We all need a few travel beauty hacks to save us time while traveling (and packing space too!). Whenever I’m on the road, I lighten up my morning routine so I can spend less time getting ready and more time out having adventures. With just a few tweaks to your make-up bag along with these…
One of the questions we’re most often asked via social media and email is for packing tips. While our advice might change depending on the destination, there are a few items we never leave home without. This packing list of travel essentials includes items we recommend always having in your bag — especially your carry-on…
Being on-the-go traveling all the time can take it’s toll on your body and staying healthy while traveling is always at the top of my mind. I certainly feel completely wiped out after a trip. You know how the saying goes, “you need a vacation after your vacation.” Changing time zones, not getting enough rest,…
I recently hosted a Facebook Live video to chat about my favorite travel jewelry organizer ideas – from jewelry organizer fails, to fashion-forward boxes, and even an easy and frugal way to keep your necklaces from tangling. While I normally keep things simple when it comes to jewelry, especially since my camera ends up being…
Previously, I posted about our research to find the best mirrorless camera for travel, and ultimately ended up purchasing the Olympus OM-D E-M10. I chose the Olympus OM-D mirrorless camera because of the variety of options for interchangeable lenses, and unique scene modes for travel photography. Now that I’ve had a chance to use it for a…
Kindle or iPad — which is the best tablet for travel? I find myself asking this question every time I pack. And to be honest, I feel a little indulgent and guilty sometimes for having two tablet e-readers, but they’re both great for different reasons. My decision over the best tablet to bring is usually…
Looking for a special gift for your favorite frequent flier? We have a great list of gift ideas for travelers, a compilation all of our favorite things outlined below and organized into four easy categories to help you decide. From gift ideas for the Food Traveler, the Tech Savvy Traveler, the Stylish Traveler, and the Health Conscious…
Creating your own travel makeup kit is an essential part of travel planning as every single ounce of weight and space counts when it comes down to packing, especially for your carry-on. I prefer to bring my makeup kit on the plane with me so that I can do touch-ups and feel refreshed once I land in a…
During this episode, Rachelle chats with celebrity stylist and Hollywood film costume designer, Leesa Evans. Leesa has a gift for dressing her clients in ways that truly represent the essence of each individual, instilling a sense of confidence. Her costume design credits include over 25 films including Bridesmaids, Zoolander 2, and Trainwreck. Whether she is…
Airport food tends to be grossly overpriced and not very delicious, so I always make a pack of healthy snacks for us when we travel that’s full of gourmet grab-and-go foods that happen to be TSA-friendly too. It’s well balanced with some fresh fruit, protein, and a little chocolate treat (since chocolate is it’s own food group). I…
During this episode, Rachelle chats with Suzanne Rowan Kelleher about her favorite family packing tips. Susanne is a longtime travel writer and the family vacations expert at About.com. In addition, she has contributed to numerous national outlets, including Travel + Leisure, FoxNews.com, NBCNews/TODAY.com, Good Housekeeping, Parents, The Boston Globe, and many others. In this episode, she…
There’s nothing quite as relaxing as treating yourself to some pampering at a day spa. I recently celebrated a friend’s birthday at The Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes and made a special spa bag for her as a gift as it occurred to me there are quite a few essentials that I always pack for a spa day….
Today’s guest is Mar y Soul, a celebrity make-up artist and manicurist that’s work has been seen in over 300 fashion editorial covers including Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, and Elle. She jetsets around the world from Paris, to New York, Miami, and LA perfecting manicures for celebritys like Lady Gaga and Jessica Biel. I’m excited to…
This post is done in partnership with RueBaeRue I confess. Each time I hear news about a new travel app, I can’t help but roll my eyes. There seems to be at least a half dozen ‘new and exciting’ travel apps each week that end up doing not much more than taking up precious data…
Whether you travel frequently for business, or are planning for your vacation, all of us could use a few good packing tips from a professional organizer. During this episode, Rachelle chats with Suzanna Kaye with Spark Organizing about her tips for being better organized and stress free when you travel. Learn about the top travel…
I just got back from a Carnival cruise and have a whole list of notes of things I want to remember to bring next time, as well as a few things I brought along that I now know I can’t live without. If you’re headed out on a cruise soon, here’s are some helpful tips for…
My trip to Jordan was the first time I had visited the Middle East and I was a little intimidated about what to wear. It’s the first time I’ve ever stressed about what to pack. “Should I cover up? If so, how much? Can I wear jeans or leggings? Are short sleeves okay? What do…
I rarely, if ever (knock on wood), get sick when I travel. I’d like to think that it’s because I’m one of those weird people that wipes down my entire armrest/screen/tray table/window/etc with antibacterial wipes when I’m on a flight. I also wash my hands incessantly during travel days (and I invest in some luxurious…
Today, it’s quite easy to stay connected with wifi while traveling. It used to be that we’d have to take our roll of film in to the pharmacy and wait a couple of days to have our vacation photos developed before we could share them (I’m showing my age a little bit here). Today, we’re…
Do you think children are born loving foods, or is it something that is learned? I, for one, was not a natural-born foodie. In fact, I’d say I was a very picky eater. I distinctively remember wanting to do anything but eat when I was a kid. Playing outside with my friends was way more…
Over this last year of heavy traveling, I’ve left each of these things at home at least once and been gouged by tourist-prices at the hotel sundry shop. Never again. I’ve since followed Samantha Brown’s advice of keeping two of each — one that stays home and one that is always stashed away in my…
With the recent tragic news of the missing Malaysia Air flight, I find a familiar fear creeping up. Yes, a frequent traveler such as myself struggles with how to overcome a fear of flying. I didn’t always fear flying. When I was a child I thought it was quite a fun joy ride with free…
Does the fear of being on a long flight hold you back from booking the trip of your dreams? They shouldn’t. I actually prefer longer flights to cross-country since you actually have time to rest and reset your internal clock to a new time zone. But if you’re not traveling first class, there are still a few…