Travel: New Orleans

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Written By alessa m. rodriguez

I loved the people. I loved the food. I loved the culture. I loved the spirit. New Orleans gave me the kind of respite I've been lacking since my mother passed away. A real refresh and focus on life. I got to not think about my troubles for just a little while and I got to embrace love, kindness, and beignets!

⚜️ | I won't forget this trip for a long time if ever. So thank you New Orleans for all the fun (could do without the rain! Lol) but also the memories. I love people in love. Anyone else getting married somewhere I have to travel? Will travel for weddings. Best decision ever.

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Travel: Las Vegas.
Travel: Las Vegas.

After months of working, creating, planning, filming, editing, and generally doing the most in New York City, I finally did something that felt very necessary: I got on a plane and went to Las Vegas.

And honestly? I needed it.

There is something about leaving New York for a little while that makes you realize just how much you have been running on autopilot. I love my city, I love my life here, and I will probably always be a New Yorker at heart, but sometimes you need to step away from your normal routine and let yourself have a little fun.

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Travel: Los Angeles
Travel: Los Angeles

There are some trips that feel like vacations, and then there are trips that feel like chapters.

My July trip to California definitely felt like a chapter.

After spending the first part of our vacation in Las Vegas, we packed up and made our way to Los Angeles for the second half of the adventure. And while Vegas had its own very particular kind of energy, Los Angeles felt completely different. There was more space to wander, more neighborhoods to explore, more food to eat (always important), and that very specific California feeling that makes you want to slow down and take everything in.

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Travel Style: How to Pack Efficiently for Summer Trips.
Travel Style: How to Pack Efficiently for Summer Trips.

Packing for a summer trip always sounds easy—until you're staring at an open suitcase, wondering how you'll fit seven outfits, three pairs of shoes, and all your skincare into one bag.

Over the years, I've learned that packing efficiently doesn't mean sacrificing style. In fact, some of my favorite travel outfits have come from carefully editing what I bring, rather than overpacking "just-in-case" pieces that never leave the suitcase.

Whether you're heading to the beach, exploring a new city, or planning a weekend getaway, here's how to pack smarter while still feeling like yourself throughout your trip.

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Check out my stories for the last bit of my trip. Check my highlights for the FULL journey and join my broadcast channel for photos I didn't post on the feed!

Now I wait for a car to head back to New York City. Ready to take on life again until the next trip. Which is sooner than you think…psst Philly are you ready for me and the hubby? 😉

I love you New Orleans.

Check out the galleries above for more New Orleans photos!

alessa m. rodriguez http://www.maybeally.com
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