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We have a new video about taking our tiny camper to Northern California!
22/06/2025

We have a new video about taking our tiny camper to Northern California!

We took our 1983 vintage tiny camper 800 miles from Los Angeles to the Redwood Coast… and barely survived the journey.This one-of-a-kind 1983 Ashford square ...

18/06/2025

5 Egypt Travel Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Before Going! 🇪🇬✨ (SAVE for later)

Ready to explore Egypt like a pro? These tips will help you avoid rookie mistakes and make your trip way smoother! 🌍✨

✨ 1. Bring small bills.
You’ll need them more often than you think, especially for tipping (aka baksheesh). Almost everyone you encounter will ask for a tip, so keep a stash of small bills handy for those unexpected moments. Trust me, it makes a difference! 💸

✨ 2. Toilet paper isn’t guaranteed.
Not all restrooms are stocked with the basics. Sometimes, people even remove the toilet paper from the bathroom and ask for baksheesh to give you some! Carry your own supply of TP and hand sanitizer to stay prepared. 🚻🧻

✨ 3. Dress modestly, even at tourist sites.
You might be on vacation, but Egypt is still a conservative country. Covering your shoulders and knees will help you blend in and avoid unwanted attention, plus it shows respect for local customs when visiting iconic spots like the pyramids. 👗🧕

✨ 4. Uber is safer and cheaper than taxis.
Cairo’s traffic can be a nightmare, but Uber makes it easy to avoid overpriced taxis. Plus, it's way safer—use it to get around without the hassle of haggling with taxi drivers. 🚖✨

✨ 5. Don’t drink tap water.
Even the locals steer clear of tap water, so play it safe and stick to bottled water. It’s worth the investment to avoid stomach issues during your trip! 💧🚫

📢 Save this for your Egypt trip ✈️ Drop a 🐫 if it's on your list! 👇

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13/06/2025

✈️ Nervous flyer? These 6 tips actually help.

As a flight attendant, I’ve seen it all—and I promise you're not the only one gripping the armrest during takeoff.

Here are 6 practical tips that make flying way less scary (none of that “just breathe” fluff 😅):
Fly earlier for smoother skies

Sit over the wings for less bounce

Avoid caffeine + alcohol

Tell the crew you’re nervous (we got you!)

Download something calming

Bring noise-canceling headphones

Save this for your next trip—and send it to your nervous flyer friend 💛

👉 Part 2 coming soon!

19/05/2025

SHARE this with your road trip partner 🛣️

I will 1000% always drive out of my way to take a more scenic route 👍🏻

I often even build more time into my trips so I can do just that ⌛

📍 Red Canyon, Utah
📍 Mount Rushmore, South Dakota
📍 Western New York
📍 Washington State
📍 Iceland
📍 New Hampshire

What's the prettiest road you've ever seen? Let me know in the comments! 💙

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