As I sit down to write this year's birthday post, I can't believe how long I've been making these lists. My very first one was when I was on the cusp of turning 23, which seems like a lifetime ago now. I was living in Australia with my then-boyfriend. This year, I celebrate 29 from a resort in San … [Read more...] about 30 Things to Do Before Turning 30
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2016: My Year in Review
Let's just start now by saying that I will not be mentioning this year's politics or how many ways that this year has sucked. Because these things are true. I don't want to minimize the pain of many people in any way, but I instead want to talk about the highs and lows in my travels. And … [Read more...] about 2016: My Year in Review
Building a Travel Wardrobe
I am ready to admit that I don't have any fashion sense to speak of. When I started dressing myself, I mostly wore band t-shirts and sundresses with flowery headbands and cardigans. But as I've grown older and traveled more with real-life adults, I've developed my own travel wardrobe to … [Read more...] about Building a Travel Wardrobe
Caroline’s Favorite Things 2016
It’s that time of year again! It’s time to recommend my favorite travel products for the traveler in your life. I have traveled at least a week out of every month this year so I’ve tested these products firsthand. These are all items that I regularly use and most are no more than $150. As with … [Read more...] about Caroline’s Favorite Things 2016
Behind the Curtain: September 2016
I’ve come to look forward to these monthly posts about what I’m into beyond travel because there’s so much more to my life than where I go, despite the fact that it’s something I love. It’s funny how many people respond with their obsessions or agree with mine! As with last month, I’m sharing the … [Read more...] about Behind the Curtain: September 2016