I went to Toronto for work and didn’t think I’d be able to explore enough of the city to write about it. However, I loved it so much—and learned so much—I thought I’d offer up a few tips. First, where …

The travel bag of all travel bags (50% off right now)
This is an emergency post. Okay, I’m being dramatic. But I’ve had my eyes on the Lo & Sons OMG travel bag (or laptop bag) for about two years, and right now it’s reduced from $295 down to $137 with …
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Outfit inspo for long & short flights (updated w/Fall 2019 trends)
You can look cute on a plane. I’ve organized my airpot travel style into three buckets. Short, medium and long-haul flights. I’ll keep updating my list with the newest outfits and trends as I wear them, so check back for …
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Find this hidden beach in Portugal: Praia dos Galapos
If you Google Praia dos Galapos, you’ll see that it’s one of Portugal’s best hidden beaches, nestled in the lush Serra da Arrabida hillsides, just an hour outside of Lisbon. But there’s not much information about how to get there–or …
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What to do in Montreal
My friend Shannon and I decided we’d escape to Montreal over the 4th of July holiday last summer, because we’re patriotic like that. We thought we’d find cooler weather up north, but as all great plans go, we landed during …

How to ask your employer for more vacation time
Typical vacation time in the U.S. is just two weeks, which is not up to standard compared to the rest of the world. And asking for more time off can be an awkward subject to bring up. But traveling not …

How I afford to travel (and how you can, too)
People often ask me how I afford to take so many international trips. Pull up a chair. Pour a cup of coffee. Let’s talk. My dad spent his entire career working in the travel industry. The company he worked for …

Where to stay & feel spoiled in Ubud, Bali
There are plenty of lodging options to choose from when you’re visiting Ubud. Because of the exchange rate, most travelers can afford nice accommodations for a modest price. Champagne on a beer budget IS possible here, so drink up. Hotel …

What to do in Ubud, Bali
Ubud is the spiritual center of Bali. Lush, exotic and filled with culture, it’s a city bustling with energy and things to do. We spent 3 full days and 5 nights here. Our itinerary worked out perfectly, so if you …

The best travel leggings ever
These leggings are great for traveling, going to the gym, dressing up for a night out, binging Netflix, or whatever you want to do in them. They are easily the best leggings I’ve ever owned. And they are half the …