Travel Makeup

I don’t wear a ton of makeup, but I definitely need something to even out my complexion and make my eyes look OPEN, so strangers don’t ask if I’m tired or have recently been crying 😉My makeup bag isn’t large, but it was bigger than I was willing to carry around in my 45L backpack… Continue reading Travel Makeup

How To Pack for a Semester Abroad

As I’ve said before, I am a reformed over-packer. True Life: We wore all of our clothes on the plane to avoid being charged for heavy bags. I mean I really, really, REALLY badly overpacked. Always. It’s embarrassing to think about how much I towed around for almost no reason.When I was a senior in college,… Continue reading How To Pack for a Semester Abroad

Packing for Hot & Cold Weather in One Carry On

For the second year in a row, we’re going to the tropics & the arctic tundra in one trip. Last year was Mexico & Montana, and this year it’s Florida & South Dakota. Brrrrrrr.Last year, I was able to fit everything for a beach anniversary trip & a snowboarding trip in ONE carry on. This… Continue reading Packing for Hot & Cold Weather in One Carry On

Gift Guide for Travelers: Gifts under $25

It’s that time of year… we’re all shopping for family, friends, husbands, co workers and the lot. That’s where gift guides come in handy! This gift guide is filled with gifts for the traveler in your life. These are all gifts that are compact, help in packing, aid in travel, and overall make trips easier…… Continue reading Gift Guide for Travelers: Gifts under $25