While I’m not a carry-on-only traveler 100% of the time, I do tend to lean that way for the sheer convenience of knowing that my bags will arrive with me when I’m flying somewhere. If your one-bag itinerary spans more…
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Have you spent time in destinations where it’s a cultural practice to remove your shoes upon entering a home? The ritual of transition that marks the shift from public to private life is more than a matter of cleanliness. Ditching…
I’m a big fan of bandanas and scarves. Certainly, they serve many practical purposes—like keeping your hair covered, protecting your skin from the sun, and wiping off sweat accumulated on a hike—but they also pack small and are easy ways…
When packing for a trip, I frequently second-guess my shoe choices. I don’t have that problem when I’m packing for an activity-intensive trip, like hiking or boating or biking. But when it comes to leisure trips, it’s usually my choice…
Quick! Name a shoe that is perfect for hiking, water crossings and city adventures while still stylish enough that it can be worn to around town. If you guessed the new X-SCAPE BAJA from Decker’s X Lab then you already…
Are you tired of chaotic luggage, wrinkled clothes, and endless searches for items in your suitcase? Packing cubes are your solution! These travel companions are lifesavers for keeping your belongings organized and help you save space, and ensure a stress-free…
Skilled packers know how to fill every last empty space in a carry-on bag. While I consider myself experienced in this discipline, I still sometimes find myself bewildered at the space between the handle tubes inside wheeled luggage. Too narrow…
We are wrapping up Outdoor Retailer’s Snow Show for 2023 and have some favorite brands to bring to your attention. Over the next few days, I will be posting on these companies with links to grab up your own gear….
The days are long past when we thought compression legwear was for athletes or health concerns like lymphedema, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), or pre- and post-surgical applications. And compression socks have grown up, too, with a variety of support levels,…
My daffodils are starting to peek their kelly green leaves out from the ground at my house and that can only mean one thing- It’s go time for spring sneakers. My favorite versatile shoe for spring 2022 is the Women’s…