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The minimalist Hawaii packing list for female travelers

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Do you want to look great and feel comfortable on your Hawaii vacation without taking along an entourage just to manage your luggage? The great news is that the glorious year-round weather can help you shrink your Hawaii packing list to just the essentials! We went minimalist in our packing for Hawaii despite our five […]

Why you need a travel capsule wardrobe for your next trip (and how to build one)

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As you know, we love packing light. It’s just easier for us. One strategy I’ve adopted over the last year to streamline my own packing is the travel capsule wardrobe concept. A capsule wardrobe is a limited set of clothing (you pick the size) from which you can build a huge set mix and match […]

19 essentials for your remote island tropical vacation packing list

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We had a great time during our recent stay at Al Natural Resort on Isla Bastimentos, Bocas del Toro, Panama, but it was our first time vacationing on a remote tropical island and we weren’t completely prepared for the reality on the ground. It’s sort of like Gilligan’s Island except with a few more bungalows. […]

Your Israel packing list: a season-by-season guide

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Travelers often think of the climate in the Middle East as being warm (or blazing hot like the surface of the sun) year-round, Israel truly has four distinct seasons – and I’ve been there for them all! There are also numerous microclimates in this tiny country and you’ll no doubt have tons of different adventures […]

What to wear in Paris in May

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Visiting the France this spring? See what to wear in Paris in May (or even April) and what to bring to Paris beyond clothes.

What to wear in Spain in winter

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Wondering what to wear in Spain in winter? We’ve got your complete Spain packing list, whether you’re headed to Barcelona, Madrid or anywhere in between.