Lifestyle

All articles about food, home, lifestyle, anything that involves my daily life and routine will fall under this category.

11 Slovenian Words with Hilarious Literal English Translations

After living in Slovenia for a few years and stumbling through the language horribly, I can now safely share this ridiculous list of words I have been saving in the notes folder on my phone. This list is for Slovenian words that have amusing or interesting literal English translations. If you are learning Slovenian don’t …

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8 Reasons Why You Should Travel Locally and Ideas For Your Next Adventure

Looking for a way to travel more in 2021 while supporting your local community? Look no further. This article will discuss 8 reasons why it is better to travel locally (they are difficult to argue with!) and give you 6 suggestions and ideas to help inspire your next local adventure. Listen to an episode of …

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Why Supporting Local Tourism is More Important Than Ever Before

I have been avoiding writing about this topic explicitly, but it would be insincere to not address the pandemic in the room. I believe that as a travel writer that I have a responsibility to share not only the best travel tips and destinations but to inform my readers about current policies, trends, or world …

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17 Sustainability Tips that Save You Money for More Travel

With everyone shoving new eco-friendly and green products in your face it just feels like they cost you more money. I want to share 17 sustainability tips that will save you money. Saving money is great for many reasons, but for the wanderlust, it means more travel! If you are new to sustainability and the …

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How to Travel More Sustainably in 2020

Travel is a massively growing industry which is amazing because travel becomes more accessible but it also can negatively impact the environment. I want to share some tips on how to travel more sustainably. Sustainable travel is travel that is mindful of the social, economic, and of course, environmental impacts and reducing negative influences. There …

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Learning How to Make Potica and other Slovenian Easter Traditions

One of my favorite parts of traveling and living abroad is learning about new holiday traditions. Whether it is new traditions for familiar holidays or entirely new holidays! Easter traditions in Slovenia are vibrant and some have become iconic to the country. I wanted to share my personal experiences over the holiday weekend and pair …

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