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In this post, I'm throwing all the tips I've learned from years of saving money for travel. You'll learn how to calculate the cost of your dream trip, how to budget for travel and cut expenses at home, and creative ways to earn extra money for travel.

How to Save Money for Travel (& How We Saved $30,000 for a Year-Long Trip)

Finances are often the biggest hurdle to travel. Everyone has a trip they dream about taking, but too often, that once-in-a-lifetime vacation seems like a faraway dream. Well, I'm not here to tell you that it's super easy to save money for travel. … [Read more...] about How to Save Money for Travel (& How We Saved $30,000 for a Year-Long Trip)

Sheer cliffs. Crashing waves. Misty redwoods. Big Sur, California is a rugged stretch of stunning coastline on Highway One between Los Angeles and San Francisco, and it’s home to some of the dreamiest campsites in California! Camping in Big Sur means setting up your tent on ocean cliffs and in redwood groves, next to babbling brooks and lazy rivers, and underneath bright stars and wheeling galaxies. So pack your swimsuit (and maybe a wetsuit) for the beach and your hiking boots for the trails, and read on to find tips for the perfect Big Sur camping trip and the best Big Sur campgrounds.

14 Beautiful Big Sur Campgrounds: The Best Camping in Big Sur, California

Sheer cliffs. Crashing waves. Misty redwoods. Big Sur, California is a rugged stretch of stunning coastline on Highway One between Los Angeles and San Francisco, and it’s home to some of the dreamiest campsites in California! Camping in Big Sur means … [Read more...] about 14 Beautiful Big Sur Campgrounds: The Best Camping in Big Sur, California

Are Waterlust leggings worth it? Here's everything you need to know about Waterlust and their swim leggings. Spoiler: they're totally worth it!

The Best Swim Leggings: Waterlust Leggings Review (by a Plus-Sized Traveler)

Some people are born to be on the beach. All year long, they dream about dipping their toes in bright blue water and frolicking on soft white sand, and they return from their beach vacation with sun-kissed skin, positively glowing with beachy … [Read more...] about The Best Swim Leggings: Waterlust Leggings Review (by a Plus-Sized Traveler)

In this post, you'll learn all about my favorite credit card for international travel, why I've been using it for the past decade for all of my trips, how it's save my a** several times when things went sideways, and how I use credit card rewards to help pay for travel (including saving up enough money to quit my job and travel for a year ).

The Best Credit Card for International Travel (& Why I’ll Never Travel Without It Again)

The summer after I graduated college, I took my first independent backpacking trip. I'd won a fashion design scholarship (RIP, my sewing skills pre-blogging) so I decided to use the cash prize to treat myself to 2-week trip across Europe. I … [Read more...] about The Best Credit Card for International Travel (& Why I’ll Never Travel Without It Again)

Crystal-clear aquamarine water. Sandy beaches. Towering pine trees. Snow-capped mountains. Welcome to Lake Tahoe, California: the most stunning alpine lake in the country! Although many folks think of Lake Tahoe as a world-famous ski destination, summer at Lake Tahoe is completely different - and full of its own charm and outdoor beauty. (And ghosts. Lots of ghosts.) Ringed by white-sand beaches and trails crisscrossing through sequoia and pine forests and along sheer granite cliffs, the best way to experience Lake Tahoe in the summer is outside: on a trail, on a boat, or on a beach. Our travel guide to summer in Lake Tahoe has everything you need to know to plan your trip, and all the best Lake Tahoe summer activities!

The Ultimate Lake Tahoe Summer Guide: 12 Things to Do for the Perfect Summer at Lake Tahoe

Crystal-clear aquamarine water. Sandy beaches. Towering pine trees. Snow-capped mountains. Welcome to Lake Tahoe, California: the most stunning alpine lake in the country, all year round! Although many folks think of Lake Tahoe as a world-famous ski … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Lake Tahoe Summer Guide: 12 Things to Do for the Perfect Summer at Lake Tahoe

What to pack for Maui: the essentials you need to stay cool, comfortable, and un-sunburnt!

What to Pack for Maui: Essential Hawai‘i Packing List

Swaying palm trees and crashing waves. Turtles laying on sandy beaches. Sweet shave ice and fresh poke. Maui has long held visitors entranced by its charm and beauty, but Hawai‘i is so much more than a travel playground: its history and culture run … [Read more...] about What to Pack for Maui: Essential Hawai‘i Packing List

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