Ladies, this one’s for you: 18 days and 5 countries with a carry-on bag and a personal item only! No rolling clothes, no praying that the flight attendants ignore my overstuffed bag at the gate, and no worrying about the airline losing my luggage. This is how you pack for 2 weeks in a carry […]

Do you have 1 day in Bangkok? When most people think of Thailand, they think of: Full moon parties in the Phi Phi islands Bathing with elephants in the faux “jungle.” Spicy pad thai noodles But if you’re interested in a vibrant city that blends tradition and religion with modernity, Bangkok is a great place […]

UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2025 So you’ve got your bags packed, your itinerary planned, and your heart set adventure. But then some buzzkill aunt or friend asks you whether you purchased travel insurance for your trip. Ugh. What is travel insurance? Honestly, I haven’t always purchased it. I thought it sounded expensive and unnecessary, or like something […]

The Japanese tea ceremony, known as “chanoyu” or “sado,” has profound cultural significance, embodying the essence of Japanese aesthetics, spirituality, and social etiquette. So when I visited Japan, experiencing an authentic, traditional Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto was at the top of my very long Japan must-do list. Why? Because the tea ceremony goes way […]

There are a lot of travel safety products for women. From pepper spray disguised as banana keychains to “pens” or “tampons” with concealed personal safety weapons, I’ve tried them all. Why? Because more than 75% of solo female travelers (including me) have experienced some form of harassment, discomfort, or felt unsafe abroad. Not that America […]

Wondering where to stay in Hoi An, Vietnam? Picture this: You step out of your quaint, sunny bed and breakfast to the bright green countryside. You’re about to take a gentle bike ride, lazily waving wildflowers and rice fields flashing past, into the charming ancient town down the street. You may take a walk on […]

[UPDATED DECEMBER 2025] Nestled in Iceland’s volcanic and glacial landscapes, the Blue Lagoon is a geothermal spa with milky, sky blue water- everyone has seen it on their IG feed. But beneath the ethereal beauty is a common and pesky concern for visitors: Blue Lagoon hair. So is the Blue Lagoon water bad for your […]

Whether you’re jetting off to the picturesque streets of Europe or exploring tropical Caribbean destinations, I’ve got you covered with the comfiest and most stylish women’s dresses that are perfect for long, hot days that turn into nights! ☀️✈️ These are the best travel dresses on Amazon! Bonus? They’re all on Amazon and are under […]