Slowing right down. Taking it all in instead of rushing around. Staying longer and relaxing. Remember when you could travel and you weren't connected 24/7? When you had to fumble through awkward language barriers because Google translate didn't exist yet. When you needed a real map instead of your phone. When your phone wouldn't work,…
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Packing list for Canada by a Canadian
Here in Canada, we're known for our cold and hardy winters, but that doesn't mean everywhere is the same. I mean, we're a huge country spanning two oceans, the weather isn't going to be the same all over. It also doesn't mean you need mittens in July. Maybe September or October if the weather is…
Road Trip Packing Guide
Luxuriously Thrifty is part of the Amazon Affiliates program. Some photos in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. It is officially road trip season with this long weekend coming up and being stuck in a car for hours on…
5 Things you can do to Lower your Carbon Footprint While Traveling
While I preach green living and even how to travel more sustainably, it's not the most sustainable to be traveling, especially on long-haul flights. I honestly never really thought about it until recently. Traveling is something I have loved for years. I love just getting up and going somewhere new, I love planning a trip…
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What to do in Amsterdam Besides Drugs
Amsterdam is a really cool town filled with gorgeous architecture, culture, and awesome things to explore. It's also mainly known for legal weed and hookers. And, it's okay if you're going to Amsterdam for those things. But, if you're not, or if the smoke cloud clears and you find yourself looking for something else to…