travel – A Travel Date With Laura Kate

The Bavarian Alps

My heart is now full of the white snow, cozy atmosphere, and easy-going life in the Alps.

Things to Know on the French Coast

Spending the summer in the South of France was an absolute dream. Turquoise waters, medieval history, and enough rosé for a lifetime. If you ask me, the perfect vacation.

Lost in Austin

When they say, “Keep Austin Weird,” they mean it.

Cancelled Plans and Current Changes

It’s pretty obvious, no one had their goal year for travels. Or exercise, socializing, and well, anything else. I was supposed to be spending Christmas in Paris, and New Year’s in Germany, but sometimes life (I mean 2020) takes you by surprise. 2020 definitely had its fair share of downs, I’ve decided to recount a few of the good things that happened this year. Without further ado, here are a few of my fav things from this year!

Tips to Save Money While Traveling

Most vacations are … expensive… adventures. With the exception of a few weekend getaways, the bill tends to rack up pretty quickly. Without further ado, here are a few money-saving hacks for traveling, that won’t impact the quality of your trip!

Salt and Sand

Because who doesn’t need a beach right now?

Traveling During Covid-19

Four flights, 40+ hours of international traveling, and I still had a negative Covid test. Here’s how I did it!

My Super Staycation

It is a no-brainer that travel plans have been somewhat ‘impacted’ by the current goings on. Instead of a romantic getaway to a beach in Vietnam, we decided to have a relaxed staycation 20 kilometers from our apartment. This is what a weekend in the city looked like for us!

The Difference Between Traveling Abroad and Living Abroad

It may seem pretty obvious, there is a difference. But you’d be surprised how much you have to consider when living abroad! I have traveled all over the place, and I have lived abroad in a few. Here are a few things that I consider wayyyy different from what you’d expect.

My Long-Haul Flight Necessities

Everyone hates long flights, unless you’re in business class. Well, even then. Unfortunately as a traveler you’re going to experience a lot of them! Here a few things that are absolutely necessary to bring with you if you’re going to be spending 8+ hours on a plane.