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How To Pack For Winter in Vietnam
I returned from the trip of a lifetime in Vietnam, experiencing very different weather in each town. Here is how I packed for it.
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A Budget Friendly Girls Trip To Las Vegas
My college girlfriends and I just got back from a girls trip to Las Vegas! We are a group of 5 girls on a budget, with one of…
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A Nashville Local’s Recommendations and Perfect Weekend Itinerary
I have officially lived in Nashville, Tennessee for a year now! It has been so much fun exploring and continuing to find new favorite spots. For all of…
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An American’s Experience at The Most Portuguese Carnival in Torres Vedras
Portugal’s most Portuguese Carnival in Torres Vedras is the perfect place for travelers to get an authentic and exciting festival experience without losing traditions to mainstream chaos. As…
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How I Planned My First Solo Trip in Portugal
Last week I went on the adventure of a lifetime that is a solo trip in Portugal! I have dreamed of being a solo traveler since I was…
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How Much I Spent For A Long Weekend Visiting Friends In Charleston
On my most recent trip, I really enjoyed exploring off King Street and getting to spend more time at local spots that my friends love now that they…
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10 Steps To Have A Seamless Day On The Slopes
Winter sports are intimidating because of their upfront expenses, needed gear, and require a bit of set up before actually getting on the mountain. Once you make it…
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The Urban Bourbon Trail and Local Spots in Lexington and Louisville.
I just got back from a week long work trip in Kentucky where I split time between Lexington and Louisville. Making the most of a business trip is…
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How To Make The Most of Your Business Trip
I’ve spent the last week on business travel and really enjoyed it! A business trip can be draining, but it is important to do things for yourself on…
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Monthly Roundup: September in Nashville
A list of everything I did and my favorite places in Nashville since moving here! Entertainment The Nashville Sounds Baseball I went to a game on a Monday…
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What I Learned From My First Week of Business Travel
It is travel season for University of South Carolina admissions representatives! Here are some tips I learned from my second week on the road.
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Greetings From Nashville!
Quick update about my life post grad- new job, new city, new everything.
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Post Graduation Anxiety & My Future Plans
Opening up about why graduation makes me so anxious and what my next steps are.
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Answers To A First-Time Cruiser’s Questions
This spring break, my friends and I took the Carnival Cruise to the Bahamas! Although I am a confident traveler with lot’s of experience, I’d be lying if…
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How Much Does A Carnival Cruise Actually Cost?
Carnival Cruises seem like a cheap spring break option but what is the total cost after all of the individual packages and fees?
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Where To Stay When You Come Visit University of South Carolina
If you are visiting University of South Carolina and want to know where to stay, here are the hotels I recommend!
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How To Find The Best Dorm For You: University of South Carolina
The housing application is open which means that it is time to find out which is the best dorm for you to live in your freshman year!
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5 Fun Reasons You Will Love The San Antonio Rodeo
Let’s Rodeo San Antonio! My little Claire and I went to visit her family in San Antonio for the rodeo & Carly Pearce concert this past weekend. We…
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The Best Decisions I Made In College
I have a few months of college left and have been thinking about what are some of my best decisions I made in college that affected the trajectory…
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Six Days of Culture and Adventure in St. Lucia
Each time I travel I discover a new slice of paradise. My newest slice of paradise is the best of both worlds, the lush mountains and pristine beaches…
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Photography Packages
Welcome! Photography has been a passion of mine since middle school where I got my first point and shoot camera. I taught myself how to use a DSRL…
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Girls Trip to Charleston, South Carolina
One of the blessings of being a student at University of South Carolina is the ability to go to so many fun cities for weekend trips. Throughout college,…
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Getting Out of My Head and Getting Outdoors
Just when I needed a break and change of environment, my friends and I went to Crested Butte, Colorado for fall break.
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A Guide to Your First Gamecock Gameday
This week is the first football game for University of South Carolina against Georgia State! If you are a freshman at UofSC and are feeling overwhelmed by the…
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College House Tour
My senior year will be my second year living in my townhome. I highly recommend finding a place you like and staying there because moving is such a…
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Honest Advice About Sorority Recruitment From A Senior
I think the last time I wrote about sorority recruitment was when I was a freshman with no clue what was going on, and then again as a…
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University of South Carolina Gameday Outfits
AHHHHHHHH I am getting so excited to go back to school and be with my friends for game days!! I decided to channel my energy into giving yall…
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My College Apartment Wishlist
Time to move back in to my college house! I am super lucky because I already have furniture, kitchen supplies and decor all set up from living there…
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Study Abroad In Italy VLOG
I am obsessed with documenting my trip and I’m not sure you will ever hear the end of it. Not only have I been writing and photographing along…
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What Kind Of Traveler Am I?
The summer of 2022 is my last summer before getting a full time job and arguably my last free summer ever. I decided to take advantage of this…
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11 Things To Do In Crested Butte In The Summer
I always thought of Crested Butte, Colorado as a winter destination because of the incredible skiing. However, in the summer it is just as popular and known as…
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When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Limoncello.
Everyone is familiar with the saying when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. Well in Italy, the saying replaces lemonade with the traditional liquor shot, limonchello. This…
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Final Week In Florence
Wow, five weeks flew by fast. I spent my last week studying for exams and soaking it all in. Things I’ve Done Cooking Classes This week was my…
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A Relaxing Weekend In Lake Como and Switzerland
Our last weekend trip in Lake Como and Lugano, Switzerland was tough to get to but very relaxing once we were there. To get to Lake Como we…
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Study Abroad In Florence: Week 4 Reflection
My last full week in Florence was action packed! I’m so happy I got to do so many of my bucket list items such as stay in a…
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Is Rome Overrated?
I traveled to Rome for the weekend and here is what I loved about it, and what I didn’t love.
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Study Abroad In Florence: Week Three Reflection
Week three is when I have officially gotten settled and immersed in the culture, here’s all the things I did!
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How We Planned An Affordable Long Weekend In Cinque Terre
How to organize and plan a long weekend trip to Cinque Terre.
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Study Abroad In Florence: Week Two Reflection
Recap on everything I did during my second week of study abroad in Florence!
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Our Weekend In Venice, Venetian Islands, and Verona
Everything we did during our first weekend of travel to Venice, Venetian Islands and Verona.
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Study Abroad in Florence: Week One Reflection
Everything that I have done my first week in Florence from fun activities, restaurants, bars and my takeaways.
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What To Pack For A Month In Italy
Ciao! I am finally settled into Italy after a week of being here and I want to share with you what I packed for my trip. Of course,…
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How To Prepare For Your Trip Abroad
I can’t believe that I leave for my study abroad trip in less than a week! I am so excited but also quite nervous trying to make sure…
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What You Need To Know Before Going To The Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky is known as the greatest two minutes in sports. Here are some of my tips if you…
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Twelve Things That I am Loving Lately
Get a glimpse into my life by reading about my 12 favorite things recently.
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How To Find The Study Abroad Program Right For You
Welcome to the first blog in my study abroad series! Throughout my study abroad, I want to write about my process of planning, preparing and exploring. Let’s begin…
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How I Healed My Painful Bloating
My story on how I advocated for my health to find healing for my painful bloating.
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A Letter to Juniors in High School, From a Junior in College
A letter from a junior in college to calm your nerves, share in your excitement, and remind you what’s important.
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Where To Get Your Gamecock Merch When You Come Tour Campus
Here’s a list of my favorite places to shop for gamecock apparel.
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Where You Should Watch The Super Bowl In Columbia, SC
Excited for the Super Bowl this Sunday? Me too! Not necessarily for the football but for the great food and spending time with friends. If you are looking…
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Settling Back Into College Life
Just when you finally got adjusted to living at home over winter break, it’s time to move back to campus. If you struggle with feeling settled, making campus…
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Cheers To The New Year, 2020! Or 2022 I Mean…
Let’s talk about my biggest takeaway from 2021 and my vision for 2022
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I’m Proud of You.
Hi, I have something I want to say. I am proud of you. Genuinely. You have come so far since I first met you. This is something I…
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My Highlight Reel: The Last Six Months
It’s about time I write again and share a glimpse into my life and the exciting things I have been up to recently.
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Habits That Keep Me From Spiraling Into Depression
Spring semester has been crazy between work and play, it’s been hard to keep my mental health stable. Here are my habits that prevent burnout
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How To Paint A College Cooler That Doesn’t Suck
Painting a cooler is a fun part of the college experience, and here is how to efficiently make an awesome cooler that everyone will love.
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The College Girl’s Guide To Finances
Are you totally lost when it comes to finances and budgeting? I was too. Here are 7 steps you can take to improve your finances in college.
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Charleston Day Trip On A College Student Budget
Day trips to Charleston are extremely fun for long weekends, but what can you do on a college student’s budget? Here are some tips!
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The Best Eats In Columbia, SC
Columbia, South Carolina is really starting to feel like home for me so I decided to write about my favorite restaurants in the city (so far)!
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Winter Travel Guide To Crested Butte, Colorado
Traveling to Colorado soon? Here is a Crested Butte winter guide with all of the activities you can do and great places to eat!
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Why You Should Shift Your Mindset To Working Out For Wellness
Why do you workout? To fit into your jeans? Or are you truly wellness focused for the improvement of your mind and body? Be honest.
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5 Things You Need To Include In Your Vision Board
I’m a really visual person, and vision boards are my favorite way of planning out my goals. I have gone through a lot of change in my mindset…
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Words You Need To Hear After This Year
Everyone is in agreement that 2020 was a really difficult year: whether you dealt with illness, heartbreak, lost your job, or all of the above. As we wrap…
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How To Put Together Charcuterie Boards + Inspiration
Charcuterie boards are basically fancy snacks, and they are so fun to assemble. Here is what I put on mine, and some other inspiration!
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20 Christmas Gift Ideas For College Girls At Every Price Range
Looking for a gift for a college girl? Here are 20 trending and fun Christmas gifts ranging from $5 to $100+
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What To Expect at A Socially-Distanced Football Game
It is football season! Here is what to expect for University of South Carolina Football games during the pandemic.
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How I Stay Organized With Online Classes
Online classes have been super difficult this semester so I am sharing my top 3 tips that I have found really helpful to stay organized.
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Why You Should Rush A Sorority As A Sophomore
I dropped rush my freshman year and after lots of debating I decided to rush again as a sophomore. Here is why I think you should too.
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It’s My Blog’s One Year Anniversary!
This month marks my 1 year annivesary with my blog so I am going to share all I have learned in this past year!
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Things You Need To Pack For College But Will Most Likely Forget
I want to provide you with a list of things that I forgot to pack when moving into my dorm. Sign up your email to get the FREE…
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The Best Face Wash For Broke College Students
Dear fellow broke college students, this is for you. If you are in need of a basic skincare routine, I got you! I want to share with you…
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Things No One Tells You About Sorority Recruitment
As many incoming college freshman are preparing for sorority recruitment, I want to share some things that no one told me before I went through rush. I did…
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University of South Carolina Tapestry’s and Stickers For Sale
I designed multiple University of South Carolina Tapesties and Stickers on Red Bubble so go check them out! Go Gamecocks baby!
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Creating The Perfect Class Schedule In College
Now this is a college student’s dream: The Perfect Class Schedule. You know, the one that doesn’t start until 10 am, is over by 3pm, and no class…
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How To Be Successful In Your College Internship
I am really excited to be writing about college internships because I am currently working as an intern for a Travel Partners and the Buckeye Cruise for Cancer…
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Tips For Moving Out Of Your Dorm
I wanted to share with you my best tips when it comes to moving out of your dorm in the spring! Key factors: organized packing and overhead car…
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5 Top Picnic Spots in Columbus, Ohio
Since the quarantine got extended, we find ourselves looking for more things to do outside because this nicer weather. This week is also National Travel and Tourism Week,…
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A Complete Guide To UofSC Freshman On Campus Housing
This post tells you everything you need to know about on campus housing at university of south Carolina including reviews and pictures of dorms!
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How To Make A Sugar Scrub In 5 Minutes
I surprised my friends in the mail with this super easy eucalyptus body scrub that I made in under 5 minutes. Here is how you can make it!
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Questions You Need To Ask Your Roommate Before Moving In!
If have decided your college, you are probably now looking at roommates! I have a list of questions that you need to ask your roommate before moving in!
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How To Make Fried Cookie Dough In An Air Fryer
Today I am writing about my favorite fair food, fried cookie dough! We recently got an air fryer because of the raving reviews we have heard, so I…
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What is The Best Laptop For College Students?
I bought a Dell Inspiron but used to have a MacBook Air and am going to tell you what is the best laptop for college students!
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How To Cook a Vegetable Packed Dinner That Doesn’t Suck
Quarantine 15 is real kids! I have been snacking so much out of boredom, ordering take out to support local businesses and baking so much. My family decided…
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Free Resources To Get You Through Self Quarantine
Self Quarantine is really difficult because it takes away your routine and forces you to stay inside. However, much of the community has come together and put out…
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5 Reasons You Will Love 5th Avenue In Naples
My family took a day trip to Naples where we spent hours shopping and eating on 5th Avenue in Naples. The area is so lively and wonderfully built.…
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How To Find Calm Among The Chaos Of The Corona Virus
If you are really anxious because of the chaos of the Corona Virus, read this to help you find moments of calm and include positivity in your life.
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Katy Bellotte’s Inspirational Keynote // Inspiration Series
This post is about YouTuber Katy Bellotte. She gave an inspirational keynote speech at University of South Carolina, and these are the highlights.
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5 Spring Break Ideas For College Students
Spring Break is fast approaching! I decided to write an article of spring break ideas for college students for all of those last minute planners out there. These…
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The Best Date Idea for Competitive Couples: Axe Throwing
Are you and your boo getting tired of dinner and a movie? Join the latest trend and go axe throwing! This unique experience is guaranteed to be something…
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75 Fun Things To Do in College Besides Party
This list has 75 different ideas of things you can do as a UofSC student in Columbia, SC specially, as well as fun ideas for college students to…
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Advice to High School Seniors & Juniors: 10 Things To Look For When Touring Colleges
My sister is a junior in high school and has begun touring colleges. Since I am a freshman in college, I have learned a few things and had…
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The Best Instagram-able Spots & Things To Do in NoDa Charlotte, NC.
If you are a photographer, you will die while walking around NoDa area of Charlotte, NC. Known as the art district, the NoDa is covered in wall murals…
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Style Your Bedroom with Art like Urban Outfitters Without the Price
Graphic Design is all of the rage these days when it comes to wall art and decor. Urban Outfitters is running the show, and serves as a great…
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5 Pieces of Equipment I Used To Transform My Travel Videos
Hi guys! I just took a trip to Mexico and have been dedicating lots of time on the trip to videographing the scenery and my family. My techniques…
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How to Cope With Anxiety on Family Reunions
My pretty pictures of my trip to Mexico did not tell the whole story. In fact, while the trip was incredibly planned, I did not find it relaxing…
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Reflect on 2019 With These Questions + My 2019 Highlights
The clock is ticking down to 2020! Reflect on 2019 with questions to help you appreciate how far you have come in just a year, and the relationships…
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How to Handle the Winter Break Blues When Coming Home From College
Once the excitement of the holiday ends, that’s when the boredom can hit. In effort to solve this, I am going to tell you how to stay productive…
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60 Travel Destinations, Experiences, and Life Goals that are on My Bucket List
Hey guys! I absolutely love making lists especially my bucket list. My bucket list is comprised of three categories, travel, experiences, and life goals. If you already have…
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The App That Will Save Christmas & Your Sanity
Do you find that Christmas shopping is chaotic? Do you never know what your family wants? Or what size and where to find it? Several years ago, I…
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Fun Gift Ideas For All of Your Loved Ones- On A Budget!
Happy Holidays everyone! The purpose of this post is to suggest gift ideas for both the males and females in your life from price ranges starting at $5…
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The Best Things To Do In Ireland
Hey guys! A couple years ago my family took a trip to London, UK and throughout Ireland during our spring break. I planned the trip (with the help…
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How To Study For Finals
Hey guys! Here are my tips for studying for finals based on the success I’ve experienced from the methods I used for my exams earlier in the semester.
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Happy Thanksgiving! Here is My Top Ten Things I’m Thankful For.
Hey ya’ll! If you know my dad, you know the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. So of course when it comes to around Thanksgiving time I…
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Everything You Need to Know About Disney+
All of the information you need to know about Disney Plus from the cost, to the must-see movies including reviews from college students who have tried it!
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My Top 4 Products for Thick, Curly Hair
Hey gals! This article is for the girls with the thick hair who feel like they’ve tried EVERYTHING, and nothing works (ugh). Try these four products, and your…
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Podcasts Every College Girl Needs
1) This podcast recommendation list has something for everyone, whether you like self-improvement, listening to crime stories, travel, gossip, or a little bit of positivity to start your…
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How To Rent A Car As An 18 Year Old
This post is all about the Enterprise CarShare Program that allows university students to rent cars even if they are below 21. I will be describing the process…
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5 Reasons Why University of South Carolina Has The Best First Year Experience
University of South Carolina was just ranked number one nationwide for Best First-Year Student Experience by U.S. News. Here is 5 reasons why I agree.
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5 Ways To Take A Beach Trip On A College Budget
This post is about my Fall Break trip to Myrtle Beach with my boyfriend. I have come up with 5 tips when it comes to planning a beach…
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Perfect Playlist For Your Fall Break Getaway
I made two playlists for college students who are vacationing on fall break whether with friends for a fast paced environment, or a relaxing beach trip.
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To Do Organizers!
Hey guys! I created some organizers because I love to write down all of the assignments and things I have to do. Feel free to print these out…
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DIY Game Day Shirts
In this post, I will be walking you through the steps of how to make two different t-shirts look cute for college football game day!
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3 reasons why I accepted a bid and 3 reasons I dropped before initiation
This post is about reasons why I wanted to join a sorority, but then why I decided it wasn’t for me.
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Why I hated sorority recruitment but stuck with it, and why you should too.
This post talks about all of the hard things I experienced during recruitment but why I feel that it was worth it!
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What to wear to sorority recruitment
This post is all about what I wore to recruitment and some other ideas I saw other girls wear when rushing a sorority. Hey y’all! It’s been 5…
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Dorm tour at University of South Carolina.
See the before and after of my dorm and everything in between!
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MUST HAVE: College Packing Tips to Make Move In Easier
This post is all about packing for college and essential tips that will make your move in day run smoothly. As you know, I love being prepared and…
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10 benefits that therapy gives college students
In this post I am going to reveal to you my top secret to staying sane during all of the stressful times of school, work, and friends.
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ABOUT ME
Get to know me and all of my hobbies, passions, and music taste.
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Super Important Post
Read my first blog post and why I started and what you should expect!
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Why the Scottish Highlands and Islands Are the Underrated Travel Destination You Need to Visit
My boyfriend and I just returned from an unforgettable adventure in the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Scotland is often an underrated travel destination, yet it offers some of…
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Discover a Quiet Escape Just Steps from Broadway in Nashville
Find a quiet escape just steps from Broadway at The Four Seasons Hotel Nashville. The hotel’s location is perfect for those who want to be in the action,…
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10 Days to Experience Authentic Vietnam: A Complete Travel Guide
Travel is about deep, enriching cultural experiences, adventure and the people. This is how to experience authentic Vietnam.
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