I used to insist on bringing so much stuff… just in case I might wear it. Why did I do that? I know I’m not going to wear most of the stuff, I just insist that I have the right to pack it all “just in case.” Well I’m here to tell you that “just…
Category: Packing
Men’s fashion: ditch the sneakers and the logo shirts
I’m going to take a moment to brag on my husband. I’ve seen a lot of men trudging around Europe with their wives in white tennis shoes, logo t-shirts and baseball caps. While this is fine for at home, in Europe you look very American, very touristy and very silly. Maybe you aren’t aware that…
Shoes, shoes, shoes
The pair of shoes you choose to wear while traveling can determine if your trip will be pleasant or miserable. Believe it or not, on my first trip to Italy I chose to wear moccasins (also known as fancy house slippers) on a sightseeing day in Rome. We walked all over the city from sun…
Packing cubes: a travel must
I can’t say enough about the importance of purchasing packing cubes. They are the beginner’s step to staying organized and packing light. There are many different kinds. My husband has Rick Steves cubes, and I have the eBags I purchased on Amazon. This is of one of the smaller cubes I use for my dedicates, socks, tights and pajamas.
My favorite travel bag
I’m always on the lookout for a versatile bag. I was looking for a bag that would double as a tote bag and a backpack. I have found lots of bags that double as messenger bags and backpacks, but I couldn’t find one that was a tote and a backpack. I like totes for when I’m at…