I wrote a post a few months ago about traveling when there are safety concerns, and in light of the recent attacks in Paris, we as travelers might be facing those fears more than ever. It seems the world was a relatively safe place to explore a few years ago, but the truth is, anytime […]
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Gaining a New Perspective on Body Image While Traveling
When you are a woman traveler, it’s almost impossible not to be a bit aware about body image. In the States, our culture is obsessed with it—it’s impossible to escape the constant bombardment of advertisements and diet trends. We have a very specific way we should look in America, and unless you are 5’9” and […]
Review of the Osprey Ariel 65 Backpack
When picking out bags for travel before, I almost always went the route of choosing ones with wheels (partially because I am lazy). With my upcoming trip to Iceland, though, I knew I wanted something a little more portable. After researching and talking to some fellow backpackers, I eventually decided to try the Osprey Ariel […]