I’m not going to pretend I care that much about soccer. I was an alternate girl for a intramural team in college for two semesters (read: they just needed girls to run around the field). I appreciate it because it’s the world’s game and I think it’s beautiful how entire…
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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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Yesterday, an article titled 6 Lessons Travel Teaches You That College Never Will was floating around the web. Several of my friends shared it on numerous social networks, and I read it as soon as I saw the title. As a travel addict, I of course loved & agreed with every…
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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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My brain is full of useless facts. What can I say, I’m curious and I like to know the answers to thinks. I thought I’d start sharing some of my new found information. 1 – It’s common practice for USPS Mail Carriers in Chicago to only DELIVER mail, not pick…
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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…