👜✨ WHAT KIND OF TRAVEL TOTE GIRL ARE YOU? I am definitely a tote-bag traveler. I need enough room for my wallet, charger, headphones, lip gloss, snacks, travel documents, a little emergency kit… and somehow 12 other things I suddenly need once I get to the airport. 😂 My current travel tote

Before you book the cheapest flight you can find, take a few minutes to check what that fare actually gives you. A lower ticket price can become much more expensive once you add baggage, transportation, inconvenient flight times, or a fare that gives you very little flexibility if your plans cha

Back-to-school season has started, and for families with college-bound students, this is also a good time to start thinking ahead to Spring and Fall 2027 college visits. A college visit should be more than a quick campus tour. Your student may eventually live in that city for several years, s

Santa Fe is one of those destinations that feels naturally restorative. For caregivers, doulas, midwives, maternal health professionals, and busy people who spend much of their time caring for others, a destination like this can offer something important: a slower pace. Santa Fe belongs on a

If I were planning a slow, coastal babymoon, Carmel-by-the-Sea would absolutely be on the list. This destination is a beautiful fit for expecting couples who want quiet charm, boutique accommodations, scenic drives, relaxed dining, and time to reconnect before baby arrives. A babymoon does no

A campus tour is important—but it only shows part of the college experience. Students are not simply choosing classrooms and academic programs. They may also be choosing a new city, daily transportation routine, neighborhood, social environment, and home away from home. That is why a College

The cheapest flight is not always the best flight. Before booking the lowest fare you see, take a closer look at what the trip will actually cost. Does the ticket include a carry-on bag? How long is the layover? Will you arrive too late to use public transportation? Is the airport an

I believe travel should feel like self-care—not another complicated task added to your list. Before becoming a travel advisor, I worked as an educator. My role was centered around helping students, supporting families, solving problems, and making sure other people had what they needed. That

Looking for a beautiful boutique-style hotel in Chicago? Viceroy Chicago is the type of property I would consider for travelers who want distinctive interiors, a polished neighborhood and convenient access to dining, shopping and museums. Located in Chicago’s Gold Coast, the hotel combines hi

Before booking a hotel, look beyond the room photos and nightly rate. Parking fees, resort fees, airport distance, transportation, and hotel location can all change the real cost of a trip. Walkability matters, especially during a short weekend getaway. A slightly more expensive hotel near th

Planning a Nashville weekend getaway but do not want to spend the entire trip on Broadway? Save this 48-hour Nashville itinerary. Nashville has much more to offer than crowded honky-tonks and late-night bar hopping. This city break combines walkable neighborhoods, local coffee, art, rooftop d

People often think a travel advisor simply books a hotel and sends a confirmation. The booking is only one small part of the process. Before I recommend a weekend getaway, city break, babymoon, couples trip, or restorative escape, I compare hotels, read guest reviews, research neighborhoods,