According to Merriam-Webster, a memoir is “a written account in which someone describes past experiences; a written account of someone or something that is usually based on personal knowledge of the subject.” A travel book is “a book about traveling to a certain country or region, especially a guidebook. A writer of travel books.” Mesh the two together and you …
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As a woman with annoyingly curly hair, I’ve had my fair share of bad hair days. You know, the type of curls that aren’t those perfect ringlets everyone loves unless you wash, blow dry and throw a curling iron threw it curls. Yes, my hair can do that perfect blow out once I put in …
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Hair is important to many of us when we travel. I mean really, photos are being taken left and right. There is no shame in admitting we want to look good. I know I do. You will always find me traveling with hair styling tools when I know the weather conditions will be just right …
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Parenthood comes with a lot of questions, especially when you travel. At the top of the list– is what do I pack when traveling with kids? How do I gate check a car seat or stroller on a plane when traveling with baby? Now, you have to bring the car seat and stroller on your …
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Traveling with children can be tricky when you are on a budget and have limited places to lay your head in a small hotel room. While driving across the country with my (then) 2 and 5-year-old boys I had to get creative with bed arrangements so one of the boys wasn’t always stuck on the …
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When it comes to feeding or nursing a baby on a plane, you need to ask yourself one question: will your baby be breast fed or bottle fed on your trip? It doesn’t matter if there is formula or breastmilk in the bottle, but you do need to know how you will be responding to …
Breastfeeding mothers rejoice. You can do it on a plane! Solo business traveling males- have no fear, breastfeeding mothers are generally a discreet bunch when it comes to cramped modes of transportation (like air travel), at least I was when breastfeeding on a plane. Now before the bottle feeders get up in arms, please know that I …
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Any mom with a spring baby will let you know that the winter pregnancy months can be both joyful and boring. The joy comes from knowing you don’t have to carry a baby through the hot summer months. However, you can get bored being cooped up in the house all winter. Have no fear! You …
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This post is part of a paid partnership with Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic. We all want to stay safe when we are flying with kids. Knowing the best travel safety tips that can help you protect your family, isn’t always easy. There is a lot to think about to just get out the door, let …
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Tis the season for traditions and celebration! While my family has its own set of unique Christmas traditions, I have always been intrigued by how other cultures and countries celebrate the Yuletide season. From savory saffron rolls to helpful house elves, here are a few of the Scandinavian Christmas traditions that I’m excited to incorporate …
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