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Ultimate carry-on packing guide
Ultimate carry-on packing guide

A fresh look at all the gear I use to pack super-light, and how I organize it all to stay sane throughout my trip.

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Travel TipsMegan Van GrollNovember 9, 2017packing tips, packing, packing for vacation, carry-on, luggage, travel gear
Yes, you can have a full time job and still see the world (here's how I do it)
Yes, you can have a full time job and still see the world (here's how I do it)

Since 2011, I've traveled to 40 cities in 17 countries, all while holding down a demanding full-time job.

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How ToMegan Van GrollNovember 5, 2017vacation days, paid time off, budget travel, travel budget, affordable travel
How to pack for winter travel (in a carry-on)
How to pack for winter travel (in a carry-on)

Bulkier clothing and extra layers means you have to be even more ruthless about what you bring.

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How To, Travel Advice, Travel TipsMegan Van GrollOctober 26, 2017travel clothing, winter, winter travel, packing for vacation, packing tips
6 reasons to fall in love with Portugal
6 reasons to fall in love with Portugal

Incredible food, wine, art and music - and at a fraction of the cost of a typical European vacation. (8 min. read)

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DestinationsMegan Van GrollOctober 22, 2017portugal, food, art, music
How to make the most of one week in Vietnam
How to make the most of one week in Vietnam

Vietnam is an incredibly diverse, fascinating country. If you only have a week, here's how to make the most of the experience. (7 min. read)

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Destinations, How ToMegan Van GrollJuly 18, 2017asia, vietnam, 1 week, food tour, museum, saigon, hanoi, street food
How I flew to Spain for $368 roundtrip
How I flew to Spain for $368 roundtrip

My not-so-secret source for ultra cheap flight deals.

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Travel TipsMegan Van GrollJanuary 5, 2017travel tips, budget travel, cheap travel, cheap flights
In defense of seeing the world through a camera lens
In defense of seeing the world through a camera lens

There are times to just be present. But sometimes the camera can help us think and see more creatively in new places. (8 min. read)

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Creativity, JournalMegan Van GrollDecember 29, 2016Travel Photography, travel photo, travel photography
Why you need to visit Mexico City ASAP
Why you need to visit Mexico City ASAP

Go there now, while people still think it's unsafe. (9 min. read)

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DestinationsMegan Van GrollDecember 29, 2016mexico, mexico city, food tour, street food, featured
7 last-minute gift ideas under $35 for ladies who love travel
7 last-minute gift ideas under $35 for ladies who love travel

Coming up short on gift ideas for a lady traveler (or travel lover) in your life? Looking for an extra stocking stuffer or two? Here are a few inexpensive ideas guaranteed to make women with #wanderlust smile on Christmas morning.

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Travel Advice, Travel TipsMegan Van GrollDecember 15, 2016
How I afford travel: Badass trips on a not-so-badass budget
How I afford travel: Badass trips on a not-so-badass budget

Many travel blogs are written by people who’ve sold all their possessions and have taken a huge plunge into the world of long-term travel. I'm not one of those people.

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Travel TipsMegan Van GrollJanuary 1, 2016featured
How to make this your most awesome year yet
How to make this your most awesome year yet

This New Year’s, ditch the resolutions. Instead, design your life. 

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Career AdviceMegan Van GrollDecember 23, 2015career design, goal setting
How to pack for a 2-week trip in a carry-on
How to pack for a 2-week trip in a carry-on

Because checking your bag is for the birds.

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Travel TipsMegan Van GrollMarch 1, 2015travel, travel hints, travel tips, packing for vacation, xx, traveltips
How I fly around the world for next to nothing
How I fly around the world for next to nothing

A step by step guide to maximizing your travel hacking plan.

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Travel TipsMegan Van GrollFebruary 1, 2015xx, travel, traveltips, travel hints, credit cards, reward flights, oneworld alliance, frequentflyer, frequent flyer, frequent flier miles, frequent flyer miles, travel hacking, traveler
A budget traveler's guide to Florence
A budget traveler's guide to Florence

Florence can be expensive - here's how not to blow your budget.

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DestinationsMegan Van GrollDecember 26, 2014budget travel, europe
The independent ladies' guide to solo travel
The independent ladies' guide to solo travel

The choices that push our boundaries and make us a little uncomfortable are usually the ones that reward us the most for taking them.

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Travel TipsMegan Van GrollDecember 20, 2014traveltips, xx, solo travel, solo trip, travel, travel addict, traveler, female travel, female traveler, solo female, solo female travel, independent woman, independent women, featured
How to enjoy Rome on a budget
How to enjoy Rome on a budget

The Eternal City ain't cheap - but don't let that stop you.

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DestinationsMegan Van GrollDecember 16, 2014budget travel, europe
How to stand out in an entry-level job
How to stand out in an entry-level job

Making the most of being at the bottom of the food chain.

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Career AdviceMegan Van GrollDecember 9, 2014
How to deal with reverse culture shock after studying abroad
How to deal with reverse culture shock after studying abroad

Sometimes, coming back is the hardest part.

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Travel TipsMegan Van GrollDecember 2, 2014
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