A $30 hotel stay brought us to Chapel Hill… …but it was the charm that kept Michael and me occupied during our recent weekend visit. Prior to this visit, we had driven through Chapel Hill exactly once, on our way out to Maple View Farm back in 2019. So it’s safe to say that when in …
Author: Alyssa
Checking In: A Review of Graduate Chapel Hill
Sharing an unsponsored review of Graduate Hotel, and why its Chapel Hill location is incredibly unique While I didn’t attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (I’m a Florida gal—Go Gators!), the college nostalgia hit hard on a recent trip to its namesake city. Not just because of the brick buildings on the …
Traveling Light: A Carry-On Packing List for Columbia, South Carolina
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A real-life packing list from a week spent in hot and sunny Guadalajara – all packed in a carry on, of course!
Travel Guide: How to Spend a Week in Guadalajara, Mexico
Back in April, I had the absolute pleasure of spending a week in Guadalajara with my partner, Michael. It was the first time I’d had the chance to travel for my birthday since 2019, and so it only felt right to choose a destination that has long been on my list of places to visit. …
A Look at Everlane’s Travel-Ready Daytripper Shirtdress, Italian Leather Tourist Heel, Linen Way-High Drape Pant, and Cactus Leather Hobo
A mini-review of a few new items from Everlane, including The Daytripper Shirtdress, The Italian Leather Tourist Heel, The Linen Way-High Drape Pant, and The Cactus Leather Hobo
Semana Santa: What to Expect on Good Friday and Easter Sunday in Guadalajara
Spoiler alert: there are plenty of things to do in Guadalajara and beyond!
Guadalajara Food Guide: Everything We Ate (and Drank!) in Mexico’s Second City
…and all the places you need to add to your Guadalajara itinerary.