Travel has a way of reminding us that the best part of a trip is often getting home. Canceled flights, impossible traffic, airport chaos, and changing plans can turn a straightforward journey into an exhausting exercise in problem-solving. The lesson is not to expect travel to go smoothly, but to prepare for the moments when it doesn't. Because after the meetings, the delays, and the frustration, the destination that matters most is still home.
Read MoreSometimes, I think the internet is just a big game of “Who Can Be the Biggest Jerk Without Getting Caught.” Enter the world of travel insults, where “gate lice” and “aisle lice” rule the roost, and “raw dogging a flight” is now a thing (no, it’s not what you think). It’s like we’ve taken everything annoying about air travel and turned it into a savage new language, all thanks to the internet’s superpower of anonymity. But my mom would like to remind us all: If you wouldn’t say it to someone’s face, maybe don’t say it online either. Because, well, never argue with mom.
Read MoreAfter a series of back-to-back trips, the emotional rollercoaster of leaving home has become more intense. While the travel itself was enjoyable, the morning departures felt increasingly difficult as the emotional weight of leaving my loved ones took its toll. However, returning home brought a profound sense of joy, reminding me of the powerful psychological connection we have to familiar places and the people we care about. This experience reinforced a timeless truth: distance truly does make the heart grow fonder, highlighting just how important family and home are in the grand scheme of life.
Read MoreThe world of travel has drastically changed as we come out of the pandemic. Read this blog to learn about my most recent travel experiences.
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