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How to plan a vacation without an itinerary

How to plan a vacation without an itinerary

Have you ever gone on a vacation that didn’t have a set plan? Where the entirety of your stay was wide open to whatever you wanted to do? Plenty of us envy this level of spontaneity, but don’t embrace it ourselves. However, with a few considerations, it can be done… Read more

Fun ways to pick a vacation destination at random

Fun ways to pick a vacation destination — at random

Do you find that there’s a routine to your vacations and that you’re doing the same thing year after year? Such a cycle can be broken with a little random chance. Below are five different ways you can add a random element to the destinations you travel to this year…. Read more

5 Quick No-Planning Trips

5 Quick easy-planning getaways for a long weekend

If you have a busy schedule, having enough time to take a sizeable vacation seems difficult. But all that means is you have to make the most with the time you have. The next time a long weekend rolls around, don’t spend it at home. Chances are you’re just a… Read more

Week 4 Winner

Creamy Avocado Smoothie Bowl

This winning recipe was submitted by Simi, a resident from Avalon Somerset! Ingredients: Smoothie: 1/2 Avocado 3 tbsp Coconut Milk 2 tbsp Lime Juice 1tbsp Maple Syrup 2 Mint Leaves Ice (as desired) Toppings: Granola Goji Berries Pear Slices Unsweetened Shredded Coconut   Directions: Place all smoothie ingredients in a… Read more

Upcycling Craigslist Furniture

Upcycling Craigslist furniture

Living on a budget can be a challenge, but it’s also actually kind of awesome. When you’re watching every penny, you don’t have the luxury of buying something brand new whenever you need it, so you’re forced to get creative. This where the art of upcycling comes in. Upcycling is… Read more