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How to Make Your Life Easier as a Traveler (Part 2)

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  Welcome Back, Traveler!  In this continuation of " How to Make Your Life Easier as a Traveler ", lookout for some new tips and tools that we use as pro-travelers 😉 Here are 4 NEW Tips for How to Make Your Life Easier: 1. NO CLUTTER! (Wallets and Luggage Version)   Y ou probably always hear " it's best to travel light ", but HOW is that really possible for a two-week trip to Europe or a trip to an island where I need at least 20 outfits ?!  Checked bags cost extra and they are a pain to carry around , way too much clutter... SO what are we supposed to bring with us ?!   In my previous post, I mentioned my AWAY suitcase ( $40 discount code HERE ). I highly recommend the flex suitcase when it comes to avoiding clutter, because this allows the flexibility to add or consolidate as needed.  Now, I am going to add that the matching backpack is the most compact and easy-to-use item with this suitcase! It has a pocket to attach it to your suitcase  a...

5 Senses Gift Guide for your Loved One

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This is the PERFECT gift idea for your loved one! Whether it is a special occasion , Christmas , or a birthday (or just because ;) ), your loved one will feel SO SPECIAL receiving this thoughtful gift from you! It would honestly work from a guy to a girl as well, but I put this together for Kenny! 💘 Here is everything I gave Kenny for our 2-Year Anniversary as well as extra ideas for each category: 1. SIGHT : For sight, I got us this Christian couples' journal to complete together. It consists of a year's worth of prompts to allow you to grow closer as a couple and in your faith! This is the link for this $10 gift item !! Along with this theme, I got us new matching NIV notetaking Bibles. I was honestly a little nervous about these because they were so cheap ( UNDER $20 Bible for HER ), but they are so beautiful and great quality. Kenny said this was his favorite part of the whole gift!! ( Under $25 Bible for HIM ) SIGHT IDEAS with links: - Christian couples' journa...

10 Things to Do in Charlotte, North Carolina

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Hey travelers!  Check out all of our couples adventures on our Tiktok:  @just.travel.now  and our brand NEW Instagram:  @sktravelbloggers We LOVE Charlotte, North Carolina!   I have family that lives right outside the city of Charlotte. I visit them a couple times a year, and when I do, I make sure to make a trip or two into the city. Be sure to check out our How to Make Your Life Easier as a Traveler blog post which includes discount links to some of our favorite products!! This past year, I was able to bring Kenny to visit for the first time, and we had an absolute blast exploring together. The city is so clean and quiet with plenty to do and see. Here are 10 places we recommend for your next trip: Aura Rooftop Pool and Bar: Starting out strong with our favorite spot here, we have Aura Rooftop Pool and Bar! This absolutely stunning rooftop is a hidden gem of Charlotte. The pool is obviously closed in the winter, but on warm days, you can relax by the poolsid...

Exploring the BEST Beaches in Aruba

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Aruba is one of the most visited, up-and-coming islands in the Caribbean!    From  Arikok National Park  covering 20% of the island to the lighthouse on the opposite end of the island,  Aruba has something for every kind of vacationer .  The island is continuously being built up to lend itself more to tourism. In turn, this means more crowds! Read along to find out some tips for avoiding crowds and enjoying the beauty of the beaches in this island ! When Kenny and I travel somewhere, we love exploring the ins and outs of the destination.  We enjoy veering from the normal, crowded touristy spots to see what the place is really all about. Don't get me wrong... we still enjoy the touristy parts, but we also like to see how the locals live in each specific place.  Aruba is the perfect place for this kind of exploring. It is rated as one of the safest islands to visit and can be thoroughly explored from one end to the other in about one week. For ...

How to Make your Life Easier as a Traveler (Part 1)

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Kenny and I love traveling SO much, but we'll admit sometimes it can be uncomfortable and exhausting . As we continue to travel more often, we are always looking for new ways to make our lives easier. We want to spend less time on the tedious aspects of traveling like packing, and more time on living in the moment of the experience. Here are a few things we have learned that help us make the most of our traveling: 1. The suitcase MATTERS ! I bought myself an Away travel suitcase a couple years ago, and it is the best decision I have made for my traveling! Their suitcases are so sturdy and built with quality materials. I don't have to worry about it breaking because if it does, I can just send it in and get it repaired under the lifetime warranty ! They have a beautiful array of color options and any size you could want. They even have add-ons like engraving. This suitcase has made my life easier because of its interior and exterior design and mobility . Kenny jumped on the...