It’s a very busy time of year for me at work, but I still managed to get away for a weekend last month to celebrate my friend’s upcoming wedding…at a destination Bachelorette party! In Boulder, Colorado!! I didn’t know very much about Boulder. I’ve been to Denver before (and loved it) and vowed to...
20 Things to Do before Traveling Abroad
I recently got a panicked phone call from a friend through Facebook Messenger (who knew you can make calls through FB?!?). She was stranded in Turkey by herself. It was her first big trip abroad and her travel companions had been delayed. She explained that she was stuck at the airport for hours and...
What to Do on Your Layover in Istanbul
I’m sure I’m not the only one who has recently discovered that Turkish Airlines has some incredible deals on airfare from the East Coast to Europe, Middle East, and Asia. Most of these deals require a looong layover in Istanbul, which may or may not be completely out of the way of your final...
12 Carry-On Essentials for Long Flights
I just got back from a whirlwind trip around the world. 14 flights in 2 weeks! 3 back to back overnight flights of 10+ hours there and back. That’s alotta planes. Phew! Some airlines are better than others at providing amenities, entertainment, food, etc., but I wouldn’t count on them. One time I flew...