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A Review of the Easy Breather Memory Foam Pillow from Nest Bedding

Alyssa holds a French language book while laying in bed

Why is a travel blogger reviewing a pillow? Because after a long trip, there’s nothing I want to do more than climb back into my own bed and get a good night’s sleep. We spend a third of our lives in bed, as they say – except when we travel. Personally, when I travel I’m …

Charlotte, Destinations, North Carolina, Travel, USA

A Day Trip Travel Guide for Davidson, North Carolina

Alyssa stands and looks at a building on campus at Davidson College

Welcome to what I hope will be the first post in a mini-series about each of Charlotte’s suburbs! Today I’m sharing a little about our day trip up to Davidson, a small town about 25 minutes north of Uptown Charlotte (well, on a good traffic day, of course). If you ask someone what they know …

Charlotte, Destinations, Food, North Carolina, Restaurant Roundups and Reviews, Travel, USA

Charlotte Restaurant Review: Kindred (Davidson, NC)

Alyssa sits at a table at Kindred

Before we begin, yes, I know that Kindred is in Davidson, not Charlotte – but it’s within the Charlotte Metro area (I mean, it took us less time to get there than it takes to get to some other parts of the Queen City!), so I’ve categorized it as a Charlotte restaurant here. After moving …

Style, Travel, Travel Products

The Best Travel, Style, and Home Sales for Memorial Day Weekend 2022

A white tee, red bandana, and blue denim shorts

I’m rounding up deals from the best travel brands and the retailers I shop most.

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

Everlane Reviews: The Curvy Way-High Jean, Japanese GoWeave Slip Dress, Eyelet Puff Sleeve Top, Way-High Short, and More

Alyssa walks on stone steps and is wearing the clean silk square shirt and the way high shorts

A review of The Curvy Way-High Jean, The Japanese GoWeave Slip Dress, The Eyelet Puff Sleeve Top, The Way-High Short, and more…

Destinations, Mexico, Travel

Sipping History: A Day Trip Guide to Visiting Tequila, Mexico

Alyssa stands in an agave field wearing a large hat

What you need to know before you take a day trip to a distillery, Cantaritos el Güero #1, and the town of Tequila, Mexico.

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

An Honest Review of the Melia Flat from VIVAIA

Alyssa sits in front of the mirror wearing the Melia flats

A review of VIVAIA’s dainty flats made from recycled water bottles – and an exclusive discount code for readers!

Destinations, Food, Mexico, Restaurant Roundups and Reviews, Travel

Worth the Trip: A Review of Guadalajara’s Corn-Focused Restaurant, Xokol

Exterior of Xokol, and an image of the ceremonial taco

What you need to know about dining at Guadalajara’s hidden gem, Xokol (and yes, this includes just how much it costs!)

Home Try On + In-Depth Style Reviews, Style

A Review of Universal Standard’s Sally Liquid Jersey Shirtdress and Dylan Luxe Twill Joggers

Alyssa sits with her laptop next to a bag from Universal Standard

A limited-time sale from the world’s most size-inclusive brand – plus an exclusive discount code!

Food, Home, Recipes

Enjoying a Vacation Tradition at Home: A Review of Le Moné (Plus Three Effortless Apéritifs!)

Alyssa sits outdoors with a cocktail

The pre-dinner drink ritual is one Michael and I often indulge in when we are traveling, and though it takes a different form (and name) in different countries, it’s always a memorable experience. A chilly Paloma in a crowded cantina in Mexico City, an Aperol Spritz and a plate of cicchetti along the canals of …