Luxury Minimalist Traveler

10/11/2024

super friendly checkout attendant at Whole Foods and I had a nice convo about our hokas. we both value shoes with a wide toe box. they are great for travel and women who are on their feet throughout the day!! easy to get them on sale if you are patient 🥰

We spoke with six nurses to find out what walking shoes they recommend for travelers to pack for comfort, support, and versatility. Read on for the 10 nurse-approved, comfortable shoes from New Balance, Hoka, Asics, and more, starting at $60.

08/11/2024

08/11/2024

New Balance pour moi!!!!! One of the best travel and everyday lifestyle sneaker🥰🥰

07/11/2024

[...In the early 20th Century, when legendary Danish designer Arne Jacobsen said, "Architecture is not just about creating buildings; it's about shaping the environment and enhancing people's lives," it was theoretical. A century later, Hoffman is leading curious designers and architects like me on walking tours around Nordhavn...]

Copenhagen's once-industrial port has been planned to make everything – from schools and play areas to businesses and recreational spaces – accessible within five minutes.

07/11/2024

Ladies, be cautious of women who are laying the blame of Trump's comeback win on white women, saying things like "white women continue to vote against their best interest".

Not only is that an arrogant thing to say, it is false. You know what it looks like to vote against your best interest? When YOUR demographic gives 90%+ of one-sided loyalty and support to one party, election year after election year, expecting better treatment, demanding nothing in return, getting little to NOTHING in return, and then complaining that others don't do them same.

You look batsh!t crazy!!! That is insanity. White women are not the insane ones, you (the black women who do this) are.

Keep your distance from them. These next 4 years they will expect you to mule and slave even harder.

Absolutely not. You have given enough.

Switch gears and focus on Self.

Plan out the next 4 years of travel adventures, domestic and overseas. Where have you always wanted to visit? What are are favorite foods? why not travel to the motherland of that cuisine? Do you have a favorite band? Yes, you can see them in your town OR you can go to another state and see them and make a fun trip out of it. As we've seen with Taylor Swift tickets (see my TikTok posts), sometimes its actually less expensive to travel to another country to see your favorite musician perform.

What we are NOT going to do over the next 4 years is continue to give our Lifeforce away to people/entities who don't value it. Walk. Away. You dont owe them any more of your time.

This is the best time for solo travel! I planned most of my trips on my own and some I sought the help of travel advisors. If you can't do it alone, never be afraid to ask for help (link in the comments).

These next 4 years are going to be a fun ride!

07/11/2024

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With Trump headed back to the Oval Office, travel industry leaders from across the globe discuss how the former president's re-election may impact travel.

07/11/2024

I see ALOT of fear mongering going on in online travel spaces, especially content targeting black women.

Black women, you are in no more danger today than you were last night. CHILL OUT!!
Do not let fear be the reason you leave the United States.

There are plenty of lovely communities in the US and YES abroad as well. It does not have to be either or.

Take your time. Travel to different countries and get a feel for the people, culture, food, environment, etc.

Do not let content creators, influencers, celebrities, etc keep you in a state of stress and anxiety. Stop consuming so much social media, cable news, and go outside!! The world, including the US is not as scary as the online world would have you believe. Trump or Harris, you can still thrive and prosper. I believe many of us can and will prosper under President Trump.

What are y'alls travel plans for this late Fall and Winter season? Will you be exploring your city, will you be visiting another state or country? Let me know!🥰🥰

If you need help planning your next or FIRST solo trip, head over to my website for assistance! how exciting! THESE are exciting times! best Believe that.😍🤑

https://www.luxuryminimalistraveler.com/travel-planning

06/11/2024

Lots of exciting changes (potentially) coming to the travel space under this Trump Administration!!

Donald Trump is going to get another crack at the White House after a four-year break that saw the travel industry boom. What comes next? Skift breaks it down.

30/10/2024

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Airlines in the United States are now required to give passengers cash refunds if their flight is significantly delayed or canceled, even if that person does not explicitly ask for a refund. https://cnn.it/4e7GZ7I

08/04/2024

It can be fun and a bit overwhelming trying to decide which hotel you're booking for your next trip. I hope this video is helpful. Here are a few elements I look for in a luxury hotel❤️❤️:

What makes a hotel luxurious or exceptional? Here are a few of the elements I look for before I make my hotel reservation.Luxury experiences are truly unique...

03/03/2024

For my last minute spring break planners and those looking for summer travel ideas, consider visiting California's Central Coast this year :)

Escape the crowds and discover the hidden gem of Monterey Peninsula on California's Central Coast! Let's explore why this coastal paradise is the ultimate sp...

13/02/2024

Fellow Hikers coming to AZ!!!! This time of year, bring your waterproof boots/shoes, or something waterproof to cover your shoes/boots. I am testing out waterproof shoe covers and will provide suggestions soon. Soggy shoes and wet feet in the winter are not ideal lol. Stay warm and dry🥰

**Attention Hikers coming to Southern Arizona** Are you ready for breathtaking landscapes of Southern Arizona, where rugged trails lead to awe-inspiring vistas, hidden waterfalls, and encounters with desert flora and fauna? Whether you're a seasoned hiker seeking a challenge, a hiking newbie, or a n...

02/02/2024

Even as a single woman, I love reading articles like this. Your life and identity should not end after marriage and children. I have met many married and single women during my travels who live life on their terms, not how society has told them to, and they encouraged me to do the same.

What are your thoughts on solo travel and marriage? Can marriages survive and/or thrive if each person is pursuing their passsions, especicially if travel is their passion?❤️

Retired women especially are planning more trips away from their significant others.

24/01/2024

Do you agree with the top pick?? Based on my time in Vancouver and Montreal, sure. HOWEVER since the "great panini", areas like Vancouver's Chinatown I would NEVER explore alone, day or night *shudders*...

Travel insurance provider Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection released its annual report ranking the safest countries in the world for travelers.

23/01/2024

https://www.facebook.com/100064494802168/posts/794762009350285/?app=fbl

The service will begin on May 23, about two months before the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.
https://azfamily.tv/4b3VOIj

23/01/2024

Happy New Year y'all! Happy January! I hope you are all well.

Any travel goals/plans for 2024?!?

One of mine is to share more travel content consistently!

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Let's start off with briefly talking about my new favorite "airport hotel", Tempe Mission Palms in the Phoenix Metro Area (AZ) 🌴

Rooftop Views? YES!
Complementary Shuttle to/from Sky Harbor airport? YES!
Friendly and accommodating staff? YES!
Hyatt Globalist recognition? YES!
Gluten Free and Vegan Breakfast Offerings? YES!
Nearby Hiking Trail? YES!
Lightrail Close by? YES!
Plenty of restaurants just steps from the hotel? YES!

I can go on and on.

I do really like the other Hyatt properties in PHX (Hyatt House and Hyatt Place Scottsdale, Royal Palms), but the location of TMP is great for my current travel needs and getting around the Valley (good Lord traffic is something else in PHX sigh!)

Do you have a favorite hotel in your neck of the woods?!? Do Tell🤓🧐🥺

(video tour of junior suite; i have also stayed in their 1 bedroom suite, both are fine by me, but I actually prefer the junior suite 😋)