Venturing out of the city and into a cozy cabin in the Smokies.
Category: Travel
A Comparison of Carry-On Luggage from Quince and Away
*announcer voice* Welcome to the Carry-On Showdown! Today’s match pits a budget newcomer against a longstanding champion: it’s Quince vs. Away. Cheesy intros aside, if you’ve been reading since this blog’s launch in 2017, you know I’m passionate about luggage. If you’ve ever had a wheel give out or a handle snap or a zipper …
Minimalist Souvenir Idea: How to Create a Travel-Themed Patch Jacket
This just might be the coolest way to display your souvenirs…
Traveling Light: A Carry-On Packing List for Charleston, South Carolina
Everything I packed in my carry-on suitcase for a weekend in Charleston (plus some thoughts on local style!).
9 Essential Restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina
Serving up a delicious order of Charleston restaurants at every price point for your next visit It’s hard to pinpoint exactly, but there’s just something about Charleston. It’s the way time seems to slow down with every passing hour, and how we walk a little more lightly with each step along the city’s colorful streets. …
Raise a Glass: 8 Fun Bars in Charleston, South Carolina
Whether you’re heading to Charleston for a bachelorette weekend getaway or just looking for a great date night spot, I’ve got you covered with this guide.
Checking In: A Review of Kings Courtyard Inn in Charleston, South Carolina
Sharing an honest review of a charming boutique hotel on Charleston’s distinguished King Street
Traveling Light: A Summer Packing List for Washington, D.C.
I said it in my last post and I’ll say it again: Summer is my least favorite time to visit Washington, D.C. Why? It’s hot, it’s humid, and it’s crowded. Looking for more packing list inspiration? Check out my packing lists by season: Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter (I feel like I just …
Travel Diary: A Summer Weekend in Washington, D.C.
As a travel blogger, it’s difficult to disentangle what parts of travel feel like work and which parts feel like leisure—not that I’m complaining. It’s just that sometimes the distinction is clear, like when I’m working with a local tourism board or visiting family—but other times, like a recent visit to Washington, D.C., it’s a …
Travel in Style: Top Labor Day Weekend Sales You Can’t Miss
For many, Labor Day Weekend marks not just the end of Summer, but the end of the travel season as a whole. But if you’ve learned anything after reading this blog over the past seven years, I hope it’s that a little thing like returning to school or work doesn’t have to stop you from …