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Author: Kassie Duggan

Kassie is a full-time traveler, photographer, and brand strategist. When she's not out seeking new adventures, you can find her with her laptop at the local coziest cafe, journaling, studying herbs, cooking, lounging at home (wherever that happens to be at the moment) with her husband Will, a good non-fiction book and, and a cup of tea.

The Ultimate Vacation Packing List (2026 Edition)

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Packing for a vacation should be exciting, not stressful. The trick isn’t bringing everything – it’s knowing what you’ll actually use, choosing items you love, and being efficient with your packing.  This 2026 edition vacation packing list will ensure you have everything you need for any trip, including guides for beach vacation, a whirlwind Europe […]

What Even Is Slow Travel?

Two women embrace the art of slow travel, riding a train and gazing out an open window at blurred green scenery. Sunlight gently illuminates their hair and the peaceful interior of the carriage.

When most people think of travel, a few different images come to mind. One of them is a week-long vacation to an all-inclusive resort in paradise, maybe to get away from the busyness of life, work, and responsibilities. You’re probably on a beach somewhere in this picture. The other is perhaps a trip to Europe […]

The 10 UK Languages You’ve Never Heard Of

A large stone castle with multiple towers sits on an island surrounded by a calm moat, inviting indie intrepid travelers to explore its historic charm. Green grass and trees frame the scene, with a reflection shimmering under a partly cloudy sky.

We all know that the UK is the home of English – or, at least, English as we know it. But did you know that what is now modern-day England, Scotland, Wales, and the surrounding islands have had their own indigenous languages for thousands of years? Before “British English” existed, before Shakespeare penned sonnets, and […]

What to Pack for Winter in Winthrop, Washington

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Winthrop in wintertime is nothing short of magical but also extremely cold. We’re talking 20–30°F (-6–2°C) by day, and nighttime temperatures routinely in the minus 0°F (-18°C) range. Add to it perpetual snow and icy sidewalks, and you’re going to want to bundle up like you’re going into a frozen tundra. This isn’t the vacation […]

How To Live in Scotland for Under $1000/month

A ruined stone castle stands by a calm lake, reflecting in the water—a perfect scene for those who wish to live in Scotland, surrounded by rolling hills with autumn colors and snow-capped peaks under a partly cloudy sky.

Between 2023 and 2024, we’ve spent approximately 6 months slowly traveling in the UK – roughly 3 months in England, 3 months in Scotland. And, we did this on a budget of less than $1,000/month. Anyone who has traveled or spent time in the UK knows that it’s by far one of the most expensive places […]

How We Work + Travel as a Couple

A woman in a red dress and a man in a light blue shirt stand close together outdoors, looking into each other’s eyes and smiling, surrounded by greenery and an old stone wall—capturing the joy of travel as a couple.

I’ve always believed that the ultimate compatibility test is international travel. When you’re navigating a new place from scratch – jet-lagged, hungry, lost – you really get to know someone. Who are they after 24 hours with no sleep? How do they handle things when (not if) something goes wrong? Are they as easygoing as […]

How to Spend Winter in Winthrop, Washington

A snow-covered landscape with tall pine trees glowing orange in the golden light of a sunset or sunrise—offers inspiration for how to spend winter in Winthrop, with clear blue skies and a peaceful, wintery atmosphere all around.

Winthrop is a gorgeous western-themed town in the Washington Cascades. It basically turns into a winter wonderland snowglobe starting in November, and if you’re an outdoors enthusiast – this is the place for you. With fewer than 500 year-round residents, it’s the kind of place where everyone knows each other. Businesses tend to close early, […]

Travel-Friendly Skincare Products I Swear By

Two jars of travel-friendly skincare—“Ultra Hydrating Moisturiser” and “Regenerating Collagen Moisturiser”—sit on a wooden tray with other clean beauty travel essentials atop a stone countertop.

 We all know that feeling when we’ve just gotten off of a long flight. Tired, feeling lackluster, dry hair, dry skin, probably dying for a shower. Most of these are pretty easy fixes. However, creating and maintaining a good skincare routine while traveling usually involves a little more effort.  This can be one of the […]

Amazon Travel Gear We Actually Use in 2025

A black-and-white photo shows a person’s white sneaker next to a black backpack with straps—a nod to minimalist packing—on a concrete sidewalk. Part of the person’s black pants is visible near the bag.

We’ve planned entire trips around flights that cost less than a night out – and it’s all because of one simple shift in how we book. This strategy has saved us hundreds, taken us to places we never expected, and made spontaneous getaways way more doable. If you’re craving more travel without the high price tag and you have a little flexibility, this might just change the way you book forever.

The Best Online File Storage for Digital Nomads

A wooden desk by a window with a laptop, wireless mouse, phone, closed laptop, cup of coffee, empty glass, and some potted plants—perfect setup for remote work and building out digital workflows. The scene looks cozy and relaxed.

There comes a time very quickly in every digital nomad’s life where they face one of the most important challenges of their remote work or creative process: file storage. It doesn’t sound very glamorous, but I can’t emphasize enough how having the right solution early on will make or break your client work, content creation […]

How to Save Money on Flights (and the Tools We Use)

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We’ve planned entire trips around flights that cost less than a night out – and it’s all because of one simple shift in how we book. This strategy has saved us hundreds, taken us to places we never expected, and made spontaneous getaways way more doable. If you’re craving more travel without the high price tag and you have a little flexibility, this might just change the way you book forever.