Let’s be real—traveling is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. From packing to navigating new places, things don’t always go as planned. Over the years, I’ve learned a few simple tricks that make traveling way easier. Here are five travel hacks I swear by that will help you stay organized and stress-free on yourContinue reading “5 Travel Hacks I Swear By for a Stress-Free Trip”
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Productivity Hacks to Prepare for Vacation Without the Stress
Heading out on vacation is the best feeling—but getting ready to leave work behind? Not so much. I’ve definitely had my share of pre-vacation stress, from scrambling to finish projects to worrying about emails piling up. Over time, though, I’ve found a few tricks that help me wrap things up smoothly so I can actuallyContinue reading “Productivity Hacks to Prepare for Vacation Without the Stress”
From Flexible Shifts to a 9-to-5: How My Travel Planning Changed
When I transitioned from working night shift hours to a Monday-Friday 9-5 schedule, my travel habits had to change—big time. Gone were the days of booking spontaneous mid-week getaways or taking advantage of off-peak travel days. But while the shift in routine required some adjustment, it also taught me how to make the most ofContinue reading “From Flexible Shifts to a 9-to-5: How My Travel Planning Changed”
How I Afford to Travel Internationally as a Full-Time Nurse
As a nurse working 12-hour shifts, I used to think international travel was only possible if I had a long vacation or an extended break. I told myself I needed at least a week off to make it worth it, and between work schedules, expenses, and everyday responsibilities, travel felt like something I could doContinue reading “How I Afford to Travel Internationally as a Full-Time Nurse”
Why I Prioritized Travel: A Nurse’s Eye-Opening Conversation with a Hospice Patient
It was the middle of the night, and I was sitting with a patient who had just been placed on hospice. We started talking about life—the good, the bad, and the regrets. He told me something that stuck with me: “I put all my time and energy into my job and missed out on theContinue reading “Why I Prioritized Travel: A Nurse’s Eye-Opening Conversation with a Hospice Patient”