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My Favorite Travel Apps!

  • Passport Services
    • MPC (Mobile Passport Control)
  • Currency Converter
    • Xe, My Currency Converter
  • Transportation
    • Omni, Wanderu, Uber
  • Road Trips
    • Roadtrippers, Gas Buddy, Waze
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Here’s a Tip!

If you are not using packing cubes, start! Look for durability, mesh tops and multiple sizes. I personally travel with these.

Best Credit Cards for Travel!

  • Chase Sapphire Preferred
  • American Express Platinum
  • CapitalOne Venture X
  • Chase Sapphire Reserve
  • CapitalOne Venture
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Start packing!

packing Tips

Check out my FREE Packing guides!

Packing can be one of the most stressful parts of traveling. Here are a few guides to get you on your way!

  • The Essentials Packing List
  • One Bag Packing Guide
  • Cruising Packing Guide

What’s In My Bag?

Bags


  • Carry-on Backpack
  • Crossbody Bag
  • Suitcase
  • Hiking Pack

Tech

  • Power Bank
  • Tablet
  • Waterproof Phone Case
  • Cable Bag

Essentials

  • Reef-Safe Sunscreen
  • Natural Insect Repellent
  • Hydration
  • Water Bottle

Best Flight Booking Tools!

Skyscanner

Search global flights on a clean interface. Use the Everywhere feature if your travel dates are flexible. They will take you directly to the airlines website to book where you can easily use rewards and points.

Google Flights

Great for price prediction and their Explore feature if your travel dates are flexible. They will take you to another booking platform to complete booking.

Hopper

Great for price prediction, deals, and price drop alerts. Rewards carrot cash for each purchase, which can be used on future bookings. Customer support services are top notch for when the unexpected happens.

Kayak

Great for search filters and for the Escape feature if your have flexible travel dates. They will take you to different booking sites to complete booking.

Should you buy Travel Insurance?

The answer is always, YES!

In today’s ever-changing travel landscape, protecting your investment in the perfect vacation is not just wise, it’s essential. For a relatively small percentage of your total trip cost, travel insurance can offer significant peace of mind. Coverage typically includes trip cancellation or interruption due to unforeseen events like natural disasters, family emergencies, or illness; emergency medical care and evacuations (even flying a loved one to your side if needed); compensation for lost, damaged, or delayed baggage; and reimbursement for travel delays that result in unexpected expenses like meals and lodging.

In short, travel insurance is your safety net—allowing you to focus on the joy of the journey, knowing you’re protected from the unexpected. When planning an often once-in-a-lifetime experience, it’s a small step that delivers enormous value.

For a list of the providers I trust click below.

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    Packing Guide: Two Weeks, One Bag (Yes, It’s Possible!)

    August 20, 2025February 17, 2026
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Gift Guides For Travel Lovers

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    The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Travelers: 31 Amazon Finds Perfect For Him, Her & Us

    January 28, 2026February 26, 2026
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