The “shadow self” is the parts of ourselves that have been pushed down to the unconscious — the parts that we’re insecure about, ashamed of, or frustrated with and therefore repress. The concept of the shadow self is based on the notion that we figuratively bury those pieces of personality that we fear would not […]
See the Lavender Fields in Beautiful Provence, France
Don’t you just love it when something lives up to the image in your mind? As I walked through the Marseille airport it struck me that it had been ten years since I’d visited France. It was an impromptu idea that had come to me just a week prior: There are lavender fields in France. […]
Camping for Beginners: 9 Things to Know
Camping for the first time can be intimidating. Especially if you’re planning on going camping solo, the usual travel jitters can be multiplied just by thinking about how many details there are to consider. Just like any travel adventure, though, there are many ways to take your trip planning from good to great. The following […]
World Nomads vs. SafetyWing Travel Insurance in 2023
One of the most confusing and often frustrating parts of planning a trip is choosing travel insurance. As many find out, often when it’s too late, travel insurance companies are quite particular about what they include and exclude. Should you pick the cheapest option or just opt for whatever your travel credit card provides? Should […]
The Ultimate Oregon Road Trip
Oregon definitely earns its spot as one of the best road trips in the American West, as there’s so much to see both inland and on the coast. Driving through the state gives you the opportunity to see all its natural and manmade sights, but with the flexibility of a travel plan catered to your […]