Picture this – you have just spent an idyllic day outside. Maybe you’ve been boating, or hiking, or fishing. As the sun dips to the horizon, you build a fire and grab all of the ingredients for a perfect s’more. As you settle into your camp chair, with joyfully sore muscles and the scent of…
There is nothing better when out in the woods than kicking back in a camping chair and enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. Whether you are on your patio, in the backwoods, or around a campfire with a marshmallow roasting on the end of a stick, you want to make sure there is a…
Hoodies have always been a favorite choice for travelers. They offer a layer for chilly plane rides, the hoods offer both warmth and a modicum of privacy, and they usually come with pockets for easy storage. They are comfortable, sometimes stylish, and overall a great pick for days you spend in transit. Whether you are…
Sleeping outdoors is great. You get the natural sounds of nature to lull you to sleep, an amazing view of the stars and Milky Way, and a soft breeze that is difficult to replicate in a bedroom. Of course, there are some not-so-great elements to sleeping outside as well. Namely, that you are away from…
What springs to mind when you envision the perfect summer night? Lightening bugs? Fireworks? A bonfire? Well, lightning bugs have their own agenda, and fireworks tend to only happen on the Fourth of July, but a bonfire is completely within your control. But before you pile up some branches and reach for your lighter, make…
Over the past few years, what I call the “Ryan Air” model of travel has become increasingly popular within the United States. Frontier, Allegiant, and Spirit are all a la carte airlines, which means that if you want to reap the benefits of luxuries like an assigned seat and carry-on luggage, you have to pay…
In case you hadn’t noticed, there is a pretty significant heat wave plaguing the United States right now. It almost reached 100 degrees in New York City at the beginning of July. Los Angeles had power outages due to the high temperatures. But while a heat wave may sound like a great excuse to run…
Bicycles are a great way to explore a new city. They offer 360 views, a relaxing breeze, and an environmentally friendly way to get around bad traffic! A lot of destination cities have started to offer rental bikes by the minute, hour, and even week or month. So, whether you are exploring New York, New…
Everyone who travels understands the importance of having a good bag. For some, it’s the perfect four-wheel suitcase. Others have a well-fitting backpack or purse that they cannot live without. Whatever your preference is, the desire to hold all of your valuables and creature comforts in one, well organized, and stylish place is close to…