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Carry-On Essentials

I’ve spent years on the road and I’ve had my share of mishaps — broken backpack straps, lost luggage, cameras that just stopped working and so much more! Investing in good travel gear and being smart about packing can completely change a trip. Check out my favorite gear and luggage, plus my guide to packing the perfect carry-on bag, before your next trip!

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    Comment “GUIDE” for my Ultimate Charleston Travel Guide 🌸
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    It’s officially Spring! Which means we now get weather like this in Charleston!

    This is one of my favorite cities for Spring travel. The buildings are colorful, the food scene is incredible, and the blossoms are to die for.

    If you want to make a quick trip to Charleston, South Carolina this spring, comment “GUIDE” for a direct message to all the best spots!
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    #Charleston #SouthCarolina #USTravel #SpringTravel

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    Comment “GUIDE” for my Ultimate Charleston Travel Guide 🌸 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• It’s officially Spring! Which means we now get weather like this in Charleston! This is one of my favorite cities for Spring travel. The buildings are colorful, the food scene is incredible, and the blossoms are to die for. If you want to make a quick trip to Charleston, South Carolina this spring, comment “GUIDE” for a direct message to all the best spots! ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• #Charleston #SouthCarolina #USTravel #SpringTravel

    As Fergie says, “We flyin’ first class!” ✈️ 🎶
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    When I say @emirates First Class experience is incredible, I mean INCREDIBLE. It exceeded my expectations and then some.

    Want to sip bottomless glasses of Dom Perignon, nibble on caviar AND take a shower at 40,000 ft? Look no further.

    The best part? I managed to upgrade my Business Class flight to First Class for FREE by using credit card points!

    Yep, you read that right! It didn’t cost me a penny to upgrade to one of the best First Class flights on the market.

    Comment POINTS for a link to my guide on upgrading to Emirates First Class using points!
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    #creditcardpoints #travelhacking #pointsandmiles

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    As Fergie says, “We flyin’ first class!” ✈️ 🎶 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• When I say @emirates First Class experience is incredible, I mean INCREDIBLE. It exceeded my expectations and then some. Want to sip bottomless glasses of Dom Perignon, nibble on caviar AND take a shower at 40,000 ft? Look no further. The best part? I managed to upgrade my Business Class flight to First Class for FREE by using credit card points! Yep, you read that right! It didn’t cost me a penny to upgrade to one of the best First Class flights on the market. Comment POINTS for a link to my guide on upgrading to Emirates First Class using points! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• #creditcardpoints #travelhacking #pointsandmiles

    This is your sign to book that sailing trip ⛵️☀️🌊
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    Still dreaming of this incredible charter with @themooringsvacations in the BVIs!

    Comment SAIL for a link to my complete itinerary & tips for sailing British Virgin Islands 🇻🇬
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    #BritishVirginIslands #Caribbean #catamaran #sailing #bvi

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    This is your sign to book that sailing trip ⛵️☀️🌊 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Still dreaming of this incredible charter with @themooringsvacations in the BVIs! Comment SAIL for a link to my complete itinerary & tips for sailing British Virgin Islands 🇻🇬 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• #BritishVirginIslands #Caribbean #catamaran #sailing #bvi

    Grab your besties and your babes, it’s time to set sail ⛵️🇻🇬
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    We just returned from a bucket list sailing trip around the British Virgin Islands with @themooringsvacations — and it was an absolute dream come true!

    If you aren’t looking for a vacation from the kids but from the cooking, cleaning, and responsibilities of everyday life, this is your sign!

    Four moms, four kids, a crewed catamaran with a gourmet chef, a stewardess, and a captain that cook, clean and sail for you during 7 days of adventure, turquoise water, white sanded beaches, and quality time with your friends and little ones—it was heaven!

    Check out my story highlight “BVIs ⛵️” for all of the fun from our trip! And stay tuned for an in-depth blog post with tips on sailing with kids + our complete itinerary 🏝️
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    #BritishVirginIslands #Caribbean #catamaran #sailing

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    Grab your besties and your babes, it’s time to set sail ⛵️🇻🇬 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• We just returned from a bucket list sailing trip around the British Virgin Islands with @themooringsvacations — and it was an absolute dream come true! If you aren’t looking for a vacation from the kids but from the cooking, cleaning, and responsibilities of everyday life, this is your sign! Four moms, four kids, a crewed catamaran with a gourmet chef, a stewardess, and a captain that cook, clean and sail for you during 7 days of adventure, turquoise water, white sanded beaches, and quality time with your friends and little ones—it was heaven! Check out my story highlight “BVIs ⛵️” for all of the fun from our trip! And stay tuned for an in-depth blog post with tips on sailing with kids + our complete itinerary 🏝️ ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• #BritishVirginIslands #Caribbean #catamaran #sailing