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If you’ve been following any of my travel tips, you know that starting out with a travel budget is essential before you even start…

When I tell people I am going to a place that speaks another language, people invariably say, “Oh, so you speak Spanish?” Or, “I…

Safety pins are a great little item that weighs next to nothing and can be used for a variety of things. It’s hard to…

There are some clothing items, like dresses or bras that are made to convert in a number of different ways.  I’ve seen dresses that…

It doesn’t matter how organized or prepared I am, every time it’s my turn to put my stuff in the bins, I start to…

No matter how much planning I do and how many lists I make, there are always some things I forget to do.  Which is…

My husband and I travel by ourselves, as well as travel with other people.  We love being alone and being just the two of…

I used to insist on bringing so much stuff… just in case I might wear it.  Why did I do that?  I know I’m…

I’m going to take a moment to brag on my husband.  I’ve seen a lot of men trudging around Europe with their wives in…

I would like to dedicate this entry to any woman who thinks she may not be the “camping type.”  I wasn’t the camping type,…

The pair of shoes you choose to wear while traveling can determine if your trip will be pleasant or miserable.  Believe it or not,…

I can’t say enough about the importance of purchasing packing cubes.  They are the beginner’s step to staying organized and packing light.  There are…

I’m always on the lookout for a versatile bag.  I was looking for a bag that would double as a tote bag and a…

A good guidebook can be the difference between an extremely frustrating trip, and a very simple one.  I’ve had poor guidebooks that have left…

Packing with one carry-on means that all your liquid items must fit inside a quart-sized bag.  Not only that, but each item must be…