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Safari Packing List: Are you Minimalist Enough to Pack Under 10lb? One Woman Did
Are you minimalist enough to pack under 10lb? One woman did and she’s sharing her featherlight safari packing list with us today! Take a look!
What to Pack for Alaska Cruise in August: Ten Days, One Suitcase
An Alaska Cruise is the trip of a lifetime; In fact, it’s like two trips! I discovered that the only way I could make sure I had everything I needed for the variety of things we had planned was to create two small capsule wardrobes: one for the shipboard...
Surviving Family Travel with Teens: 18 Days in Europe Carry-on Only
Last fall my husband and I took our four teens on an 18 day trip through Europe. None of us had ever traveled to the region, so we had no idea what to pack. In addition to being newbies, we had the added challenge of only bringing carry-on luggage in order to...
The 5 Most Unexpected Yet Essential Travel Items that Helped Me Survive My 5 Month Trip
In March 2015 I began the biggest journey of my life, embarking on an epic five month adventure around South East Asia, India, and the West Coast of the USA. As my decision to travel was somewhat last minute, I had only one month to plan and pack for three very...
South East Asia Backpacking: What I Wore on My 4 Month Trip and Why It Was Perfect
Earlier in the year, I spent four months traveling around South East Asia. The months prior to leaving I agonized about what to pack since this was my first time being gone for so long. Looking back at what I brought on my South East Asia backpacking adventure,...
What to Wear in Borneo: Things I Wish I Would’ve Had for One Week in the Rainforest
I once spent one week working in a jungle camp at the base of Mt Kinabalu in the Borneo rainforest. Man was I unprepared! The July heat and humidity was through the roof and I was not a happy camper. Living conditions were absolutely terrible as the camp had...
What to Pack on a Cruise: 7 Things to Bring and What to Leave Behind
Wondering what to pack on a cruise? With so many cruise dress code guidelines things sure can get confusing. A cruise ship is like a floating city. It has restaurants, entertainment, staterooms, and most everything you could want - but there are some...
Road Trip Australia Travel Tips: Don’t Forget to Bring these Handy Items on Your Next Adventure
Australia is a large country and one of the most popular ways to view the sites is by car. (Check out my Jucy Campervan review!) Most travelers follow the backpacker route up the east coast and other more intrepid adventurers make their way around the outback....
What to Wear in India: Mumbai, Goa, and Kerala
India is a magical country and each of it's Indian States is quite diverse. The south was entirely different than the north so much so that it requires it's own packing list. Find out what to wear in India if you're traveling to the South! What to Wear in...
What to Bring on a Camping Trip: A Practical Guide for Girls
Finding inspiration from women like Cheryl Strayed, who hiked 1,100 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail, we may want to challenge ourselves to go out deep in the woods and get lost. However, we don’t want to be unprepared for the challenges that lie ahead of...
7 Packing Lessons I Learned from a Last Minute Volunteer Trip to South Africa
Ever booked a last minute trip and found yourself unprepared? Find out what this traveler learned when packing for a volunteer trip abroad!
Understanding The Cruise Dress Code: Casual Vs. Formal Dinner Attire Explained
Cruises are a very casual way to travel. However, the formal dining room is the one place where rules most certainly apply. Trying to decipher a cruise dress code can be cryptic if you've never sailed before. While guidelines can vary between cruise lines,...
What to Pack for Fiji: 5 Things to Wear for a Luxury Resort Vacation
Wondering what to pack for Fiji? Here are five things to wear for a luxury resort vacation. (You can use these tips for other destinations, too. Bonus!) What to Pack for Fiji: 5 Easy Packing Tips Written By: Kelly Ella Maz Fiji isn’t like any...
The Ultimate Backpack Organizer: Pack and Unpack in Seconds
If you’re a frequent flyer or a backpacker that’s constantly on the go, I’m pleased to share a packing product that will revolutionize the way you pack! Take a look at my video review of The Pack – the ultimate backpack organizer that will help you unpack in...
What to Pack for a Safari and City Trip from South Africa to Zimbabwe
Wondering what to pack for a safari and city trip? Follow these tips for a luxury vacation from South Africa to Zimbabwe!