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
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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 … [Read more...] about Packing for a Blue Cruise in Turkey
Travel Product I Love: Speakeasy Travel Scarves
I love writing about travel products, especially between this blog and my work on Her Packing List. So when my friend Brooke sent me a Speakeasy Travel Scarf as a Christmas present, I was thrilled. My friends Beth and Randy (you may know their blog, Beers and Beans) started the company, inspired by … [Read more...] about Travel Product I Love: Speakeasy Travel Scarves
What’s In My Carry On Bag?
I write packing lists every month over on Her Packing List and I've created a few here for specific trips (as I will for my upcoming San Francisco getaway), so you could call me a packing list expert. I've outlined the gear I use, but never gone into what items I bring on every trip. I thought … [Read more...] about What’s In My Carry On Bag?