Your list of places you want to go is probably longer than your grocery list. Here's how to actually pick — based on real life, not a dream version of it.

Packing for Costa Rica isn’t your average “beach vacation” situation. Between rainforest hikes, waterfall swims, and surprise rainstorms, I learned quickly what actually earned space in my suitcase—and what I could’ve totally left behind. From the gear that saved the day (hello, dry bag!) to the “cute but useless” outfits, here’s what I really used in Costa Rica—and what I’ll skip next time.

Avoid these slip-ups to make your trip smoother, smarter, and way more fun. London is one of the most exciting, historic, and diverse cities in the world—but it’s also huge, busy, and full of small details that can trip up first-time (and even second-time) visitors. This guide covers 10 common mistakes travelers make—and what to do instead—so your London adventure feels less stressful and a whole lot more spectacular.

The best time to travel isn't just about weather. Here's when I'd personally go to Hawaii, Costa Rica, the Amalfi Coast, and South Africa — and exactly why.

Skip the mall this year. These unique holiday gift ideas—from experience gifts to travel packages—are thoughtful, fun, and perfect for the person who already has everything.

Last-minute travel deals sound good. Here's what's actually left when you wait — and how far out the trips worth taking really need to be booked.

Starting January 8, 2025, U.S. travelers (yes, even babies!) will need a UK ETA—Electronic Travel Authorisation—to visit or transit through England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland. Here’s what it is, who needs one, how much it costs, and how to apply so your trip isn’t delayed.

Most people start trip planning with the destination. I start with flights. Because flights are often the biggest expense in the budget, and everything else — the lodges, the timing, the itinerary — has to work around them. Here's how I actually research airfare before building anything.

Ever wonder what systems actually keep a travel business running smoothly? From CRM to OneNote, I’m sharing the real tools I use every day as a former project manager turned full-time travel entrepreneur—and which ones were totally worth the investment.

Thinking about taking a trip without your kids? Cue the emotional rollercoaster. One minute you’re daydreaming about quiet dinners and uninterrupted sleep… the next, you’re spiraling about who’s packing lunch on library day.

Here’s the truth: you can have an incredible, soul-filling getaway and feel totally at ease leaving your family behind—if you prep the right way. I’ve done it, I help clients do it all the time, and this post is packed with the exact tools I use to keep things calm, clear, and chaos-free while I’m away.

Start here to get my free “While We’re Away” template and learn how to leave home without leaving behind your peace of mind.

No matter where you go, some travel questions follow you everywhere—from “Where are you from?” to “Still or sparkling?” I started keeping track, and yep… the hits just keep coming. Here’s how I answer them (and how you might want to, too).