I’ve had great experiences finding weekly and monthly ski accommodations in the Alps on Airbnb and Booking.com, but if you feel that those options may be limited, you can also expand your search by checking other platforms or local agencies. Click to discover more trusted platforms for booking accommodations for your ski trip in the Alps.
Read MoreCombining my love of skiing with solo travel has been a fun and rewarding way for me to discover new destinations, but I must admit I wasn’t exactly solo on my recent trip to the Arctic Circle– my sweet dog Gigi joined me, and we were able to experience the magic of Levi Finland together. Learn more about my experience staying at Hotel Levi Panorama with my dog, and discover my favorite amenities, features, and top choices for cafes and restaurants nearby.
Read MoreThis article outlines the types of information I research from official sources prior to an international trip with my dog. Because every country and every airline has their own processes and requirements for allowing and admitting pets which may vary, it’s important to review these considerations every time you travel.
This list is meant to give you a sense of relief so you know you have your bases covered and boxes checked before departing on a trip with your favorite companion. If you can confidently find the answers to each of these considerations, you should be good to go!
Read MoreAfter a year of extensive travel and use on planes, trains, and automobiles, I can describe a few of the pros and cons I’ve gathered from my personal experience using a Pet Carrier purchased from Amazon. Discover my favorite features as well as what I don’t love about it.
Read MoreLiving abroad or traveling extensively is not always easy, and it’s normal to miss loved ones and some of the comforts of home. And while a sense of home may mean something different to everyone, I’ve compiled a few tips that have helped me personally.
Read MoreIn my years of skiing and testing different brands for apparel, gear, and accessories, I’ve learned which items are best to buy brand new, and which items you could search for on a second hand market to score some big savings. Discover a few of my tips for shopping for ski gear either directly from retailers or on resale sites, along with my personal recommendations.
Read MoreIs Zermatt, Switzerland the best destination for late season skiing? I would say yes. Read on to discover the many benefits of booking your ski trip to Zermatt late in the season, and the reasons why my experience traveling there at the end of April was so great.
Read MoreAs someone who often skis by herself, safety is always a top concern of mine. I’m grateful that the Slopes App has been a helpful tool while I explore as many ski stations and resorts as I possibly can, and work toward improving my technique. Continue reading to learn more about Slopes Apps safety features I love, use, and access every time I go skiing.
Read MoreA few years ago when I really began traveling more slowly and for longer periods of time, I started a tradition with myself to choose a scent for each destination where I would make my home for at least a month. Scent association has always been a powerful way to draw connections to my surroundings and my memories, and assigning a candle to my travels is a way for me to revisit those places that have shaped who I am today.
Read MoreOver the last three years, I’ve been alternating between two sets of the same Smartwool Intraknit Merino Base Layers while spending a considerable amount of time in the mountains and skiing at least 30 days a season. Discover what I love most about the material and fit of my favorite Smartwool base layers, and how I’ve washed and cared for them to stay in great condition.
Read MoreDuring my recent seven-night trip to Levi Finland in March 2024, I was able to view the Northern Lights on five of the nights, simply from vantage points that were easily walkable from my hotel near the main town. It wasn’t until after my trip to Lapland that I came across many articles listing tips for increasing your chances of seeing the aurora, and having had experienced it myself, I felt many of these other articles were downright wrong and not helpful. Because I happened to be immensely lucky (luck has almost everything to do with it), I’ve created a list of my tips for how to be best prepared to view the aurora when the opportunity arises.
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