There once was a time when I couldn’t even take a three-day trip without checking a bag. In fact, it wasn’t that long ago. Even though I planned out all of my outfits (and still do), I didn’t really rewear anything, and I packed far too many bags and shoes, which take up ample suitcase…
If you’re spending the day soaking up the sun at the beach, it’s important to stay hydrated and fueled. Fortunately, there are plenty of beach-friendly snacks that can keep your energy up and your cravings in check so you can make the most of your time at the beach. Here are 11 of the healthiest…
Given that shoes take up a significant amount of luggage space, I always try to avoid packing more than three pairs when traveling. (Less than three would be even better, but I’m doing my best here.) Given how restrictive packing is, I always plan my outfits around versatile shoes that I can wear day and…
There’s something about Copenhagen in the summer that has completely overtaken my imagination (even though I haven’t yet experienced it firsthand). Maybe it’s the soft coastal breeze or the way everyone looks like they’ve just stepped out of a low-key editorial shoot while riding their bikes. The vibe is equal parts polished and playful—never trying…
It’s finally holiday season and I’m so, so happy about it. For the last few months, I’ve been mindlessly dreaming of crystal-clear waters and the picturesque coastlines of all my favourite spots, thinking about where I could spend a week (or 2) away this year, should I be lucky enough. Then, during a quick Google…
If there’s one thing I’m going to do on vacation, it’s try to eat, drink, and dress like the locals do. I use traveling as a mental and physical escape, so I like to be fully immersed in the places I’m visiting. And thanks to Instagram and my favorite international fashion girls, I’ve curated the…
Protein shakes are a quick and easy way to boost your protein intake. Depending on the ingredients, premade and homemade shakes usually contain 15-20 grams of protein. However, plenty of whole foods offer just as much protein—if not more! Protein: 23.5 grams per cup Cottage cheese can be used as a high-protein snack or added to…
Potassium is important for kidney, heart, muscle, and brain function. Low potassium levels can contribute to muscle weakness, high blood pressure, kidney stones, and loss of bone mass. Bananas are a well-known source of potassium. A medium banana contains 375 milligrams (mg), or about 11-14% of the Daily Value (DV). However, there are other foods…
There’s something so painfully revealing about filling luggage for travel, especially when we begin the process with one desire—figuring out how to finally pack light for a holiday. Everything seems possible when confronted with an empty suitcase. We lie to ourselves that, if the contents are meticulously curated, the time we have at our destination…
If there’s one thing beauty lovers know all too well, it’s the struggle of packing your entire beauty routine into a suitcase that’s already bursting at the seams. And if you’re going hand luggage only, you have precious space to work with, especially when it comes to liquids such as serums, moisturisers and shampoos that…
