Lady Light Travel Challenge – Take it to the next level
It’s summertime, and travel is easy. There is no need for heavy coats, waterproof shoes, hats, or gloves. So I’m …
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An interview at Planepack
Hi all, Blogger Bobby Graham has featured me in an interview over at Planepack. I talk about upcoming plans, what …
Reduce your solid toiletries to reduce bulk and weight
Solid toiletries have a clear advantage over liquid toiletries. They don’t leak. You don’t carry around the excess water that …
How to pack your carry on for the US National Park Birthday Bash
Happy Birthday US National Parks! August 25 marks the 100th birthday of the NPS system. Here’s how to pack your …
Under the seat: traveling with the Patagonia 22 L lightweight travel tote pack (16 L actual)
I recently traveled to downstate Illinois for 10 days. This was a perfect opportunity to try out a new piece …
What is “minimalist travel”?
I just read a post on another travel site with the term “Minimalist Travel” in the title. My first reaction …
Traveling with Coco Chanel
Ah, Coco. Her lifestyle was shocking and her politics were atrocious. In spite of this she created wonderful designs that …
An unobtrusive fix for broken eyeglasses
Fixing eyeglasses while on travel My friend Noelle was recently faced with a challenge while on travel. Her son …
Packable Christmas Gifts
Looking for small and packable gifts this Christmas? Here are some suggestions for items that are easy to take with you. …
Bad Advice – An examination of common packing tips
Look around and you’ll see many travel blogs offering tips for packing light with a carry on. Unfortunately, some of …
