I’ve written a lot about sustainable living and how you can shop, gift, and eat more sustainably, but so far I’ve failed to make the connection(in my writing) from living sustainably to sustainable travel. Some say that traveling itself isn’t sustainable and technically they’re not wrong. Flights cause excess carbon emission, travel-sized items create extra waste, and buying food on the go isn’t the most sustainable thing either. With that said, travel is worth the waste it creates. This might seem odd coming from a sustainable lifestyle blogger but here’s why: Traveling makes the world a more ..read more

At the beginning of 2022, I was in a much different place in life than I am now. I thought I was in a relationship that was going to lead to a marriage. I was struggling with my emotions and mental health daily but I didn’t know why. After an abrupt breakup, I was forced to really examine where my life was and where I wanted it to be. It took me a couple of months to begin to figure out what I really wanted for my future. Now after healing the heartbreak, shedding the tears, soul searching, and learning a lot about what healthy boundaries look like, I finally feel like I’m back on track to bui ..read more

Disclosure: This article is sponsored by Basic Invite, a custom stationery and card company. Everything in this article reflects my personal experience ordering their custom holiday cards. Sponsored posts allow me to provide high-quality content free to my readers! It’s that time of year again when days fly by and you’re busy, rushing around preparing for the holidays! If you haven’t ordered your holiday cards, don’t be alarmed. There’s still time to create beautiful custom holiday cards this season! As I know you’re probably short on time, I’ll keep this relatively short and sweet with my bes ..read more

Traveling around Europe was the best thing I did in college. Once you are in Europe, prices to travel around like public transportation and attractions, are cheaper when you’re a student. If you can pack light you’ll also find flights between countries are much cheaper as well. If you’re a student looking to experience Europe, check out my tips below. How to Travel Europe on a Student Budget: Watch for Budget Carrier Flight Deals Budget airlines are airlines without frills that offer cheap fares. Some budget airlines are EasyJet and Ryanair. Ryanair runs New Years’ flight deals starting at €9 ..read more

Planning a trip to Scotland and want to enjoy Scottish food and drink? This blog was written with you in mind. After living in Scotland for a year, I’ve compiled this list of recommendations for visitors of the traditional Scottish foods and drinks. Scottish food you have to try: Haggis, Neeps & Tatties When in Scotland you have to try Haggis. It’s a uniquely Scottish dish that isn’t available in most other countries. Some people are hesitant to try it because they don’t know what’s in Haggis. Haggis is a blend of various sheep organs with a meatloaf-like consistency. I recommend ordering ..read more

Travel can be incredibly wasteful but it doesn’t have to be. With fast fashion, mini versions of shampoo, and excess waste created while traveling it can be hard to travel sustainably. I’ve compiled this list of sustainable travel essentials that can help you to reduce waste, save money, and save space when packing for your next trip. Check them out below to make your next trip more sustainable! Here are some sustainable travel essentials: Shampoo & Conditioner Bars Shampoo and conditioner bars take some time to get used to but they are very easy to travel with. Traveling with these bars c ..read more

I was able to visit the city of Dublin back in 2019. It was the weekend after St. Patrick’s day and it seemed the city was still celebrating. We found a bar for live music and they gave us St. Patrick’s day hats that were leftover. I found Dublin to be incredibly welcoming and really enjoyed my time there. When looking for the ultimate Irish hospitality experience, it can easily be found in the capital city: Dublin, Ireland. Irish Hospitality Ireland is known for its world-class hospitality and tourism industry. I’m sure anywhere you visit in Ireland could offer you an amazing Irish hospitalit ..read more

Small moments are little wins that you have that bring you closer and closer to your goals. If you are tirelessly working towards a goal, it can start to be difficult and discouraging. You might even forget why you started working towards your goal in the first place. Celebrating your small moments can help to keep you motivated but it can also help you to create a balanced lifestyle. You may find that by taking time to celebrate or rest you can improve your mood and make you feel more positive about your journey. When working towards a big goal your mindset can really make or break your progr ..read more

When I first came back from studying in the UK, it was really hard to adjust back to living in the US. Thankfully, I had such a great support system, made up of friends and family, that listened to all of my stories and were there for me while I adjusted. Sometimes I still miss the UK and when I do, these are the things I miss most about living in the UK! Primark Primark is a fashion brand from the UK. While living in Aberdeen, Primark was extremely popular among university students. I loved that Primark had affordable, trendy clothes that allowed me to get into the UK fashion! I spent a lot o ..read more