15 Things to Do in Milan: Perfect For Your First Trip

Milan is Italy’s second-largest city. But you don’t hear much about it when planning a trip to Italy. Rome, Florence, and Venice overshadow it. There are so many cities in Italy. What can you do in Milan? Is it worth visiting? Yes!  It took me several trips before I landed here. I wish I hadn’t…

Jami standing in the Masai Mara - the savannah stretches in the background

What to Pack on a Safari: 21 Things to Bring and 5 to Leave

Safaris are incredible! I’ve been on four in three countries (plus a mini tigerfish fishing trip in Zimbabwe). I’ll never forget packing for my first safari. Whenever I looked at a blog, I saw khaki cargo pants, green and white shirts, and big boots. I don’t usually wear these things. Plus, while I’m not going…

A woman in tan pants and black tank top holds on to the side of a JW Marriott Masai Mara safari jeep.

The Best Luggage for A Safari (and Why)- 4 Options

If you’re headed on a safari and your tour operator or flight has a luggage restriction, I’ve got you covered. I’ve been on four safaris in three different countries. It’s not unusual to have a weight restriction on your luggage or to be required to bring soft-sided luggage for a small plane.  Finding the best…

Taking a picture from a safari jeep

What to Wear on a Safari: With a Downloadable Packing List

I’ve been on four safaris in 3 different countries. But I’ll never forget trying to figure out what to wear on a safari for my first safari trip. I’ve never found more conflicting packing advice. When you add in the luggage limits, it becomes even more stressful. I consulted locals and looked at Google images…