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These Are the Carry-On Essentials You Need to Pack for EVERY Trip


Ahh yes, another “must-have” carry-on essentials guide by an esteemed travel blogger. ‘What makes this one different?’ you might be asking yourself. Welp, quite a bit actually. If you follow me on social media or have been a reader for awhile, you know I constantly find myself in mishaps and happy accidents often. Which is why I’ve learned what MUST be with me at all times to avoid discomfort or confusion when traveling.Continue reading

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11 Small and Easy Ways You Can Travel More Sustainably


Legendary chef Anne Marie Bonneau once brilliantly said, “We don’t need a handful of people doing zero waste perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly.” Us humans are messy and complicated and we don’t handle change very well. That’s why asking so many people to give up everything they know and love to go green isn’t exactly realistic. It seems like we need a more reasonable and pragmatic way to travel sustainably, for the sake of our planet.Continue reading

Bask and Stow; mid century modern boutique hotel in Byron Bay exterior

Staying at Bask and Stow in Byron Bay, Australia


With a career in travel, people’s go-to question is often, “Where’s your favorite place you’ve ever traveled?” (It’s a pretty vanilla question most people ask when they have no idea how to start a conversation, especially when there aren’t any cocktails around.) And I always say that if I could live anywhere, it would be Australia. More specifically, Byron Bay.Continue reading

Staying at The Folly Collection in Joshua Tree, California


We headed east of Los Angeles for about 2.5 hours for the ultimate desert retreat. The most luminous glow of red and orange hues lit the sky as we made our way off the paved road and onto soft sand. The course set directly towards the mountain range slightly northeast of Joshua Tree and into Twentynine Palms. As the night grew darker, we couldn’t help but wonder if we had made a wrong turn. It was finally, about a quarter-mile off the road, we saw the lonely, barn-turned-hideaway we would be staying at known as The Folly Collection. Continue reading

A Beginner’s Guide to the Best Adaptogens You’ll Ever Need


What if I could tell you there are natural remedies to help eliminate major ailments in your body ranging from depression to hormonal imbalance to cancer? Dude, seriously. While there’s no such thing as a magic pill or cure, there is something that’s pretty darn close: adaptogens. There are thousands of natural remedies out there, but if you’re new to the world of all-natural health, these are the best adaptogens you should start with.Continue reading

Staying at The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel in Huntington Beach, California


Welcome to Huntington Beach: land of epic sunsets, laid back attitudes and culinary treasures as far as the 405 freeway will take you. A lot of people outside of SoCal haven’t heard of Huntington Beach, which is a blessing for its residents and you! But if you’re headed to this cozy, yet thriving beach town, no stay is complete in HB without a trip to the legendary Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel.Continue reading

Here Are The 12 Best Things You Have to Visit in Chengdu China


Not many people in the Western World have heard of the city Chengdu, located in the legendary Sichuan province of China. But if you’re looking to get up-and-close with pandas, eat some of the best Chinese food in the world and dive head first into Chinese spirituality, then this city has got to be added to your bucket list. If you plan to visit Chengdu China, these are the best things you cannot miss!Continue reading

Hitting 30 Countries Before 30 (Cause Dammit, I’m Proud)


It was 9:30 pm on a Friday when I arrived at LAX–a seemingly busy time for most travelers as hundreds of cars sat bumper-to-bumper along Sepulveda.I was embarking on a work trip to Chengdu, China, the capital city of the Sichuan province. And it was at that moment, when I pulled up to the Tom Bradley International Terminal, that I realized I was hitting my 31st country; and I hadn’t even talked about the profound moment I hit 30 countries before 30 years old! So let’s turn back the clock for a quick sec.Continue reading

The Clumsy Traveler’s Epic Holiday Gift Guide for Every Type of Traveler


Happy holidays, clumsy travelers! It seems like there are more and more products filling up our homes and ad space these days. Some awesome, some totally garbage. So how do you know what to gift the special traveler in your life? Let me help you wade through all of the sales and holiday nonsense and present you with the most epic holiday gift guide for every type of traveler!Continue reading