February 3, 2022
Travel Gear Recommendations for Packing Light in 2022
Packing light for travel may seem impossible, but with a few strategies and the right gear, anyone can…
June 15, 2019
The 2019 Big Travel Shoes Blog
No matter what topic I write on, be it an exotic destination or something thought-provoking, there seems to…
June 15, 2018
What to Wear on a European Beach
I've just spent a couple of months in Sicily, enjoying architecture, museums, food, exotic culture and, um, more…
April 23, 2018
Packupine, My Custom Designed Packing App
Every year at the Rick Steves tour guide reunion, we spend time planning, but also socializing. This is…
January 12, 2018
Storing Travel Gear
When the season is over, it’s tempting to leave your suitcase in a corner to gather dust. Instead,…
December 4, 2017
Weighing Travel Gear: A Spreadsheet
Weighing travel gear is a great way to make sure you don't over pack. My whole philosophy on…
November 19, 2017
Best Travel Backpack
If you've got a trip coming up, finding the best travel backpack can be key. I've tried many…
June 21, 2017
Why Pack Light?
If you've been reading my blog for a while, you know that I focus on how to pack…
June 13, 2017
Packing: Should I Wear Shorts in Europe?
Should you pack shorts for Europe? Temperatures are climbing here in Italy, it's getting close to 90 at…
May 27, 2017
Hotel Room Helpers
In my post, What Makes a Great Hotel, there were many reader comments about what people would like…
