California

What It’s Like Living In Santa Barbara (From an Outsider’s Perspective)

I’ve lived in Santa Barbara for about a year now. I didn’t grow up here and a year certainly isn’t enough time for me to consider myself a local by any means, but I think I am equipped to share what life is like for an outsider in Santa Barbara. From fashion to things to… Continue reading What It’s Like Living In Santa Barbara (From an Outsider’s Perspective)

Travel

Packing Tips for 12 Days in One Carry-On

Twelve days. Two destinations. One carry-on. Can it be done? In just a few days, I’ll be jumping on a plane and heading to Las Vegas for four days! From there, I’m flying straight to sunny Maui, Hawaii for another 8 days. Luckily, these destinations are similar enough that the outfit requirements aren’t drastically different.… Continue reading Packing Tips for 12 Days in One Carry-On

France · Travel

Paris: Why Everything You Know is Wrong

Paris is an experience that is sort of hard to describe. There's a reason it is the backdrop of so many books and movies; it is the city for everyone. But a lot of tourists (American ones, at least) seem concerned they won't enjoy visiting because of the locals. Parisians in particular have gotten a… Continue reading Paris: Why Everything You Know is Wrong