Becoming a More Eco-Friendly Traveler

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Travel is a beautiful and important part of life, but it often has a dark side: trash and pollution left behind by tourists. Becoming a more eco-friendly traveler can be quite simple! By making small, low-effort changes in the way we travel, we can help make big improvements towards our planet's future. Always Use Reef Safe Sunscreen When shopping for sunscreen, the first thing you probably look for is the SPF rating. While choosing enough protection for your skin is important, it's equally … [Read more...]

Where to Find the Best Beignets in New Orleans

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The best beignets in New Orleans can be found at a few locations throughout the city. Whether you go to the iconic Cafe du Monde or a more contemporary location such as Cafe Beignet, you are sure to fall in love with the sugary treats. Whenever I mention a trip to New Orleans is on the horizon, one of the comments I always get is, "Eat a beignet for me!" (trust me, I ate enough for BOTH of us...). Beignets -- airy, sweet, fried doughnuts covered in powdered sugar -- have come to be synonymous … [Read more...]

10 Reasons to Visit Ecuador with Traverse Journeys

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This September, I will be heading to the small South American country of Ecuador to experience what is sure to be a fantastic journey through the Amazon Rainforest. I am partnering with local, Austin-based company Traverse Journeys and could not be more excited! My trip still has spots available if you want to join in, and the tour is offered all year if you can't make it with me in September. Updated to Add: I just returned from this trip and had an amazing experience. You can book the same … [Read more...]

My 2018 Travel Plans

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Although 2018 is well underway at this point, I have just finished firming up my travel plans for the full year. This year is going to be so good, you guys. I cannot wait to share all of the adventures to come with you! 2017 was the first year that I really did any sort of traveling as an adult, and to say I'm obsessed is an understatement. Last year, I was finally at a place in my career/life where I had enough extra income to be able to take trips to new places. I made it to 5 new … [Read more...]

A Weekend in New York with The Evelyn Hotel

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Last summer, my best friend and I decided to plan a weekend trip together. She had been living in Boston for several months and I was in Austin, so we came up with the brilliant idea to meet in New York City for a girls’ weekend away as a chill bachelorette party two weeks before my wedding. To be honest, New York was never really a city on my radar. It seemed dirty and overly populated and way too expensive, and I just wasn’t super interested in visiting. But once the suggestion of going to … [Read more...]