A curated list of Jacksonville small businesses I love and support. From beachy boutiques to handmade goods and meaningful gifts, these are the places I shop regularly, whether Iโm popping into a store or shopping online.
My husband and I just got back from an amazing two week trip to Thailand in November 2025. Our favorite two cities were Chiang Mai and Koh Samui - check out our recommendations below!
These are all of my favourite products for healthy hair! I use them daily. It highlights affordable to slightly more expensive products. A variety of products allows you to focus on the different needs of your hair and scalp
The best podcasts that I listen to religiously every week and get me through the day - headphones on with a good podcast playing while doing chores, commuting, and gymming always (*note: no true crime, I'm on a lifetime ban)
Letโs be real: nobody travels halfway across the world just to stand in a four-hour queue next to a sweaty mascot. ๐ข โ๏ธ Iโve curated this list for the explorers who want more adventure and less waiting. Whether youโre hunting for "hidden" flight connections, looking for the best theater seats in London or trying to snag a last minute pass to a sold out theme park, these are the exact tools I use to beat the crowds and save some serious cash. From the high speed trains of Italy to the gravity defying coasters of the UK, this is your all access pass to traveling smarter not harder. Grab your tickets, skip the stress and get straight to the good stuff! Note: This list contains affiliate links. If you book through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you it helps keep my travel tips coming! ๐ฅ.
If you're looking for a Euro city break, or passing through on your travels. These are the best hostels in various cities in my opinion. All were visited solo so are particualry good for a social atmosphere.
Prague is one of those cities that really sneaks up on youโin the best way. The fairytale views? Sure. But also: trams that just make sense, dumplings that are somehow a full meal, and a surprisingly great free walking tour scene. This list includes my go-to guides, planning tips, and personal picks from multiple visits, including everything I wish Iโd known on my first trip. Think of it as a shortcut to planning the right Prague trip, minus the โaccidentally walked 28k steps in bootsโ moment.
I'll be honest, I tried to be a fragrance girlie - binging the #Fragrancetok girls, and aspiring to have a shelf that looked like a Paris boutique with rows of glass bottles, niche luxury names from Saudi Arabia, and price tags that made my wallet cry. I tried chasing the hype, sampling the โitโ perfumes, convincing myself I could smell the difference between the top and base note. But the truth? I didnโt want a personality test in a bottle, I just wanted to smell good, and get double takes (or hugs) when they got a wiff. For the girls who love to smell good but wants fragrances to feel fun, simple, and accessible. Scents that deliver what really matters: making you smell incredible, every single day without gatekeeping or intimidation. These are the fragrance that are effortless, wearable and don't make me feel like I need to study a glossary or an influencer's catalog to wear or pair them โright.'
I have never been an avid shopper here but somehow have spent 100s on the website in the past 2 months. I'm loving the peices they have for the spring and im excited for what they bring this summer!
From omakase counters and izakaya small plates to all-you-can-eat sushi and sizzling hibachi, these are the best Japanese restaurants around Orlando, Kissimmee, and Poinciana. Whether you're craving fresh nigiri, a steaming bowl of ramen, or a fun teppanyaki night out, this local guide rolls up Central Florida's top sushi and Japanese spots.
I moved to San Antonio this summer from a remote mountain town. Itโs been a crazy adjustment, as you may imagine. The best part, however, is all the things to do! Here is a list of my favorites, as someone who is venturing into doing more in the city.