Ahh, the City by the Bay: barking sea lions, clanging MUNI buses, steaming clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls, freezing cold Marine Layer... *marinates in nostalgia* We spent over 10 years living in the San Francisco Bay Area, and y'all, let me … [Read more...] about What to Pack for San Francisco (& what NOT to)
Packing Guide
Ultimate Camping Checklist: 42 Car Camping Essentials
Eating s’mores around a crackling fire as stars twinkle overhead. Waking up with the birds at dawn to sip a mug of hot coffee and watch the sun rise. Camping is all about those quiet, peaceful moments of simplicity and bliss. Moments when you take … [Read more...] about Ultimate Camping Checklist: 42 Car Camping Essentials
The Ultimate Packing List: 43 Must-Have Travel Items (by a Full-Time Travel Blogger)
"What are your must-have travel items?" is one of the most common questions we get asked. And while we’ve written a bunch of very specific packing guides for everything (see them all here), we have yet to create a big ol’ chunky ultimate travel … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Packing List: 43 Must-Have Travel Items (by a Full-Time Travel Blogger)
The Curvy Girl’s Beach Vacation Packing List: What to Pack for the Beach
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 Curvy Girl’s Beach Vacation Packing List: What to Pack for the Beach
43 Travel Essentials to Pack for Hot Climates
Backpacking and hot climates go together like people without a lot of money and ... destinations that are inexpensive to visit. Look, I'm not great at writing analogies, but I AM great at researching travel gear and field testing it. After a … [Read more...] about 43 Travel Essentials to Pack for Hot Climates
25 Essentials for Cold Weather Travel: Winter Travel Packing List
Living in California makes us antsy for winter. We crave snow and cold weather and yearn for hot mulled cider and a crackling fire. The good news is that living in the San Francisco Bay Area means snow is only a few hours away from us, so we've … [Read more...] about 25 Essentials for Cold Weather Travel: Winter Travel Packing List
27 Long Haul Flight Essentials, Plus Travel Tips for Economy Fliers
As a full time travel blogger, I do a lot of flying. It's part of the gig. Except unlike my old corporate job, I don't have the luxury of a corporate card, priority anything, or any other amenities. Every time I fly, I'm stuck back in economy with … [Read more...] about 27 Long Haul Flight Essentials, Plus Travel Tips for Economy Fliers
The Ultimate Low Maintenance Guide to Makeup & Beauty for Travel
Adventures and makeup don't exactly go together like, say, pb&j. But I refuse to completely abandon my makeup and skincare routine while traveling. Even a long-term backpacker wants to look her best sometimes, especially if it's her honeymoon … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Low Maintenance Guide to Makeup & Beauty for Travel