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Beginning Again: Intentions for 2020

A young green plant sits in a white pot on top of a bamboo rack

It didn’t hit until recently that a new decade is beginning—I suppose because I’ve already experienced so many new beginnings recently. 2019 was a big year for Michael and me, with an interstate move, our first big family vacation together, and injuries that impacted both travel and our day-to-day quality of life. With these changes, …

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2019 Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Travel Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Alyssa holding a green gift bag in her left hand. The bag has trees icons on it, and she is wearing a gold ring in the shape of a bow

It’s that time again! (well, perhaps it’s past time, but who’s checking, really?) This year instead of sharing a different gift guide each day, I wanted to share them all at once: a selection of travel gifts for everyone on your list. Though I’ll always advocate for taking a trip over giving tangible items, I …

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Journal | 12.14.19

A small bowl with a piece of incense paper burning in the middle

Oh, hey! I promise I haven’t forgotten about this space—or you. It’s been a busy few weeks moving up here and getting acquainted with our new city, and it hasn’t necessarily been an easy or smooth transition. I was rear-ended a few days after we moved, and managed to throw out my back and catch …

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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Gifts for Your Fellow Adventurer

A pillowcase with a heart embroidered on it

I promise I won’t be offended if you roll your eyes at this post. I get it—many people find the holiday utterly insufferable with all of the forced “romanticism” and capitalist gifting. Whether you love or hate the holiday, I’ve rounded up a few items that any travel-lover would adore, regardless of whether these are …

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Setting Goals for 2019

A lit marquee sign that reads New Year 2019!

Yesterday’s post looked back at an equally challenging and rewarding year; today I’m ready to look ahead to 2019. It’s important to set attainable goals, and I think I’ve done that here. By putting them out into the universe, I hope I’ll have a little extra push to form an action plan and accomplish the …

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Happy Holidays!

Alyssa and Michael take a photo in front of the Christmas tree

Wherever you are in the world, no matter how or if you celebrate, Michael and I wish you all the best on this day. I hope you’ll take time today to enjoy the gifts of life and love with those around you. I’m signing off for the day to be fully present with my family, …

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2018 Holiday Gift Guide: Last Minute Travel Gifts

Alyssa holds an Advent Candle that slowly burns to 24

We’ve all been there: the moment you realize that you’ve accidentally left someone off your list (or when you’ve put off getting a gift for that person who’s impossible to shop for) and a sense of panic sets in. Not to worry! Today I’m sharing a few gifts that you can still get today—and get …