I'll admit that I started packing for Peru about a month before my trip. Since it is a different climate in the Southern Hemisphere, I had plenty of winter clothes I could lay out, not needing them in the humid Georgia spring. But this was a tricky one to prepare for. My trip had a mix of climates … [Read more...] about What I Packed for Peru
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Packing for Two Weeks in Guatemala
For my first trip of 2017, I spent two weeks gallivanting around Guatemala, my first Central American country. I knew I would be going carry on only since I was flying Spirit. It would also be easier to get around that way. I brought a backpack smaller than the one I took around Southeast Asia, the … [Read more...] about Packing for Two Weeks in Guatemala
What I’m Packing for the Dominican Republic
As I mentioned in a previous post, I'll be in the Dominican Republic twice this month. They're two very different trips, as this one will mostly be spent in the city of Santo Domingo with a small amount of time in a rural area. I'm also leaving straight from there to go to Arkansas, so this is an … [Read more...] about What I’m Packing for the Dominican Republic
Packing for a Blue Cruise in Turkey
One of the quintessential experiences of traveling in Turkey's Mediterranean region is going on what's known as a "blue cruise." Named for the Turkish boats called gulets that sail the crystal blue waters, it's a way to see the region's ruins and history while soaking up the sun and eating the best … [Read more...] about Packing for a Blue Cruise in Turkey
What I’m Packing for London
Packing light is becoming more and more essential for my lifestyle. So when putting together my packing list for my week in England, I had to be very thoughtful. I knew I'd be hopping on trains, so it was important to be mobile. I recently got a nice carry-on suitcase for my birthday (more on … [Read more...] about What I’m Packing for London