Living as a digital nomad for years and eventually moving abroad has taught me to downsize, declutter, and consume minimally. Discover my personal tips for being an intentional and conscious consumer, how I avoid making unnecessary purchases, and where I place value on the things and experiences that enrich my life.
Read MoreTraveling with a few essentials for doing laundry on your trip can help you maintain freshness and be better prepared for accidental food-spills or other unexpected surprises that can happen. Read on to discover my list of must-have accessories and essentials for doing laundry while I travel. Each item mentioned here is under $15, and is also compact and easy to travel with to any and all destinations.
Read MoreA review of my experience testing the Halfdays Aston Jacket and Alessandra Pants on a recent ski trip to Finland. I describe my favorite features and what I love about each piece, and share the Halfdays purchase that I was not entirely impressed by. Read on for more tips, details, and where to shop for Halfdays skiwear.
Read MoreOriginally developed for avalanche rescue operations, RECCO can be used to conduct searches for outdoor adventurers in any season. The technology consists of a RECCO detector that is operated by a rescue professional, and a RECCO reflector that is worn by the individual. In this article I describe the reasons why you should use RECCO reflectors if you are planning any type of outdoor activity, regardless of season.
Read MoreAnother 30+ day ski season in the books, and it’s only reaffirmed my love for my favorite ski resort apparel brand: Erin Snow. The fabrics are flawless and the fit is flattering, and though I own jackets and pants from other skiwear brands, I always find myself reaching for my Erin Snow pieces every morning that I head to the mountains.
Read MoreI’ve always enjoyed painting my nails, and learned how to do my own gels so my manicures would last longer. Apart from having nails that look nice and are always presentable, it’s also practical to have a gel manicure so your nails are protected, especially while traveling and handling luggage. This article describes the products, brands, and method I use to do my own gel manicures while I’m traveling for months at a time, how to remove them myself without damaging my nails, and a few tips that I’ve learned from doing so every week for several years.
Read MoreThis article describes my positive experience using an Orange Holiday Europe SIM Card, including how to purchase one, how to set it up, how to top up your mobile package, how long a mobile package lasts for me, and how I’ve continued to keep my line active for return trips to Europe.
Read MoreWhen considering that you are exposed to extreme elements while skiing, both the form and function of your apparel and gear are of utmost importance for performance and protection. Having high quality, well-fitting gear will allow you to focus on having fun and developing your technique. This article lists my favorite items that I take with me on the mountain for a day of skiing.
Read MoreAfter 2.5 years of wearing them almost exclusively through everyday life and while traveling through 25 countries, I can highly recommend the Cole Haan Zerogrand Stitchlite Oxford as the best shoe for traveling. This article is a review of what I love about them, and shares my tips for how I wash them and where to buy them.
Read MoreI planned a last-minute, off-season trip to Arizona and Utah, and to prepare for the cold weather I ordered my Columbia jacket and boots from Zappos. They arrived within two days, with free, trackable shipping.
Read MoreHow does the $199 Autonomous Aluminum Carry-On compare to the $1,150 Rimowa Original Cabin Luggage? I review a number of features on each suitcase and declare a winner. The results may surprise you!
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