Category: Travel

Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Texas, Travel, USA

Traveling Light: Winter Packing List for Austin, Texas

Alyssa stands in front of the Greetings from Austin Mural

Opening up my suitcase and sharing everything I packed for a weekend in Austin, Texas.

Travel, Travel Products, Travel Tips

Stay Healthy on the Road: The Travel Pill Organizer I Never Leave Home Without

A blue plastic pillbox with eight interior containers

For the most part, you’re likely to be able to find everything you need at your destination, so there’s no use in over-preparing for a trip. But the one thing I always like to have handy when I’m traveling? Medication. While Michael and I are fortunate to not need to take any daily prescriptions, we …

Charlotte, Destinations, North Carolina, Travel, USA

Day Trip Travel Guide: Albemarle, NC

Alyssa walks in front of a mural that reads "Greetings from Stanly Co." in Albemarle

I’m back with another regional guide! Today we’re visiting Albemarle, just one hour East of Charlotte. Stanly County, North Carolina, is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. As the home to Morrow Mountain State Park, Lake Tillery, and Uwharrie National Forest, this region offers so many different ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Locals know this and …

Charlotte, Destinations, North Carolina, Travel, USA

The Ultimate Day Trip Guide for Concord, North Carolina

Alyssa stands in front of Gibson Mill Market

Heading to Concord, North Carolina? Here is the ultimate day-trip guide, with all the best things to do and to eat, drink, and shop.

Food, Recipes, Travel, Travel Products, Wish Lists and Gift Ideas

Last Minute Holiday Gift Idea: Vegan Irish Cream Recipe

Two images: vegan Irish cream being poured into a funnel, and Alyssa holding a glass of the beverage

A recipe for homemade, plant-based Irish Cream—you won’t believe how easy it is to make (and your friends don’t need to know!)

Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Tennessee, Travel, USA

Traveling Light: Packing List for Johnson City, Tennessee

Alyssa wears a white sweater and black denim

Sharing my real-life packing list for a weekend in Northeast Tennessee, with activities ranging from hiking to biking to indulging in date-night dinners (and all packed in a carry-on!).

Destinations, Tennessee, Travel, USA

The Sweetest Winter Holiday Getaway Guide to Johnson City, Tennessee

View of the Johnson City sign with a garland-wrapped light pole next to it

Experiencing the sweetest holiday traditions in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains—and all of the local shops, restaurants, and activities that should be on your list!

Destinations, Tennessee, Travel, USA

Checking In: A Review of Carnegie Hotel in Johnson City, Tennessee

Alyssa is seen through a mirror in a hotel room

An honest review of Johnson City’s stunning boutique hotel and its restaurant, Wellington’s.