I’m breaking up with plastic. Well, sort of. I’ve made it my goal for 2019 to eliminate as much of the unnecessary plastic I use in everyday life as possible. It’s bad for the planet, bad for us, and really just unnecessary since there are so many alternatives. At first it seemed a bit too expensive for my budget, but,…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Let’s start off by saying that if you are traveling once or twice a year for a week or two, then you should probably disregard everything in this post. Holidays are meant to be enjoyed. Life is meant to be experienced. I say try the food, relax a little, and then get back into a routine when…
UPDATED MAR 2020. I don’t understand why some people are so against New Years resolutions. Have they been jaded by not being able to stick to their own? Do they not want others to strive for goals? I don’t get it. It’s just a long-term goal – what’s not good about that? My 2018 resolution was to read one book…
UPDATED MAR 2020. This post has nothing to do with Google-ability. It’s not a tutorial. I didn’t research any keywords. Or follow the usual process that comes with writing a blog post. It’s just a bit of a love letter really. I just wanted to share my favorite place in the world with you and my Christmas wish for your…
UPDATED FEB 2020. When you start adding up the cost of a vacation, it can seem overwhelming and too expensive sometimes. The trick is really just knowing where to invest your money. Today I’m sharing a useful guide on how to plan a travel budget to sort through which expenses to splurge and skimp on. If you have any questions,…
UPDATED MAR 2020. I don’t usually do budget guides, because I wouldn’t say that I’m a budget traveler. I’m more of a budget live-er and then I like to put more money into my travels. My visit to see the Matterhorn though was a very spontaneous one, booked only a couple of days beforehand, and as such needed to be a…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Let’s do a little behind the scenes today. I’m welcoming you inside KSB HQ for a look at some photos that sum up travel blogging just a little too perfectly. Spoiler alert: it’s not all glamorous Instagram pics. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a travel blogger, then here’s an inside look for you.…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Even though solo travel, and especially solo female travel, is becoming increasingly popular, it’s still a somewhat unusual concept for a lot of people. There are a lot of misconceptions out there about what it’s like. Today, we are talking about 7 myths about solo travel that need to be busted. If you’ve been wanting to try…
UPDATED FEB 2020. I visited the Colmar Christmas markets on opening day last weekend and I have to say, they are one of the top Christmas markets I have been to. Here you’ll find what to expect, my recommendation of where to stay, and some extra tips for planning a magical and uber festive weekend in the Alsace region of…
UPDATED NOV 2020. Last week I posted a guide of practical gifts for your travel friend, which were the things that always come in handy on the road. When you are buying gifts though, sometimes it’s nice to get people something they wouldn’t ordinarily get for themselves. Something that feels like a little bit of luxury. And, unless you’re rich,…