How to Plan a Trip in 2 Hours or Less

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Anastasia Hansen • 6 Comments

*Complete title of this post should really be: How to Plan a Trip in 2 Hours or Less While using Free Wifi in the Airport an Hour Before Your Flight Takes off Before your Final Destination I’m not a procrastinator, but since I travel so much (no, really I spend 90% of my days on … Continue reading →

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How to Survive a Mardi Gras Ball Weekend in Baton Rouge

Posted on February 21, 2017 by Anastasia Hansen • 7 Comments

Louisiana is a familiar destination for most Houstonians. It’s a quick drive (relatively speaking in terms of the size of Texas) and filled with exciting things like casinos, crawfish, gators and, of course Mardi Gras. This past weekend I made my way to Baton Rouge for a Mardi Gras Ball with my boyfriend and some … Continue reading →

How to Travel Alone (Without Investing in a Selfie Stick)

Posted on November 3, 2016 by Anastasia Hansen • 4 Comments

I’m a big traveler. Traveling is in my blood. Not only am I the fourth generation in my family to have visited all the states in the US, but my (many) passports have been stamped by countries across South America, Europe, Australia and more. Generally, I travel with my family or friends but as of … Continue reading →

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How to Spend 24 Hours in Hoboken, New Jersey

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Anastasia Hansen • Leave a comment

Your friends who moved to “New York City” but actually live in New Jersey aren’t necessarily living a lie. New Jersey is so much more than the Jersey Shore. Everything is walkable (and New Jersey locals walk just as damn fast). Newark is only a 20 minute cab ride away (and they have Uber pool … Continue reading →

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The Pros and Cons of an All-Inclusive Resort

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Natalie Harms • 5 Comments

I know what everyone is thinking: All inclusive? WHERE’S THE BAD!? But everyone has different vacation priorities. I’m typically a go-go-go adventurer. I want to see every part of Boston, leave no stone unturned in San Francisco, take all the photos in Austin, eat everything in San Diego, play tourist in D.C., and, well, you get … Continue reading →

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A Houstonian’s Guide to: Boston in 48 Hours

Posted on June 10, 2016 by Natalie Harms • 6 Comments

I know we usually do one-day posts, but…. GUYS, I couldn’t do it. I could NOT do Boston in 24 hours. I couldn’t narrow it down to JUST one day of activities. I had an absolute ball in Boston and I’m just going to go ahead and break the 24 hour trend. BECAUSE I’M AN … Continue reading →

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A Houstonian’s Guide to: Baton Rouge in 24 Hours

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Natalie Harms • 3 Comments

When it’s not football season, Baton Rouge is a sleepy college town, which is the complete opposite of my actual college town (aka Houston, so, yeah). There’s one strip of bars, LSU campus, the capitol of Louisiana, and the Mississippi. That’s Baton Rouge. I trekked down I10 (BTW, for 5.5 miserable hours) for a wedding, … Continue reading →

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24 Hours in Charleston– Perfect Spring Weekend Getaway!

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Anastasia Hansen • 2 Comments

Situated on the Atlantic Coast, Charleston is one of America’s oldest cities. Charleston is brimming with southern culture, beach goers, bachelorette parties, and boatloads of history. I’ve spent several weekends there and here’s my recommendations on how to spend the best 24 hours in Charleston: Morning at a Carolina Beach Wake up and head to the … Continue reading →

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How to Spend 24 Hours in Toronto, Canada

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Anastasia Hansen • 2 Comments

Toronto, known as the Chicago of Canada, is home to Drake, Tim Horton’s, the Maple Leafs, and some of the friendliest people on earth, eh. Have only 24 hours? Here’s how you should spend it while running through the #6ix. Pro tip: Dress the part! Toronto is a totally walkable city so be sure to wear … Continue reading →

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A Houstonian’s Guide: San Diego in 24 Hours

Posted on February 6, 2016 by Natalie Harms • 2 Comments

No matter the season, San Diego is one of the most beautiful cities in America. Literally it could be like -4 degrees in the Midwest, and San Diego people are surfing in the 85-degree sunshine. So, it’s kind of like Houston, but more predictable. I first went to San Diego about 8 years ago, and … Continue reading →