adventure

Asia Packing Lists, Beach

  With its rich history and diverse culture, the Philippines is a sought-after destination. Travelers can immerse themselves in Filipino culture, try exotic cuisine, and visit churches and houses that are thousand years old and with its more than 7000 islands, go...

Beauty-licious Beach Essentials For A Winter Escape

Beach, Hair, Skincare, Toiletries, TOILETRIES, Travel Beauty Tips

  If you’re thinking of a beach itinerary for your winter escape, you’re in for a treat. But before you leave, make sure you pack these beach essentials. Ready? Here’s the list!   Beach Essentials For A Winter Escape     Table Of...

My Long Term Travel Packing List: Beaches and Diving

alex packing lists, Backpacking, Beach, Long Term Travel, Scuba Diving

  As mentioned in my post How to Pack for Long Term Travel, I use one of three packing strategies for my current stage in my indefinite travels.   I refresh and replace as I go!   As my destinations and interests have changed in the past 3 years as a...

5 Unexpected Beach Vacation Packing Essentials for Family Getaways

Beach, Family, Packing

  “Hey babe,” I shouted to my husband as we shuffled our young family between dock and boat, preparing to head off on a tour around the island in Mexico where we were vacationing. ‘We brought diapers right?” We both glanced down to see said diapers rapidly...

Scuba Gear Packing Tips for Liveaboards and Diving Holidays

Beach, Scuba Diving

  Scuba diving is one of my favorite activities when I’m traveling. Read on to see my top essentials for a good dive trip.   Scuba Gear Packing Tips   I spent 4 months living in Khao Lak, Thailand a few years ago now, working, and diving. Khoa Lak...

Beach Vacation Packing List for Mexico: Inspiration to Reality!

Beach, FASHION

  With many of you heading out to beautiful sunny Mexico this season, I thought I’d share my personal beach vacation packing list for Mexico from my trip to Tulum earlier this year. In June, my mom and I celebrated our birthdays by spending 5 days in one of my...