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July 2, 2018

How to Pack for a Mountain Retreat

I went on a mountainside getaway two weekends in a row. Find out what I packed to stay warm, dry, and comfortable.
June 24, 2018

How to Pack for Eastern Europe

I'm spending two months in Eastern Europe. Find out what I packed for the office, hiking, beach days, and the rain.
September 23, 2017

How to Pack With Only Three Colours

Pick a simple palette to make packing easier.
July 24, 2017

How to Pack for Portland, Oregon

Find out what I packed for Portland, Oregon, the city of bridges!
June 26, 2017

The Perfect Outfit for a Destination Wedding

Swap your fancy dress for separates to unlock way more travel-friendly outfits.
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May 21, 2017

The 10 Best Sunscreens for Summer

When you're sun-sensitive like me, you understand pretty quickly that not all sunscreens are equal. Here's my roundup of the best sunscreens on the ma...
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September 10, 2016

How to Pack for Boston

Chic neutrals and boss-lady vibes in Boston.
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August 29, 2016

How to Pack for a Labour Day Wedding

Packing for a wedding AND a camping trip? You can do it, and with only five items!
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July 27, 2016

How to Pack for Wine Country

Hello Kelowna, where people vacation or retire and make it look good.
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July 14, 2016

How to Pack for New York City in July

New York humidity, here I come! My motto: stay fresh and look profesh.
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  • Oh Bulgaria...where every day is a cheat day. Despite having amazing health food stores with all the gluten-free, dairy-free options you can think of, there’s nothing quite like the real deal in a culture known for its bread-y, cheesy foods. Plus, I can’t really say “the diet starts when I get home” when I’m constantly travelling. Too many things to try!
  • There comes a point when I get sick of wearing the same clothes. I'm nearly 7 weeks into my European trip and I'm reminded why I've compromised with a rotating capsule wardrobe rather than one monolithic selection when I'm back home. I love all my pieces but I don't feel very creative when I've gone through all the possible combinations. ____________ These moments of boredom or exasperation don't usually last all that long because I have 5 tips to help me like my outfits again. 1. Wash your clothes (so they feel fresh in more ways than one). 2. Buy one small item to mix it up. 3. Get creative (I'm layering like never before). 4. Upgrade your beauty (I got my nails done and I feel fancy AF). 5. Get over yourself. ______________ #5 is pretty much when I snap out of it. I feel so lucky I get to travel for extended periods of time that wearing the same things again and again should really be the least of my worries. As long as I am dressed comfortably for the activity I'm doing, what does it matter if I've worn it before?
  • The city at the foot of the mountain.
  • When I first told people back home in Canada that I was going to live in Bulgaria for the summer, I got a wide variety of reactions. Some were very excited for me and others replied with "have fun in Budapest" or "isn't that the made up country in Tintin? (That's Syldavia btw). . _____________________ _____________________ It's been very interesting to get to know the Bulgarian culture and things about this part of the world. Many people don't realize that Bulgaria is the oldest country in Europe. There is so much history here (7000 + years), from ancient Thracians, to Ottoman rule, to the more recent Communist Era. . _____________________ _____________________ I also get asked what Bulgarian culture is like and my rudimentary read on the Balkans is that every country has its own unique mix of influences. For example, Bulgarian people might look very similar to Romanians, but their food and music are close to Greek culture. They share the Eastern Orthodox church and Cyrillic alphabet with Russia, but they also have many words in common with Serbia. Not to mention centuries of Turkish rule has heavily influenced the country in unique ways. After 500 years of rule, they were liberated from the Ottoman Empire by Russia in 1878. . . _____________________ _____________________ Since the fall of Communism, Bulgaria is coming into its own. If you ask a Bulgarian about their country, you'll get a mix of deep pride and a healthy dose of negativity about how things could be better. I suppose it's like the way Montrealers talk about their city. Even with the corruption, language laws, and traffic, I still think Montreal is one of the best places in the world, so I like places that are a little rough around the edges. . . . . . . . . #nomad #travelblogging #glt #gltlove #girlsthatwander #wearetravelgirls #girlsabroad #womenwhotravel #femmetravel #traveldreamseekers #travelgirlsgo #explorerbabes #shetravels #travelgram #instatravel #exploreeverything #travelstoke #Bulgaria #igdiary #mytravelgram #worldtraveler #instago #igtravel #neverstopexploring #passionpassport #wanderlust #iamatraveler #traveldiaries #digitalnomadgirls
  • Missing that fresh mountain air already, but luckily being in the city in Sofia is keeping me too busy to think about it. In case you missed it, I have a packing list on the blog that’s all about trips to the mountains. I talk about choosing footwear, outerwear, and the layers in between to help you stay warm and dry. Might not be my most stylish packing list, but it works! Link in bio. Work and side projects seem to be eating up all my time these days, which makes this week feel extra long. Excited to kick back this weekend and start planning new content for my next trip: GREECE! . Happy Travels xox . . . . . . . #nomad #travelblogging #glt #gltlove #girlsthatwander #wearetravelgirls #girlsabroad #womenwhotravel #femmetravel #traveldreamseekers #travelgirlsgo #explorerbabes #shetravels #travelgram #instatravel #exploreeverything #travelstoke #traveldiary #packingtips packing list #mytravelgram #worldtraveler #instago #igtravel #passionpassport #wanderlust #iamatraveler #traveldiaries #digitalnomadgirls #bulgaria
  • I wanted to share some pretty neat artwork created by the talented @nik_spears . Can I call it fan art if I’m friends with the artist? . In case you missed it, I also just launched my IGTV channel. I'm not sure yet how frequently I'll be creating videos, but I'll try and use this outlet for longer form stories and tutorials. Make sure you leave a comment and tell me what kind of videos you'd like to see! Happy Travels xox . . . . . . . #nomad #travelblogging #glt #gltlove #girlsthatwander #wearetravelgirls #girlsabroad #womenwhotravel #femmetravel #traveldreamseekers #travelgirlsgo #explorerbabes #shetravels #travelgram #instatravel #exploreeverything #travelstoke #traveldiary #igdiary #mytravelgram #worldtraveler #instago #igtravel #neverstopexploring #passionpassport #wanderlust #iamatraveler #traveldiaries #digitalnomadgirls
  • Friends, can you believe The Capsule Suitcase just turned TWO? Two years and nearly 100 posts later, I'm so excited about how the blog has grown, the online friends I've made, and how much better at CSS I've become. I hope this blog has been helpful, entertaining, and fun to read because it's been a blast for me to build. In case you didn’t know the story behind this blog, it all started in the summer of 2016, when my travels were at an all-time high. Within a week, I'd been to Florence, Montreal, and Kansas City. I was travelling to conferences, company retreats, and just for fun because I worked remotely. That’s when I decided it was time to document my travels. I didn’t just want to launch a travel blog though. To tell the truth, my travels weren’t all that exotic or inspirational. What got me excited was packing for trips and helping other professional women streamline the packing and travel experience. I love the challenge of packing just the right clothes for a trip and doing it with as few items as possible. Up until then, I’d written a few blog posts about travel on my personal website, so one June day in a coworking space in Kansas City, I bought the domain name capsulesuitcase.com, imported my two posts, and this blog was born. Thank you all for reading, commenting on, and sharing my content. It’s all for you ☺️. Happy Travels xox . . . . . . . #nomad #travelblogging #glt #gltlove #girlsthatwander #wearetravelgirls #girlsabroad #womenwhotravel #femmetravel #traveldreamseekers #travelgirlsgo #explorerbabes #shetravels #travelgram #instatravel #exploreeverything #travelstoke #traveldiary #igdiary #mytravelgram #worldtraveler #instago #igtravel #neverstopexploring #passionpassport #wanderlust #iamatraveler #traveldiaries #digitalnomadgirls
  • Do you ever feel guilty about being away? ______ I'm not sure if guilt is exactly what I'm feeling right now, but let's just say there are plenty of legitimate reasons for me to fly home. I don't want to though, because being abroad is my excuse. It's my shield and respite from dealing with some of life's pain, disappointment, and grief. _______ Don't get me wrong, I'm having a wonderful time. I spent the weekend surrounded by the most creative and talented people in Bulgaria, dancing like nobody's watching, relaxing at the spa, and laughing until it hurts. I am so grateful that God has given me this slice of time to be free and trust that he has everything under control, even if I feel helpless and far away from people I love who are going through some really tough shit right now. _______ What about you? Do you ever feel like you're putting real life on hold when you travel? . . . . . . #nomad #bulgaria #easterneurope #glt #gltlove #girlsthatwander #wearetravelgirls #girlsabroad #womenwhotravel #femmetravel #traveldreamseekers #travelgirlsgo #explorerbabes #shetravels #travelgram #instatravel #exploreeverything #travelstoke #traveldiary #mytravelgram #worldtraveler #instago #igtravel #neverstopexploring #passionpassport #wanderlust #iamatraveler #traveldiaries #digitalnomadgirls

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