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Travel Safety Tips: What to Pack

Travel Safety Tips: What to Pack

As a woman who travels solo most of the time, I am always thinking about my safety. I wanted to share a few tips for things to pack for safety along with how to stay safe online. Check out the post for five things I pack for every trip at home or abroad.
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What to do about Lost Luggage & Broken Suitcases

What to do about Lost Luggage & Broken Suitcases

2023 has been the year of luggage woes for me. After more than two decades of travel, my luggage was lost for the first time. For the tips about what to do about lost checked luggage and damaged luggage, check out my latest post.
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Travel Gift Ideas

Travel Gift Ideas

Some I’m back on the road, I have collected a list of my favorite travel items that I have discovered this year that have made my life easier. Here are a few ideas (both big and small) to help you find the perfect gifts for friends and family this holiday season.

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Six Travel Hacks for Fall

Six Travel Hacks for Fall

I keep a running list in a note on my phone about the random things that make my travels easier, cheaper and less stressful. Now, I’ve started a series where I share these with you. Travel is more chaotic than ever. Here are six ways help fall travel go smoother!

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Travel Banking 101

Travel Banking 101

The easiest way to save money while traveling is having the right kind of bank accounts. In my latest post, I discuss the best accounts for avoiding fees. I also share my favorite bank accounts, travel rewards credit cards and top budget tips for international travel

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My Top 5 Travel Hacks

My Top 5 Travel Hacks

I keep a running list in a note on my phone about the random things that make my travels easier, cheaper and less stressful. I picked five of my favorite ones to share with you here. If you like this, let me know, and I’ll continue the series in future blog posts!

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11 Great Travel Gifts

11 Great Travel Gifts

After 15 months of sitting still, I started traveling again earlier this year once I got vaccinated. I’ve collected a list of my favorite travel items that I’ve discovered or used this year that have made my life easier. Check out this year’s list of my favorite travel gear for holiday gifts!

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10 Travel Gifts Under $100*

10 Travel Gifts Under $100*

2019 has been another EPIC year of travel including Alaska, Australia and a lot of Southeast Asia! I’ve collected a list of my favorite travel items that I’ve discovered or used this year that have made my life easier. Check out the list!

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8 Ways to Make Money While Traveling

8 Ways to Make Money While Traveling

Whether you’re looking to move abroad completely or go for a short stint, there are multiple ways to make money while traveling. Here’s eight awesome ways include six I’ve done myself!)

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The 17 Best Travel Apps

The 17 Best Travel Apps

While the nostalgic part of me misses the days of paper maps and film cameras, smart phones do make travel and life a lot easier. Here’s a recap of my current favorite travel apps – almost all of them are free!

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