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What’s in My Bag? The 5th Co. Essential

Jan 30. 2017
What's in My Bag? The 5th Co. Essential

I have been known to be a notorious overpacker, and when it has come to my everyday bag it's been no different. My parents used to teasingly ask, "What do you have in that suitcase?" (referring to my purse/bag), and to that I would respond, "My life, duh." I like being prepared. I mean, you just never know when you might need those pair of socks in your purse to double as gloves because it's the dead of winter and you forgot your real gloves at home. You were running late, didn't have time to let...

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Hotel Reviews

Luxury Hotel Review: Esplanade Zagreb

Jan 23. 2017
Luxury Hotel Review: Esplanade Zagreb

Deciding to do a bit of traveling during the holidays, instead of returning home to the States, I figured I would treat myself. This Christmas was going to be one for the books and, with the help of Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, it certainly was. For two nights we lived in the lap of luxury, while exploring the beautiful city of Zagreb. Here is my experience. The Hotel As once a prestigious stop on the Orient Express in the 1920s, The Esplanade is the epitome of classic luxury. Before you step foot through its doors the sheer architectural beauty of...

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Europe

5 European Cities for Winter Travel

Jan 17. 2017

If you're anything like me in the winter you either: A) Turn into a complete hermit, and stay nice and bundled up inside your warm and cozy home, until Spring decides to rear its beautiful head again. And/Or B) Escape to somewhere warm and tropical, where your OOTD (outfit of the day) is nothing more than a swimsuit, there are beaches abound, and your cup runneth over with fruity cocktails, preferably served in a coconut or cute glass with an umbrella straw (can you tell I'm missing summer?). What you typically don't do is decide to hop, skip, and...

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Travel Tips

The Accessory That Every Traveler Needs: The 5th Watch

Dec 05. 2016

Every traveler needs a good watch. Personally, my life revolves around constantly being in one place or another. I´m always on the go, and there´s always planes, trains, and other things to catch. Plus, since moving abroad I have definitely had to adjust my punctuality habits more like the lack thereof. So when I got the opportunity to collaborate with The 5th watch company  I was ecstatic. No more digging through my purse aka the abyss of random stuff looking for my phone to check the time. No more distractions when I pick up my phone, but end up on...

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Hotel Reviews

Where to Stay in California

Sep 28. 2016
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This article is part of the Hipmunk Hotels Campaign   Headed to California? Here are 5 boutique hotels you should keep on your radar when visiting the Golden State. [spacer height="20px"] Hyatt Place San Jose: Enjoy Family-Friendly Attractions Located near tons of family attractions, the Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown is the perfect hotel for a family getaway. Spend the day whizzing and whirling on rides at the action-packed Great America theme park. Take flight on the thrill ride Flight Deck, or if slower rides are more your speed, check out the Carousel Columbia. Want to cool off a bit? Hop on over to...

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