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LIFESTYLE
9 Best Virtual Escape Rooms Perfect For Your Next Game Night (Free and Paid Options!)
By Elle
If you haven't caught onto the wildly popular trend of escape rooms yet, well, it's about time you caught up!...
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My Mind-Blowing Experience At The West Elm Outlet: Everything You Need To Know
By Elle
West Elm is having a huge moment over the past decade. This home decor brand features an elegant mid-century modern...
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My Honest Social CBD Product Review + Coupon
By Elle
CBD is having a moment these days. It's literally everywhere. You can find it in health food stores and even...
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The Nike Employee Store: How To Get In and What To Expect (Beaverton, Oregon)
By Elle
This past September, I had the pleasure of visiting the Nike Employee Store for the first time ever. What is...
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30+ Staycation Ideas Perfect For When You Can’t Actually Travel
By Elle
Vacations can be expensive. They're great for making lifelong memories, relaxation, and exploration, but they can sometimes break the bank....
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The Art Of Living by Epictetus: The Instruction Manual To Living Life – Part I
By Elle
Ever wondered how you can become a better person? Well a long, long time ago, Epictetus did, so now we...
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21 Easy Home Office Upgrades You’ll Want For Working From Home
By Elle
Some people are work-from-home pros. Others, like me, were thrown straight into it without much notice (thanks, pandemic). And I...
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12 Of The Best Subscription Boxes To Gift For Any Occasion (2020)
By Elle
Struggling to find the perfect gift for that next birthday, graduation, celebration, retirement, or holiday? Well then you've landed on...
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The 15 Struggles Of Being A Solo Traveler That No One Tells You
By Elle
A lot of bloggers out there talk up solo traveling these days, myself included. Why solo travel? Well, for many reasons....
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Store Your Bulky Luggage And Go Explore Hassle-Free: LuggageHero Review
By Elle
For all my opportunistic travelers out there who like taking advantage of any chance you get to fit in some...
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My Mind-Blowing Experience At The West Elm Outlet: Everything You Need To Know
By Elle
West Elm is having a huge moment over the past decade. This home decor brand features an elegant mid-century modern...
Read More The Nike Employee Store: How To Get In and What To Expect (Beaverton, Oregon)
By Elle
This past September, I had the pleasure of visiting the Nike Employee Store for the first time ever. What is...
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Complete Guide to Revealing The Priceline Express Deals Hotel Before You Book
By Elle
If you are always on the hunt for great hotel discounts like I am, you may have heard of a...
Read More 30+ Staycation Ideas Perfect For When You Can’t Actually Travel
By Elle
Vacations can be expensive. They're great for making lifelong memories, relaxation, and exploration, but they can sometimes break the bank....
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How Much It Actually Cost Me To Travel For 3 Months: Complete Europe Trip Cost Breakdown
By Elle
Have you ever wondered what a 3 month trip to Europe would cost? Wondering if you could ever save enough,...
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40 Genius Travel Hacks: Guide To Saving Money While Traveling
By Elle
40 Genius On The Road Travel Hacks: The Guide On Saving Money While Traveling Saving money for your vacation is...
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Japan On A Budget: The Ultimate How-To Guide
By Elle
The world is changing in a way where the travel gods are now in our favor. Specifically, traveling to Asia...
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45 Brilliant Ways To Travel Europe on a Budget
By Elle
Europe on a Budget - Tips and Tricks The world is changing in a way where the travel gods are...
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16 Simple Ways To Grow Your Travel Fund
By Elle
What's the number one limiting factor in taking the trip of your dreams? Chances are, it's either being able to...
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Where I Find The Best Travel Deals And Discounts
By Elle
Cheap travel? It's a real thing. A lot of people are under the impression that travel is expensive. Though that...
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My Top 15 Hiking and Camping Essentials (With Product Recommendations!)
By Elle
Are you new to camping, backpacking, or even hiking? Find yourself getting lost and overwhelmed with the variety of gear...
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Hiking Boots or Trail Running Shoes? How To Choose a Hiking Boot
By Elle
Oh, the great debate between the types of footwear one can consider when heading for an outdoor adventure on foot....
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30+ Travel Essentials for Hot Weather and Tropical Climates
By Elle
Summer rolls around every year and it’s an exciting thing. Like many of you, I look forward to summer travel...
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The Minimalist Traveler’s Guide to Packing
By Elle
Packing time: minimalist, carry-on style. Don't know where to start? Welcome to the only minimalist carry-on packing guide you’ll need....
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The Only Packing List You Need for Hawaii and Other Tropical Beach Destinations
By Elle
Packing time for the tropical beach vacation. Don't know where to start? Welcome to the only tropical beach packing guide...
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The Most Comprehensive Carry-On Packing List for Summer Travel
By Elle
Packing time, carry-on style. Don't know where to start? Welcome to the only carry-on packing guide you’ll need. I’m a...
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The Best Gifts for The Outdoor Lover In 2020
By Elle
Wondering what to get the outdoor lover or nature enthusiast in your life? I know shopping for them can be...
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25 Ultimate Self Care Gifts for Everyone On Your List
By Elle
Let's face it, we could all use a little more self-care and self-love in our lives. It's time to chuck...
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25 Top Travel Gadgets That Will Make Your Next Trip So Much Better
By Elle
Travel necessities, gadgets, and toys. Some of them are can make your trip that much better, others add extra convenience...
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10 Books That Will Inspire You To Travel
By Elle
10 Best Travel Books To Inspire Your Next Trip Why read travel books? Travel books help you learn more about the...
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Big Sur Road Trip: 2-Day Itinerary Of The Best Things To Do In Big Sur, CA
By Elle
Big Sur is one of my favorite day trips from the Bay Area, and when you make your way through...
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Best Of Japan: The Perfect 2-Week Itinerary For First-Timers
By Elle
From Kyoto's tranquil temples, wooden teahouses, and historical charm to Tokyo's neon lights, arcades, and futuristic atmosphere, there's simply too...
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The Ultimate Kauai Vacation: Everything You Need To Do On Kauai, HI
By Elle
If you’ve always dreamed of unplugging and immersing yourself in absolute lush greenery, rugged coastline, and adventure for a few...
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Your Guide To The Perfect Ojai Trip: 15 Best Things To Do In Ojai, California
By Elle
There is something truly magical about Ojai, California. This laidback California community, just a 90-minute drive north of Los Angeles,...
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55+ Free and Affordable Things To Do In San Francisco, California
By Elle
If you like nature, stunning architecture, shopping, museums, divey/hipster bars, and exceptional food in a city with a laid back...
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Mount Rainier National Park Weekend Trip Adventure: 2-Day Itinerary
By Elle
No trip to Washington or Oregon is complete without a Mount Rainier National Park visit. The sights and experiences at...
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18 Best Things To Do At Mount Rainier National Park For First Timers
By Elle
No trip to Washington or Oregon is complete without a Mount Rainier National Park visit. The sights and experiences at...
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35+ Affordable, Unique, and Off The Beaten Path Things To Do in Portland
By Elle
Sick and tired of the same old recommendations other blogs give you on things to do in Portland? Maybe you've...
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Things To Do In The Columbia River Gorge For A Perfect Day Trip
By Elle
The Columbia River Gorge is so beautiful and packed with jaw-dropping waterfalls, overlooks, and hikes that they designated it a...
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17+ Unique Things To Do In Astoria, Oregon
By Elle
Astoria is a charming gem of a town located on the Northern Oregon Coast, situated right at the border of...
Read MoreWELCOME! HOW CAN I HELP YOU?
Do you ever wish you could throw your worries away and travel the world? Maybe you’re not sure where to start, maybe you think you can’t afford it. I’m here to show you that you can.
My name is Elle and I’m well-versed in the art of budget traveling and solo female traveling. I love saving up money and hopping on planes, no matter the destination, no matter the season. I’ve been able to travel both frequently and comfortably while being mindful of the budgets I set for myself.
My mission here is to make traveling as easy and accessible for you as possible. Learn from my mistakes, steal my budgeting tricks, and go experience the world for yourself.
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