Not Your Average Gals are kickass, blazing-their-own-path, independent-minded, free-thinking, kind-hearted and all around wonderful humans beings. We learn a lot about ourselves from the people we choose to look to for inspiration or friendship. I’m excited to introduce you to some of them. World, meet Jen of Jen on a Jet Plane. I became kindred spirits […]
Asia
How I Found 3 Dresses That Fit My Chest: Hoi An, Vietnam Tailoring
After a brief 3 days in Hong Kong and a whirlwind 4 days in chaotic Hanoi, Vietnam, we headed down the coast of Vietnam to the beautiful coastal town of Danang. We parked our tushes in Danang instead of Hoi An because we had Hyatt points to burn, so we took one for the team […]
Oh, Yes We Did. How We Spent Two Weeks in Asia for Less than $650-including Flights in Business Class
What’s the first thing your little fingers start typing when planning a trip? How to get there, where to stay and how freakin’ much is it gonna cost me? Well aren’t you lucky you landed here today. I’m going to show you exactly how the hubster and I flew to Asia–in business class–and stayed in […]
Sneak Peek: Two Weeks, One Carry-on and a Full Itinerary
I’m back from the other side of the world! Real talk: My mind and body are still 12 hours ahead. *cue the espresso* It’s incredible what 2 straight weeks with your long-distance significant other can do for your heart and sanity. It was the most amount of time we’ve spent together in nearly 2 years. […]
My Travel Plans for 2018
I’m often asked, “So, where ya’ off to next?” or “Hey world, traveler. Where’s the next destination?” or “Jesus. Do you ever stay in the country?” Haters gonna hate. This year is starting off like most, with future travel plans mostly solidified or at the very least set in motion. But there’s a twist, because […]
Solo Travel: Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway
As a child, I was painfully shy. I can’t emphasize the word painfully enough. I stuck to my mom’s side so closely when we were out running errands that she would often accidentally step on me, or I would step on her shoes because I was tagging so closely behind. Once you got to know […]