The conclusion of summer means a return to work and school schedules, whether you’re an adult, a kid, or a member of a household with both. Although the season doesn’t officially end until late September, the looming start of school causes folks to hold on to those last days of summer. But before you load … Read more
Fall lovers, this one’s for you! If you’re starting to think about your Autumn vacation, one hotel is offering a unique experience for the new season, giving guests a unique opportunity to view North Carolina’s dramatic displays of fall foliage from two wheels. The Applewood Manor is a boutique hotel located in the Montford Area … Read more
The best Airbnb rentals serve up just the right amount of home envy. They’re aspirationally gorgeous and incredibly efficient. They’re clean, yes — and we’ve already rounded up the best cleaning tips from Airbnb hosts — but they’re also well-organized. You know, so guests don’t have to deal with an avalanche of pot lids when … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Sometimes, you have to be gifted luxe little items before you buy them to realize that they’re worth the splurge — and I love wrapping up Diptyque candles for that very reason. Yes, the French luxury fragrance brand … Read more
Getting sick on vacation: It’s inconvenient, but it happens. Of course you didn’t plan to feel that tickle in your throat when you were mapping out the rest of your trip! But dismissing your symptoms or blaming them on the food or staying up too late the night before can often make things worse — and put … Read more
If you’ve always dreamed of getting away from it all and living off-grid for a little while, there’s no need to scrimp on style. Living Vehicle, a luxury travel trailer company founded in 2017 by husband and wife duo Matthew and Joanna Hofmann, was crafted on the couple’s passion for freedom, and their decade of … Read more
Whether taking an RV trip, booking a hotel, or glamping in the woods, there’s just something special about heading somewhere different, especially in the summertime. Making new memories with loved ones — or going solo! — can be a much-needed balm for the soul. However, amid the excitement, being in an unfamiliar environment without the creature … Read more
Arielle Tschinkel Contributor Arielle Tschinkel is a freelance pop culture and lifestyle writer whose work has appeared on Shape.com, WomansWorld.com, FirstforWomen.com, Insider, HelloGiggles, and more. She loves all things Disney and is making her way to every park around the world, and is a die-hard Britney Spears fan for life. She’s also obsessed with her … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. There’s no better travel champion than a good book. If there’s a trip in your future, but you’re unsure of what to read, try using your surroundings as inspiration. Leaning into a book based on the destination you’re … Read more
No lie: It’s been a rough year, and we’re all in need of some serious self-care more than ever. If your burned out, exhausted psyche is in agreement, you’ll be happy to know that you can score plenty of feel-good-from-head-to-toe items over at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. During the sale, which goes until August 8, … Read more