We have discussed suitcase packing lists for several kinds of trips, but let’s take a look at what needs to go in your personal item. Most suitcases travel in the overhead bin or under the plane altogether, but the personal item goes under the seat in front of you for easy access during the flight […]
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What is absolutely essential for you when you travel? This could be anything from your favorite pashmina for those cold airplane cabins to the candle that smells exactly like home. There are certainly items that are luxuries if you have the space, but here are a few items that can make any trip feel like […]
If you do not already have one that you love, it can be almost as hard to pick a suitcase as it can to pick a vacation. You have to have one that not only holds everything you need to take with you, but it also has to be as portable as you would like, […]
It is a new year so a fresh full bank of vacation days awaits! Where will you go this year? Of course there are those days that must be reserved for doctor’s appointments or parent-teacher conferences but the rest are for fun. It is a good time to refresh those travel bags, tossing makeup and […]
With the holidays just around the corner, travel plans will be a big part of everyone’s November and December plans. I’ve been working on my own packing lists (as well as those for a few trips planned in the spring), and I realized that I could probably create a standard toiletry kit and 3-1-1 bag […]
If you’ve never been on a cruise, I highly recommend it. They are a wonderful method of travel and you might realize why it’s so popular! I have been on three and am already planning my next one. But when you take into account that there are two dozen major cruise lines with more than […]
We have talked about what clothing and what makeup to pack for a work trip, but let’s not forget about our complexion. Depending on the schedule I will have on the trip, I like to add little treats for my skin that I may not get around to using at home. Cleansing – I’ve traveled […]
While many of us may travel on a regular basis for work, some of us may be less experienced in what to pack and still have a suitcase of normal proportions. After all, there is a decent chance you will have to take that suitcase to a meeting or a conference, so you certainly do […]
As I have mentioned before, I am constantly looking for ways to downsize my toiletries especially when traveling. I have stumbled across three fantastic-looking items that could go a long way to helping with that endeavor! And they do not have to go in the dreaded 3-1-1 bag! Julep Love Your Bare Face Cleansing Balm […]
No matter how long or short your flight is, your skin will no doubt suffer the effects of the airplane environment. For a lot of us, our skin will end up a strange combination of flaky and greasy. It is not a pleasant effect! There are a few things you can do to help your […]










