Tag: Shopping

Alabama, Destinations, Travel, USA

Where Lost Luggage Goes: What it’s Like to Visit to Unclaimed Baggage in Scottsboro, Alabama

Krystal standing in front of sign at Unclaimed Baggage Entrance

“How can the airline just lose my bag?” I have no idea how often this phrase gets uttered, but after a recent visit to Unclaimed Baggage in tiny Scottsboro, Alabama, I suspect it happens a lot. Sorry, what? Unclaimed Baggage? Yep – Unclaimed Baggage is an entire store dedicated to selling items left in unclaimed …

Travel, Travel Products, Wish Lists and Gift Ideas

Travel Essentials: My Top Picks from the Shopbop Sale

Set of packages next to front door

In case you haven’t heard, there’s a great progressive sale going on over at multi-brand fashion-fave Shopbop, where the more you spend, the more you can save. There are a ton of items included in the sale, even ones that I never see go on sale, all at up to 25% off. I spent some …

Destinations, Food, North Carolina, Restaurants, Travel, USA

Brews and Views: A Comprehensive Travel Guide to Asheville, North Carolina

Downtown Asheville Buildings

Have you heard it too? You casually mention that you’re considering a little getaway in the Southeast, and then they say, “Well, what about Asheville?” Michael and I have heard this countless times over the past few years; suddenly it seemed like everyone was either planning a trip to the North Carolina city or had …

Travel, Travel Products, Wish Lists and Gift Ideas

Winter Travel Style Wishlist

YSL Scarf hanging on door handle

Well, we’re already a few weeks into winter, but better late than never, right? I’m striving toward building a wardrobe I’m content with – both at home and away – which means I’m giving things a lot of thought before bringing them into my home. Mild winters here in Florida mean I can get away …

Colorado, Destinations, Travel, USA

A Perfect Holiday Weekend Itinerary for Denver, Colorado

A view of downtown Denver from City Park

When our families’ plans changed for the Thanksgiving weekend, Michael and I had to make a change to ours, too – and naturally, we decided to travel. With just a few days’ notice before the long weekend, we had limited options for flights in our price range and at times that fit our schedule. Though …

Belgium, Destinations, Travel

The Best Places to Shop in Antwerp, Belgium

A view of the ornate Antwerp Centraal Station

Antwerp has been synonymous with fashion since the Antwerp Six exploded into the fashion world in the eighties, and the undeniably cool city is worth at least a day trip should you find yourself in Belgium. Granted, a day will only allow you to scratch the surface of the city’s designers and shops, but if …

Belgium, Destinations, Travel

The Ultimate Travel Guide for Ghent, Belgium

View of Ghent from Gravensteen

My top picks for a weekend in Ghent, Belgium – including all the best places to eat, drink, and shop!

Destinations, Luxembourg, Travel

36 Hours in Luxembourg City

Luxembourg

I think we got off on the wrong foot with little Luxembourg. Our journey by train from Amsterdam was met with sudden route changes, extending our transit time to a full seven hours – which meant we were filled with a bit of regret before we even arrived. And though in many parts of Europe, …

Destinations, Netherlands, Travel

Retail Therapy: The Amsterdam Stores That Are Worth Your Time and Money

Alyssa shops in Amsterdam at Charlie + Mary

Shopping no longer holds the key to my heart the way it once did – and as such it no longer holds a strong spot in my travel itinerary, either. However, there is something so fun about responding, “Oh this? I got it in Paris/New York/Amsterdam/wherever,” when someone asks you about your outfit. Our recent …

Destinations, Mexico, Travel

Long Weekend Escape: A Travel Guide for Three Days in Mexico City, Mexico

Alyssa stands with a row of cacti in Mexico City

Three days in Mexico City was not enough. But I have a feeling that a week, or a month, or a lifetime would still be not enough time to spend in the city. The capital of Mexico is beautifully chaotic and vibrant, with patches of quiet and green space filling in the gaps. With year-round …