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A Quick Guide to the Best of Chicago, Illinois

After visiting Chicago, Illinois many times, here’s my ultimate bucket list of travel ideas for the Windy City. Whether your trip is a two-day weekend in Chicago or a full week, here are the best trip ideas in one quick travel guide. The prettiest places, best restaurants, coolest things to do - from shopping to architecture.

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Gift Ideas for People Who Miss Paris This Year

While we can’t travel to France right now, francophiles and Paris lovers around the world are still dreaming of the City of Light. These Paris-inspired gifts will bring a touch of that famous je ne sais quois to their everyday life at home. #giftguide #francophilegifts

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Everything You Need To Know About SteamLine Luggage

After traveling with the SteamLine Luggage Starlet set for a few years, I’m answering all the questions you’ve asked. The quality of the suitcases, how to take care of them, which size is best, if they’re worth the price. Find all the answers - plus my tips and advice - in this post!

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How to Keep Sane in Self-Isolation

For many of us, coronavirus means we suddenly need to work from home or self-isolate. Here’s how to keep from going totally stir-crazy during these long (hopefully boring) weeks at home.

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The Best Tools for Smart Online Shopping

The Best Tools for Smart Online Shopping | These five apps and websites are my favorite ways to find great clothes, get cashback, and get sale alerts for the best online deals. These are the online hacks for shopping mindfully! #shopping #shoppingtips #shoppinghacks #onlineshopping #apps #bestapps

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My Favorite Travel Essentials for a Long Flight

My Top 8 Essentials for a Long Flight | Long-haul flights are no joke, so whenever I’m traveling in the air for hours on end, I bring these eight essentials in my carry on. | How to feel cozy - even in coach - and get some sleep on an overseas or red-eye flight. #traveltips #travelessentials #flighttips #longflight #travel

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Why You'll Love a Colorful Winter Coat & The Best Finds Now

Why You'll Love a Colorful Winter Coat & The Best Finds Now | Spoiler alert: you can totally wear bright colors, and choosing a colorful winter coat this year will help make winter more fun! Shop the best coats, from cute faux fur to the warmest puffers for cold weather. A rainbow of colors - yellow, red, pink, purple, blue - for fashionable womens winter outfits! #winterfashion #winterstyle #dresscolorfully

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What to See (and Where to Eat) in New Orleans

What to See (and Where to Eat) in New Orleans | A curated travel guide for things to do in the French Quarter, the Garden District and more. A charming boutique hotel, the best beignets, and live music. These are the NOLA restaurants and activities to add to your New Orleans itinerary!

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