Back when you could still check bags for free I always did – it didn’t matter if it was a 2 day trip or a 10 day trip, I checked a bag and it was bursting with unnecessary items. I surpassed the 50lb. max on the regular, and was always…
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One of my favorite ways to save money without sacrificing experience is finding alternatives to hotels. As much as I love room service, I don’t always love the price tag. Airbnb is a savior in this department.When I studied abroad, we mainly resorted to hostels & staying with friends of…
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I LOVE the 4th of July – it reminds me of being a kid 🙂 Sparklers on the beach in my american flag bathing suit…. those were the days. There’s also something whimsical about places that are “quintessentially American”. These are typically old money/preppy towns (like Martha’s Vineyard and Cape…
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1: Bobino Cord Wrap // 2: Larabar // 3: Vapur Collapsable Water Bottle // 4: West Elm Travel Set (sold out) // 5: iPad with Smart Cover You literally won’t find me on a plane without these things. After years of overpacking on the “what if’s” (read: scarves & shoes) and…
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Disclaimer: I know I’m crazy.A couple of weeks ago, I managed to be at two weddings on the same day. Wedding #1 was in Washington, DC and Wedding #2 was in Wichita, KS. It’s kind of like the opening scene of 27 Dresses on crack. Quite literally half way across…
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When I started traveling (I was 15 going to visit my boyfriend ;), a one-way flight was a HUGE cost. I could never figure out why it wasn’t half of the cost of the flight. Now, with airlines like Southwest, Allegiant, and Frontier, it’s more common to pick your times…
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If there’s one question I’ve been asked over and over, it’s “how do you travel so much?” quickly followed by things like “It’s so expensive” and “I wish I could do that”Well guess what – YOU CAN! All it takes is deciding what is more important: a new shirt for…