Traveling is the best way to break out of my day-to-day routine. Rather than heading to work, running errands or hitting the gym, I’m in a new place without any must-dos — I get to decide what each day holds, and that might just be the best part about the trips I take. Even without the rigidity of daily life…

When you’re on the go, selecting staple pieces to travel with allow you to prepare for a variety of situations. You’re more likely to over pack when concerned about a downpour of rain or getting stuck in a cold and uncomfortable airport. Think of your travel bag as a tiny capsule wardrobe suited for multiple scenes. Stop worrying, and plan…

Camping is a classic family trip and treasured past-time among friends to get away from it all. That first time you tried to rough it went horribly, but you reasoned that it's a learning experience. Survival skills are vital, especially in the case of a zombie apocalypse or alien invasion — it could totally happen. But not today. Right now,…

Everyone talks about accomplishing tasks on their bucket lists before they kick the bucket. In reality, that list is half-formed and filled with items that may be cookie-cutter versions of what's expected to be on a bucket list — like climbing Mt. Everest or walking the entire Appalachian Trail. Dare to dream big but challenge yourself to find the rewards…