Getting ready to leave for any trip requires thinking and planning, but extended international trips are next level. The currency, weather, culture, driving and even power outlets can be different.…
Category: Lifestyle
6 Ways to Save or Splurge on Your Next Trip
When planning trips, it’s hard to know how to make your money go a long way. Is it better to pinch pennies and budget, or should you splurge? While each…
All You Need to Know for An Ideal Weekend In Oceanside
I love spending a weekend in Oceanside so much; it is the cutest little So Cal town with great energy and a laid-back vibe typical of the region. It is quaint,…
Experience Luxury at the Mission Pacific Inn in Oceanside
Another one of my absolute favorite hotels is the luxurious Mission Pacific Inn of Oceanside, California. Rated the #1 hotel in San Diego by Conde Nast Traveler in 2022, the…
Why You Should Immediately Book a Stay at the Gorgeous Seabird Resort in Oceanside, California
When Marcus insisted that we stay at The Seabird Resort in Oceanside when we were in town for my cousin’s wedding two summers ago, I wasn’t sure what to expect.…
From Budget to Luxury: Learning to Splurge on Lavish Accommodations
The more I travel and the older I get, the more I realize why lodging matters; the place you stay can make or break a trip. When I first started…
The Best Seattle Restaurants by Neighborhood
One of the biggest decisions about visiting a new city is figuring out where to eat and what to order. What is the local cuisine? Who does it best? What…
My Trip to the Sulfur Baths of Tbilisi
The sulfur baths of Tbilisi combine the magic of warm water with the horrifying smell of rotten eggs; an unlikely pairing, to be sure. However, despite the smell, a dip…
Best Breakfast Spots in Albuquerque
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and it is also the most annoying, in my opinion. Upon waking, I hate having to think about what…
Indoor Rock Climbing: Should I Dare?
Want to try something fun, new, and challenging that will simultaneously exhaust your grip strength and ruin your manicure? Then indoor rock climbing is for you! I’m not selling it…