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Two Weeks in Brazil: From Beaches to the Rainforest
Looking for travel inspiration and tips for a two-week trip to Brazil? In this blog post, we share our itinerary exploring Rio de Janeiro, the Amazon Basin, and Campos do Jordao, highlighting must-see attractions, family-friendly activities, and the best food and accommodations. From the vibrant streets of Rio to the tranquil beauty of the Amazon, discover how we made the most of our time in Brazil, plus travel tips for navigating transportation, currency, and weather. Stay tuned for more travel posts, including upcoming road trips and European adventures!
10 Things I Keep in my Purse on Travel Days
As any seasoned traveler knows, a successful trip begins with smart packing—especially when it comes to what’s in your carry-on. Beyond the obvious must-haves like my phone, wallet, and passport, I’ve honed a go-to list of items that make every travel day more comfortable, organized, and enjoyable. Let’s dive into my purse and see the items that keep every journey smooth and stress-free, no matter the destination!
One-Month Africa (+Dubai) Itinerary
Usually, when we embark on a trip, I plan and book all the travel myself. I can’t help but enjoy the giant puzzle that itinerary planning provides. However, planning our month-long Africa trip felt daunting, with so many logistics to consider. After much research, we opted to utilize the expertise of Go2Africa, where, together with our dedicated travel agent, we pieced together this amazing itinerary.
Carry-On Only Travel Guide: Toiletries
Squeezing everything into a single bag can seem daunting, but it’s absolutely possible with the right approach. And today, I’m sharing all my secrets! From space-saving techniques to must-have travel-friendly products and tools, I’m here to ensure you’re prepared for any adventure without the excess baggage.
Carry-On Only Travel Guide: Capsule Wardrobe
Traveling light without sacrificing style can be challenging, but a well-thought-out capsule wardrobe simplifies the whole process. In this blog post, I’m teaching you how to pack a capsule wardrobe that ensures you’re prepared for any adventure without overpacking. Let’s get started!
Summer Organization 101
Now that school is out and the days are longer, you might find your summer feeling a bit chaotic with routines flying out the window. But it’s actually the perfect time to get all of your summer essentials ready and organized! By doing so, you can enjoy everything this season has to offer without wasting valuable time and energy.
Spring Break Travel Essentials
Packing light for your upcoming Spring Break adventure can be especially challenging for families trying to fit everything into one suitcase. But as a family of carry-on travelers, I’m here to share some of my go-to travel essentials to help you breeze through packing and ensure your vacation is nothing short of amazing!
Your Guide to Experience Based Gifting
Tired of searching Amazon for hours on end trying to find the “perfect gift?” Close your laptop and gift an EXPERIENCE!
Picture this: instead of gifting another generic object that may end up collecting dust, imagine gifting adventure, excitement, and memories that will last a lifetime!
Summer Packing Travel Essentials: Tips & Tricks for a Stress Free Vacation
It’s finally summer time—which means a lot of us are traveling with our families! Packing light for all of the summer vacations can be especially challenging for busy families trying to fit everything into one suitcase. However, with a few tips and tricks I am going to show you, you can streamline your packing process and travel lighter, making your trip WAY more enjoyable.
4-Week Australia Travel Itinerary
You asked, and here it is - every last detail of our itinerary including accommodations, transportation, dining recommendations, and all things related to our four week Australia adventure!
Travel Essentials
Calling all travelers! Have a love for adventure and travel but not sure how to pack it all in one suitcase?! We are a family of carry on suitcase travelers