In November, I took a trip I wasn't sure I'd ever be able to make happen, my final continent: Antarctica. When the opportunity came up, I replied with an immediate yes. But then came the hard part: preparing for it. As you might imagine, I don't exactly have much in the way of winter weather … [Read more...] about How to Prepare for a Trip to Antarctica
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What I Packed for Colombia
When planning my two-week-long trip to Colombia, I was met with great difficulty. I would be experiencing both the balmy temperatures of the Caribbean coast and the cool and rainy climate of cosmopolitan Bogota. I also had a conference to attend. This mix made clothing choices tricky, but I … [Read more...] about What I Packed for Colombia
What I Packed for a Week in Belize
In the past, I've felt like a pro with packing but this was my first international trip since South Africa in 2019, so I felt rusty! Like in Guatemala, I went carry on only, which was pretty easy to manage. I also spent most of my time in the water, not touring the ruins of the mainland, so this … [Read more...] about What I Packed for a Week in Belize
What I Packed for South Africa
Packing for South Africa was similar to what I'd pack for just about any trip. I knew I wanted to carry on, especially as I'd be traveling from place to place by bus. I'm so glad I did because I saw lots of travelers with massive backpacks and suitcases struggling to maneuver them. The weather … [Read more...] about What I Packed for South Africa
What I Packed for Canada
My family trip to Canada this summer sort of snuck up on me, booked months in advance, but a crazy summer kept me from preparing as much as I normally would have. I knew it would be cold in Banff, but I think I underestimated what the weather would be like. I was only gone for around six days, … [Read more...] about What I Packed for Canada