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That Tourist Life

Sharing my packing tips, favorite recipes from around the world and other lifestyle tricks I’ve learned.

Why You Need An International Driving Permit

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a form of identification that is recognized in 150 countries and includes your name, photo, and driver information. It will allow you to legally drive a car while you’re visiting a foreign country. An IDP is only valid for one year from the...

Easy 10 Step Guide to Planning Your Next Trip

Easy 10 Step Guide to Planning Your Next Trip Planning a vacation can be SO exciting but it can also be incredibly daunting. I know it can be easy to get overwhelmed – you have a lot of decisions and choices to make. As someone who still gets overwhelmed herself, I completely...

Beauty Travel Hacks

Beauty Travel Hacks As a frequent traveler, I’m always looking for ways to make things easier for me because traveling can be very stressful. Any little thing that I can do to either make getting ready faster or having proper storage solutions for products I want to bring, I am here...

Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Female Traveler

Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Female Traveler Do you want to make this Valentine’s Day special for a certain traveler you know? As a part-time traveler myself, I know exactly what makes my life the easiest and most comfortable when traveling. There are definitely no shortage...

10 Winter Gear Must Haves

10 Winter Gear Must Haves Have you ever heard someone say “when you have the right clothes, you don’t feel the cold as much?” I don’t know about you, but this sentiment has proven more and more true over the years. Especially, when I lived in Boston in my mid...

The Art of Afternoon Tea

The Art of Afternoon Tea From Bermuda to Canada to the Republic of Ireland to Cruise Ships and to England itself, I have had the chance to appreciate Afternoon Tea in each destination. Is it just me or is there something sophisticated and somewhat fancy about it? Or is that the American...

Inside My Carry On Bag

Inside My Carry On Bag As someone who has been on the go for many years, I don’t think I have ever unpacked my carry on bag. It usually sits in my closet, ready for me to pick it up and head with me to my next destination. I like to follow the rule of thumb that I only carry on what...