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Adventures Everywhere

The goal is to always be enjoying yourself at level 2 fun, sometimes you tip toe into level 3.
We’re documenting all adventures here, regardless of the level!

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Magical Muscat

This trip has taught me many lessons about both myself, humanity and travel in general. One of those lessons that was solidified in Oman was to not judge the country based on the people you interact with at the airport.

We had a rough start in Oman that culminated in our (hotel provided) driver asking how much it cost Erik to marry me. I tried to brush it off and we just went right to bed when we got to the hotel anyway.

Leeah Smestad Leeah Smestad

Easy Packing Tips for Overwhelmed Travelers

Final Tips for Stress-Free Packing

  • Pack less than you think—there’s almost always a way to do laundry, and you can pick up forgotten items when you arrive

  • Nest your items—use socks to stuff shoes, and pack toiletries in small, compact containers

  • Roll and compress clothes—your future self will thank you!

  • Swap liquids for solids—bar products are a sustainable, space-saving way to travel light

  • Embrace versatility—the key to efficient packing is choosing pieces that can be mixed and matched to create unlimited outfit combos

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