Northern Italy Travel Guide Part 2: Florence and Venice

Travel

See Northern Italy Travel Guide Part 1: Rome and Cinque Terre if you haven’t read that yet! My two week Northern Italy itinerary: 1 Travel Day 3 Days in Rome 2.5 Days in Cinque Terre (would recommend staying longer if you have the time, maybe at least 4 days) 2.5 Days in Florence (I would […]

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Northern Italy Travel Guide Part 1: Rome and Cinque Terre

Travel

Dreaming of going to Italy but not sure where to start? Below is my two week itinerary for Northern Italy. These are my recommendations of where to go, how long to stay in each city, and what to do while there. This Northern Italy travel guide can of course be customized to suit your travel […]

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My Top Tips for Packing Light for Vacation

Travel

Packing is both a science and an art. Over the years I believe I’ve perfected my process for packing smart and packing as light as possible. Below are a few of my rules when it comes to packing whether for a quick trip or a long vacation: 1. Always prep at least a week in advance. […]

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Places to See in Paris Besides the Eiffel Tower

Travel

Paris is one of my favorite cities in the world. It’s romantic, magical, and beautiful yet a little gritty at the same time. I’ve been to Paris a few times over the years and I always find myself going back to these places. And no, this list does not contain the very popular Eiffel Tower. […]

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Hawaii Travel Tips and Inspiration-Oahu Part One


Travel

Hawaii Travel Diary-Oahu It’s been almost six months since our honeymoon in Hawaii and my husband and I cannot wait to go back! I did a post shortly after our honeymoon on Makeup Must-Haves for Travel in Hawaii but I realized I never went into detail of what we got into while there. If you’re interested […]

January 13, 2018

Top Travel Destinations for 2018 Featuring Cleveland


Travel

Planning your next trip(s) this year? Maybe you’re looking somewhere exotic like Cambodia, or somewhere with a lot of culture, or maybe just daydreaming of warmer weather to escape from these freezing temperatures! There are so many great places to visit, it sometimes can be hard to narrow down where exactly you want to spend […]

January 6, 2018

How to Make a Homemade Peppermint Sugar Scrub


Skincare

If you’re looking for a cute and simple holiday gift to give out to friends or family or just looking to get into the festive spirit yourself, try making this homemade peppermint sugar scrub! It’s very easy to make with less than four ingredients and most likely all already in your kitchen. I love making […]

December 22, 2017

The 10 Beauty Products on My Nice List


Makeup

There are so many skincare and beauty products out there these days that sometimes it can be really overwhelming finding something that works for you. Thankfully I’ve narrowed down my top favorite products that make my nice list this year so you don’t have to. Try some of the beauty products below and avoid the […]

December 18, 2017

My Honest Fenty Beauty Review


Makeup, Reviews

I was a little hesitant at first to jump on board the beauty train trying Rihanna’s new makeup line, Fenty Beauty. I don’t typically go for celebrity makeup lines because I feel like they are sometimes all hyped up for nothing and not about quality. I finally decided to try the makeup line after seeing […]

November 3, 2017

Favorite Skincare Products for Fall


Skincare

My skincare routine has evolved over the years as I’ve figured out what works for my skin and what doesn’t. My skin can be a little tricky, sensitive to chemicals and prone to acne. It can also drastically change season to season as I live in Ohio. In the summer, it can get pretty oily […]

October 15, 2017

My Top Travel Tips for Surviving Long Flights


Travel

I’m very much a stereotypical Taurus when it comes to needing structure and a certain level of comfort on a day to day basis. Sometimes traveling can throw off my balance and I feel out of sync. Over the years I’ve learned a few things to make myself more comfortable when it comes to long […]

September 23, 2017

The Unofficial Guide to the Top 5 Essential Oils


Skincare

My Top 5 Favorite Essential Oils   Essential oils have quickly became an essential part of my daily life (no pun intended). I started researching essential oils a few years ago and it really intrigued me how certain oils can have different affects on your mood whether you are looking for relaxation, energy, mental clarity, […]

August 23, 2017