Travel Necessities

We travel... a lot! We've compiled a list of the must-have items you should always take with you on a motorcycle trip, car ride, plane trip, or cruise. Plus, we've got some little-known gems to put inside your luggage that will make your next hotel stay, camping trip, or visit to a foreign country even more enjoyable.

Best Motorcycle Checklist – Must Haves For Long Distance Rides + How To Pack Motorcycle Luggage And Saddlebags

A list of all the must-have items that you absolutely MUST pack on long distance motorcycle rides. Plus, clever tips for packing things in the saddlebags on your motorcycle, and the best motorcycle luggage that is lightweight and fits on the back of your bike.

My Review Of The 2 Best Travel Pillows: 1) Memory Foam Inflatable Neck Pillow 2) My Pillow Travel-size

What makes the best travel pillow is different for everyone. I actually have 2 favorite travel pillows — one I’ve used for over 10 years, and the other is a popular pillow with a very famous brand name. My review highlights the pros and cons of each, plus similar travel pillows worth trying.

What’s The Best Baby Hiking Backpack? My Review Of The Osprey Poco AG Plus Child Carrier vs. The Kelty Pathfinder 3.0 Hiking Baby Carrier

As a stay-at-home mom of a toddler, it’s easy for the walls of our home to close in on us if we don’t make the effort to get out. So we’ve taken up hiking. One thing that I’ve learned… hiking with a toddler requires a good hiking baby carrier!

Hiking With Baby: How To Find Hiking Trails That Are Baby-Friendly (And Dog-Friendly) + Tips For Exploring Nature With Your Toddler

I highly recommend starting the love of nature early with your baby! I usually hit the hiking trail with my son on my back and my 2 dogs by my side. Here’s a list of all the essentials you’ll need to hike with your baby without weighing yourself down. All of my best tips for hiking with baby…

Baby Beach Gear: The Ultimate Packing List For Baby’s First Time At The Beach

Taking baby to beach soon? See what I packed for my son’s first trip to the beach. My list of must-have baby beach gear… the absolute necessities to pack!

Canadian Passport Application Requirements: Here’s How To Apply For A Canadian Passport For A Child While Living In The US + The Benefits Of Dual Citizenship

My son is a Canadian citizen by descent — because I was born in Canada. Applying for his U.S. passport was relatively easy. But when it came to his Canadian passport, my first attempt at his application was denied. See why. Plus, how to apply for a Canadian passport for a child while living in the U.S.

Before You Apply For Your Baby’s Canadian Passport, Here’s How To Submit The Application For Canadian Citizenship Certificate

Our baby was born in the U.S. – which makes him an American Citizen automatically and Canadian Citizen by descent. We’ve already applied for and received his U.S. infant passport. The next step is to apply for our baby’s Canadian Citizenship Certificate to prove his citizenship — which is a document required to acquire his Canadian Passport. Here’s how to complete the Application For Canadian Citizenship Certificate.

Baby’s First Passport: Here’s How To Get A U.S. Child Passport + My Review Of The Process

The process of applying for a U.S. Child Passport was super easy for us! Here’s everything you need to get your baby’s first passport — all of the documents you will need to apply for before you can get a U.S. Child Passport, and how to do it. Plus baby passport photo tips, and last-minute reminders before you head to the local office to get an infant passport.

Motorcycle Road Trip Packing: 20 Things You Might Not Think To Pack

Planning a long motorcycle road trip soon? We take at least 2 cross-country motorcycle trips each year. I try to pack light and still have all the items we could possibly need for motorcycle travel. Take it from me… here are 20 things that people typically wouldn’t think of packing for a motorcycle road trip — but you should!

Best Motorcycle Maps, Apps & Tips For Planning Your Own Long Distance Rides

We love taking long-distance motorcycle rides. Here are all the best motorcycle maps and motorcycle apps that we use. See how to create custom maps for your own motorcycle trips using Google Maps. Plus, my thoughts on motorcycle map holders and tips for reading maps while you’re on the bike.

Jennifer Lawrence Breaks The Taboo Of ‘Women Peeing Standing Up’… Because When You Gotta Go, You Gotta Go!

Say what? A female urination device? You’ve got to be kidding! Nope, I’m not. A pee funnel is popular with actresses, brides, and female outdoor enthusiasts. I bet you’ve said, ‘If only I could pee standing up!’ at least once. Try a pee funnel like Jennifer Lawrence did. It’s quicker, easier, and cleaner.

Should You Buy The Optional Rental Car Insurance? Here’s Why You Might Not Need It

Do you really need rental car insurance? You know they’re going to try to sell it to you at the counter right? Here are reasons you should purchase car rental insurance and when it’s not necessary.

Travelling Alone? Best Tips, Websites, And Apps To Experience Rewarding Solo Vacations

Solo travel is on the rise — most of us have started a bucket list and we’ve got places to go and people to see! Traveling alone can be super rewarding. Plus it’s easy and safe these days — when you follow a few simple tips. If you’re planning some solo vacations, here are some great websites, apps, and tips to help you get ready.

How Toll Passes & Prepaid Toll Programs Like EZ Pass & SunPass Save Time & Money When You’re Driving On Toll Roads

Info about toll road discounts. Plus a list of each state’s prepaid toll program. See how & where you can use EZ Pass, SunPass, and other toll passes.

Minimalist Motorcycle Packing Checklist – From A Couple That Does A Lot Of Motorcycle Touring Across The U.S.

We travel for months at a time on our Harley. See what we pack & how we pack it. Our best motorcycle packing tips for multi-day motorcycle touring vacations.

How To Learn A New Language: 6 Clever (And Fun) Ways To Learn A Language Fast!

Need to learn a new language fast? Foreign language books are helpful, but boring. Here are 6 unique ways to learn a language AND have fun at the same time!

Travel Insurance: 6 Reasons Why It’s Essential For Expensive Trips And Traveling Abroad

Travel insurance is a must when traveling for business or vacation. But sometimes people want to skip it to save money. Top reasons to buy travel insurance!

Motorcycle Helmet Hair Tips & Tricks

I’ve got issues — like helmet hair. Soon after getting a new motorcycle, I realized that I would need to figure out a way to keep my bangs from sneaking out from under my helmet and slapping me in the face throughout the entire ride. Worse than that… all of the flyaways that refuse to stay tucked up underneath the helmet actually feel like sharp knives when they’re hitting your face at high speeds! Here are the best motorcycle hair solutions I’ve found!

Before You Go On A Long Distance Motorcycle Ride… Things You Must Consider

If you’re planning a long-distance motorcycle ride in the near future, then you’ll appreciate these tips which we compiled after taking multi-day trips on our Harley. In addition to packing the bare necessities listed on our basic motorcycle checklist, these things are worth considering as well.

How To Prepare & Pack For Your First Long Distance Motorcycle Ride – Things We Learned Firsthand

We have been packing for a motorcycle trip every 2 months since we got our first Harley-Davidson motorcycle. We didn’t waste any time before we planned our first long-distance motorcycle trip on our new Harley. Our first 4-day motorcycle trip was from Middle Tennessee to East Tennessee and North Carolina. We rode a number of motorcycle loops near the Tail Of The Dragon. This is our best motorcycle checklist for long-distance trips over several days.

How To Travel With No Credit Card… I Did It!

Are you concerned about taking a vacation with no credit card? In spite of the fact that many people have a bad history with credit cards and have accumulated a bunch of debt, most insist that they can’t part with them ‘because they are needed for travel.’ Believe it or not, you do NOT need a credit card to travel! Here are some traveling tips and how I took a 10-day trip, booked an airline tickets, hotel rooms, and rental cars with no credit card.