When I first started traveling again this time around, I thought that bringing a speaker along would be a waste of space. After all, I had my trusty earbuds and could always play music on my laptop or TV, right? But on a long weekend in Cozumel a friend brought a small bluetooth speaker along,…

Versatile, with excellent organization and compact style, the Heimplanet Transit Line Travel Pack 28L is my pick for best travel backpack. It’s great both for travel and daily carry. I probably spent way too much time researching backpacks, but I ended up with a good one. I’ve had my Transit Line 28L for over a…

2 years in, and my Yeti Crossroads 29″ Luggage is still holding up great. It’s a suitcase/duffel hybrid with abrasion-resistant material and rugged wheels, and the best checked bag option I have found. The 70/30 split clamshell design, zippered compartments, and pockets give good options for organization without being too restrictive. Why a Checked Bag?…

KUHL Renegade shorts are durable and made for being active. They are also styled well and don’t look like cargo shorts while still having several pockets. You can get waist sizes in increments of 1″, and there are 3 different lengths and a bunch of colors. They’re a bit on the pricey side, but worth…