Fun with Business Travel: Four Las Vegas Strip Time Lapse Videos
I travel a lot and find ways to amuse myself. Lately, I’ve been all about the time lapse videos, especially in Las Vegas. Here are a few of my faves.
Time Lapse of Charlotte, NC from the 22nd Floor of the Hilton Charlotte Center City
I recently stayed a few nights at the Hilton Charlotte Center City, which is located in Uptown. It’s a great location, walk-able to most places in Uptown and right near the Lynx light rail line. Plus, I had an awesome room on the 22nd floor that looked north. From my view you can see the Charlotte … [Read more…]
Packing Light: Four Travel Accessories for Lighter and More Efficient Travel
So, I may have taken a hiatus from writing, but that’s only because I’ve been traveling non-stop (oh, and we moved across the country, bought a house, got engaged, and married…). In my travels (especially for work), I try to never check a bag (think of all the time wasted at baggage claim!) and travel … [Read more…]
5 Creative Ideas for Your Travel Photos
If you’re like me, you probably have a TON of photos from your travels. I post a few of my best travel photos on my social accounts, but what happens to the photos that didn’t make it to Instagram? Here are five creative ideas that I personally use for my plethora of travel photos: 1. Sell … [Read more…]
Go Outdoors: 10 Things to Do & See in Beautiful North Dakota
This post has been sponsored by North Dakota Tourism, but, of course, all words and opinions are my own. When you think of North Dakota, you probably think of Fargo and maybe Teddy Roosevelt. But did you know that North Dakota is home to some of the best biking, hiking, fishing, and boating in the … [Read more…]
An Update… We’re Leaving Seattle for Raleigh
“And If I Die in Raleigh, At Least I Will Die Free…” Well, that’s what Old Crow Medicine Show thought when they wrote that song in 2006, about six years before the republicans took over what was a moderate state, and ten years before HB2. More on that in a bit… These past few weeks … [Read more…]
Day Trip from Seattle: Skagit Valley Tulip Festival & Bow, Washington
Due to our warmer than usual weather here in the Pacific Northwest, the tulips bloomed a bit sooner than usual. So, Chad and I decided to take a Friday and head up north to explore a bit. The Skagit Valley Tulip Fest occurs every year between April 1 and April 30th. There are many different … [Read more…]
How to Update Twitter & Facebook Via SMS in an Emergency
I’m going to Spain next month for work, and well, like most of Europe, Spain is on a High Terror Alert. That doesn’t mean you need to change your travel plans, or succumb to fear. But it does mean taking extra precautions and planning. Communication is key during an emergency, but what happens when everyone … [Read more…]
12 Mother’s Day Gifts for Mom’s Who Love to Travel
My mom is awesome and while I try to celebrate her often, Mother’s Day is a perfect excuse to call mom, write mom, send her a quick note, or a small gift. My mom loves traveling (must run in the family), and even just recently joined me on some adventures in Seattle. I decided to … [Read more…]
My Current Travel Packing Gear: Personal Carry On Luggage
I spend a lot of time traveling, which means that I spent a lot of time planning, researching, and selecting my travel gear. Here’s what I’m currently using for personal carry-ons these days. Obviously, I can’t use all at once, but each bag has its own purpose and use. Tom Bihn Pilot Bag I love … [Read more…]