How many of you are still trying to get in that last trip of the summer? We’re off to the Olympic Peninsula this weekend for a tent camping trip – where even in August it’s meant to be cold and wet. We’ve been putting it off for years but it’s the last west coast national park we’ve yet to see and we’re determined to check it off our list. It’s a pretty short trip and since we lived on the West Coast for 10 years, we’ll have no problem fitting in. This isn’t true for everywhere we’ve gone, sometimes it…
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The Best Things to Do in Fiji
At the top of many people’s bucket lists of places that they want to visit is Fiji. Fiji is an island in the South Pacific Ocean and is made up of over 330 islands with the main two islands being Vanua Levu and Viti Levu. What makes Fiji such an attractive place to visit is the white sandy beaches, crystal blue waters and the fact that there are so many fun activities for you to do. Carry on reading to find out more about the best things you can do in Fiji. Catch a Sunrise When visiting Fiji, one…
The Best Things To Do In Santorini
Santorini is a beautiful island in the Cyclades group of islands. This Greek island has some of the most amazing views, people and food in the world, so it is definitely not one to be missed. There is plenty to do in Santorini and this is why many tourists visit this island every year. In this article, we are going to discuss some of the best things that you can do in Santorini. Make sure to keep reading if you’d like to find out more. Wine Tasting If you love wine the Santorini is the place to go. There are…
4 Ways to Save Money Whilst Backpacking
The majority of backpackers have to be careful with their money when traveling the world. It’s amazing how fast your funds can run low when you’re feeding yourself, paying out for accommodation and traveling via car, bus, boat, and plane almost every day. It’s important to set a budget and watch what you spend your money on, or you’ll be making awkward phone calls home, or worse, find yourself having to cut your travel plans short due to lack of funds. With that in mind, let’s take a look at four ways that backpackers can save money while traveling. It’s…
Summer Essentials To Give You The Ultimate Look This Year
Summer is well on its way so if you are anything like me then you will be looking through your wardrobe, getting organised, and planning out your summer wardrobe and essentials for the next few months ahead. But what are going to be the key looks this year? Trends seem to be set and formed earlier on before the season ahead but if you find yourself very last minute in terms of summer purchases and styling, then I have the essential guide for you. So without further ado, here are some of the summer essentials to give you the ultimate…
London’s Afternoon Teas: See London and Get Caffeinated in Style
London is probably my favorite English speaking city on the planet. I love taking the train from the east in Kent, then taking the tube from the beautiful Victoria Station to Kensington, Soho, Recent Street, Carnaby Street, The British Museum, Camden and Whitechapel, you name it I want to see it. I love to check out the sites, learn about the city’s amazing history, and of course visit the world famous restaurants and clothing stores. I only recently started drinking tea on a regular basis. Mainly the delicious bergamot laden Earl Grey. Like every other northwesterner, I started drinking fresh…
7 Excellent Reasons To Start Planning Your Next Vacation Now
“Simply put, we both feel that this was the best, most interesting, and most rewarding trip we have ever taken. (In my case, that includes travel in more than 38 countries, over 57 years.)” – David and Abigail, Michigan, on The Nation’s trip to Cuba Travel is kind of our thing, and to tell the truth, we’re also kind of history nerds, among other things. Taking a fulfilling trip to a far off land can be so much more fulfilling than lying in a beach. Opening ones mind to other cultures and places is the entire reason I started traveling. I grew…
Handy Clothing Advice When It’s Too Hot Inside and Too Cold Outside
When the weather is in that in-between phase when it is neither too hot nor too cold, it can be very difficult to choose what to wear. And sometimes, it feels like it is boiling hot when you are in the office and freezing cold the minute you step outside. Never fear; we are going to give you a few top tips that will help you navigate this difficult balancing act between shivering and sweating! So, here is a bit of clothing advice that you can follow. Layer Up Layering is your friend when you are not sure whether you…
Finesse the Frizz: Styling Curly Hair
Telling people with curly hair that their hair looks better straightened should be a criminal offense.’ Curly-haired Twitter users recently shared the sometimes awful unwanted advice some people give on their hair. Being different in a sea of straight hair, it can be tempting to want to fit in; however with the right products and styling, there’s no need to blend in with the crowd. Get the fundamentals right Before turning to styling, make sure you know what kind of hair you’ve got. To an outsider, all curly hair can seem the same. In fact, there’s wide variety within it. To…