How to prepare for a hike
Some of the most amazing views that you can see in the National Parks here in the United States or in other parts of…
10 reasons you hated your last vacation
If I had to guess, these are ten reasons why your last vacation wasn’t what you hoped it would be. I know we’ve all…
Creative ways to find budget (and free!) accommodations
By. Heidi Papworth Many times I’ve sat down with my dream travel trip and my budget. I’ve then realized that I will have to…
I don’t speak the language, what should I learn?
As I’m preparing to go south of the border and be forced to butcher the beautiful Spanish language, I am writing a list of…
Why I love convertible bags
I’ve written about my favorite travel bag before, and why I love it so much. It’s a tote that converts to a backpack…
Picking a travel destination as a group
If you’ve ever planned a trip for a group of people, you know how frustrating it can be. I love traveling with other people…
Camping checklist for an overnight fall adventure
I’ve written a few things about camping in the past, as this is something that I’ve grown to love. And as it has grown…
Some beauty product recommendations, in my humble opinion
I recently watched Julie and Julia, and Julie Powell started a blog in 2002 and she would make entries daily about how her cooking…
What not to pack when you are traveling
It’s important to consider not only what you should bring, but what you shouldn’t bring. A lot of clothing and accessory items for…
What to wear in California
The coast, the palm trees, the cool breeze amidst the hot sun and the giant “Hollywood” sign. It sounds like southern California is on…
Food and travel
Food. It’s one of the best parts of a vacation. However, if anything I’ve learned from planning a budget, it’s that I almost always…
My favorite accommodation-booking sites
There are a lot of sites to choose from when booking accommodations. There are some that I prefer more than others, and I have…
Camping and Dolly Sods Wilderness
Dolly Sods Wilderness, in the Monongahela National Forest, is part of the Allegheny Mountains. The USDA Forest Service provides this description of the area: The…
What to wear in California National Parks
Californians tend to be stylish and sleek, but with the number of tourists coming to the state attractions every year, you’d be hard pressed…
How to save space in your carry-on
Did you know you don’t need to pack a straightener AND a curling iron? Or you don’t need to pack pajama pants AND leggings?…