Archive - Departure

Travel, A Baby, & the 95% Life

Motherhood, wanderlust, and the question of timing. Plus: Q4 credits to use, my favorite shoes are on sale, and a new stack of books.

Oct 15

Can Six European Cities in 12 Days Count as Slow Travel?

And: booking holiday travel, road trip inspiration, and three competitors to try. 👀

Oct 8

What makes the trip worth the spend?

Where to splurge, save, and the trade-offs to consider.

Published on Stacking Paper • Oct 2

Ask Me Anything: How I Afford Travel, The Best Group Trips, & NYC Must-Dos

Plus, famous homes you can rent, my long-haul must-haves, and joining a group for a debut solo trip.

Oct 1

September 2026

What I wish I knew about group trips when I first started traveling

You were added to the “Greece 2027” group chat—now what? Here’s everything to consider before you start booking that dreamy villa.

Published on Stacking Paper • Sep 25

How to Find Last-Minute Travel Deals That Are Actually Worth It

A handy guide for when you need to book a trip ASAP. Plus, a thrilling update and a new travel must-have.

Sep 24

How to thoughtfully budget for travel—and for the plot twist

A $123 excess baggage fee changed how I save for trips.

Published on Stacking Paper • Sep 22

How to Find the Next Naxos—Without Ruining It

How to approach up-and-coming destinations, a fun quiz that combines travel and reading, and a slow travel-inspired camera.

Sep 17

Most Women Are Burned Out—Do Recovery Retreats Actually Help?

How to make retreats worth it. Plus, a price savings tool for holiday flights, and the phone case I’ve used for 10 years.

Sep 10

Hawker Centers, Michelin Stars, $5 Meals: Your Guide to Singapore

This island deserves more than a layover.

Sep 3

August 2026

So You Want to Go Off the Beaten Path. How Do You Actually Do It?

A very fun interview and giveaway, a bunch of discounts, and exciting flight news for 2027.

Aug 27

$350 in Damages, $800 Tickets: The Do’s and Don’ts of Rental Cars

The guide you should read before you hop in the car, speaking from experience. Plus, the best cities for flight deals right now, and a timely life…

Aug 20

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