Monthly Archives for June 2010.
Tomorrow the Home Warrior and I leave for Vegas. We are very excited about our long weekend! We finally get to go somewhere together, plus we love Vegas in general. The shows, the food, the blackjack, the people watching, the blackjack, the carnival-like atmosphere, and did I mention blackjack? When we went to Vegas last…
Over the next week, my best friend is going on a vacation to Morocco and my cousin is going to Sweden for school. In between feeling slightly envious of their awesome upcoming trips, I have been giving them tips on how to survive the long flights they have ahead of them. Dress comfortably. This may…
I’ve noticed that it’s the times that I’m sitting toward the back of the plane that I get most stressed about flying. Is it claustrophobia? Not feeling well? Or maybe just general irritation knowing I will have to wait a really long time to get off the aircraft (or a likely combo of all three).…
Here in Texas it has already reached 100 degrees for a brief, searing moment. What does one wear to work, much less to the airport, when it is so hot? Jackets are (hopefully) out–it’s just too warm. My normal black pants felt very heavy yesterday. And then there is the whole temperature differential–super hot outside,…
Last week, as part of my short semi-vacation, I stayed at a hotel whose only parking was a jam-packed full five story parking garage. So every time I went anywhere, I had to memorize what floor and exactly where my car was parked. Even with three of us riding in the car (Hey H.M.s!!) it…
This is a new semi-regular feature here on Road Warriorette. Briggs & Riley is one of the premier luggage brands, with a collection for every life style from the casual traveler to the business travel elite. It wasn’t too long ago when packing an extra pair of shoes didn’t cost an extra $35 in baggage…
With all of the new fees for checked luggage, there has been a lot of emphasis on travel blogs and websites on packing lighter. I talk about how to pack lighter all the time! It’s more efficient, less trouble, and saves room so you can carry-on. People who travel often are usually pretty adept at…
Tis the season of sales, friends, and here is one more. The Memorial Day Sale at TravelSmith has clothing for men and women, travel accessories, suitcases, and everything else on sale. Some things I have featured here before, and am looking to scoop up at off to 60% off. Sales are so fun! Plus, TravelSmith…
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