Alaska is incredible in the summertime, with blooming wild flowers, active wildlife, and long days full of sunshine – sometimes. The thing about Alaska is, the weather can change all the time. I find that forecasts are almost never correct. One moment I can be hiking outside in the sunshine, shocked that I’m somehow getting […]
Hawai’i Alternatives: 13 Adventurous Paradises Worth Visiting
Hawai’i is synonymous with paradise, but its popularity comes with challenges, like overcrowding and high costs. Like many other tropical destinations, native Hawaiians have paid the price for Hawai’i’s international popularity, and many of them have been priced out completely. I love Hawai’i, and I think there are plenty of ways to visit it ethically. […]
Are ‘Smart’ Sunglasses Worth It? I Tested Them to Find Out
Have you ever been in variable lighting conditions, say on a partially cloudy day, and find yourself constantly taking your sunglasses off and putting them back on? For me that’s a big yes, and I find this especially annoying while driving, trying to adjust to the ever-changing lighting. So when Wicue reached out to me […]
The Perfect Alaska Cruise Packing List
Summertime in Alaska can be a place of contrasts. One moment you’ll be looking at an eagle amongst the bright pink fireweed on a sunny day and the next you’ll be standing on your balcony in the mist, bundled up while looking at a glacier. So how do you pack for an Alaska cruise when […]
Is a Holland America Alaska Cruise Worth It? An Honest Review
Imagine you’re sitting on a balcony, sipping on a freshly made latte while sailing past an electric blue glacier. Suddenly, you spot an eagle resting on a piece of floating ice. Later that day, you see dolphins, whales, and sea otters jumping through the waves as the mist breaks to reveal snowy mountains and tree-coated […]