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The 33 Best Things to do in Southern California (Local’s Guide)

06/17/2023 by Kristin Addis 4 Comments

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Sunny skies, laidback vibes, and pretty coastlines—these descriptions only capture a bit of Southern California’s charm. While most of the world may visit this half of California solely for Los Angeles, SoCal is home to plenty of natural and manmade spots worth visiting. From day trips to weekend getaways, check out the best things to […]

The 10 Safest Countries for Women to Travel In

06/14/2023 by Kristin Addis 1 Comment

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After journeying across the world for the last decade, mostly by myself, I’ve ticked off over 60 countries from my solo-travel bucket list. Not every place I’ve been to is great for solo travelers, but there are some that stand out as the safest for women to travel in. These are the countries that felt […]

Northern Vs. Southern California – Which is Better?

06/11/2023 by Kristin Addis 1 Comment

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Northern vs. Southern California – what’s the difference, and which one truly reigns supreme? It’s a debate — a rivalry if you will — that is hotly contested by those of us born and bred in California. The two (or three, I’d argue), parts of the state are distinct from one another in so many […]

Is FareDrop Worth It? I Tested It to Find Out

06/03/2023 by Kristin Addis 1 Comment

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Is FareDrop worth it? I’ve been using the Global Pro for several months now, and friends, I have thoughts. The following is everything you need to know before choosing to pay for the annual membership. What is FareDrop? FareDrop is an airline fare deal finder that functions as an app, website, and/or email newsletter. You […]

Mott & Bow Review (2023) – The Best Travel Jeans?

05/29/2023 by Kristin Addis Leave a Comment

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Are Mott & Bow jeans worth buying? Are they comfortable, versatile, and, most importantly: are they good for traveling? I decided to give Mott & Bow’s jeans and shirts a try, and put them to the test by stretching, jumping, climbing rocks, and even subjecting them to the ultimate snag. Here’s what I found: Last […]

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