Whether you’re a first-time traveler or a seasoned pro, planning your next trip can be daunting. It’s natural to feel a little overwhelmed, and you’re bound to make a few mistakes. That being said, a lot of mistakes travelers make are 100% avoidable. I’ve done every one of these things several times over, and as easy as they are to do, they’re just as easy to avoid if you know how.
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I throw out a lot of stuff. It’s not intentional--I do try to do my part by educating myself, moving towards minimalist living, recycling and participating in my city’s composting program--but I know I can do better. Some of the items on this list are things I’m already doing, but many more are things I’m still working to accomplish. It’s a slow, painful process, but by taking it one step at a time, I’m making progress towards a zero-waste life, and I wholeheartedly believe that you can, too.
Finding happiness is a lifelong process; there is no one route, and there is no way to be happy all the time forever. That being said, there are ways to increase happiness in your life, to live in a way where you are content with what you have. In my journey to more abundant happiness, I’ve found there are three things which have been instrumental to this process.
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Deciding whether or not to rent a car abroad is an important part of planning your vacation. While it depends on where you go, the choice of renting a car and all that comes with it -- how long should you rent, how much does it cost in comparison to other modes of transport, and even where you should rent -- can be a little overwhelming.
I didn’t use a car at all during my trip to Australia, and used one only part of the time in England. Sometimes I use a car for my main mode of transportation for my entire trip, sometimes I use public transport some of the time and pick up a car at my next destination. In my travels, I've found that there are definite pros and cons when it comes to renting which need to be considered before you book a car: Have you ever wondered how to make the most out of your trip? Ever wondered where those secret, off-the-beaten-path adventures are? It’s actually really easy to find out, and it all comes down to this: living like a local.
Gold Bluffs Beach, Northern California, near Redwoods National Park Note: Some of this is reiterated from my travel philosophy segment on my about page. However, I also added links and additional details that I believe will help others interested in sustainable tourism develop their own ethical travel goals and succeed in traveling as ethically as possible. As a travel blogger, my goal is to engage with the world in an ethical, sustainable manner. What do I mean by this? I recognize that I am a guest in each place I visit, and that as a guest, it’s my responsibility not to leave any place worse off than when I arrived. I believe in the importance of caring for this world, our beautiful home, and all those who inhabit it. To do this, I have three goals when traveling which help me travel sustainably.
Hi, everybody! I hope you're all having a nice start to the work week. Today, I thought I would share a small, simple tutorial for how I go about painting ferns. Some of you may have already seen it if you've been following me on Pinterest for a while, but I thought it would be fun to share this with the rest of you, too! So, without further adieu, the tutorial:
How do I maintain a good work/life balance? This is a question I struggle with every day. In truth, I think a good work-life balance hangs on prioritizing. On a daily basis, I’m trying to balance school, art, writing, relationships, other hobbies and interests, and daily tasks that simply must be done--you know, the little things, like showering or eating.
We live in a culture where most of us are trying to balance lives that constantly pull us in a hundred different directions, and we must prioritize in order to get anything done. |
Hi, there! Call me Kris. I’m a world traveler, author and artist working to showcase the world's beauty and inspire you to find your confidence to see the world!
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