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So much is missed when we take naps on flights. The U.S. has some gorgeous spots! I snapped a few of these on recent flights between Portland, OR and Chicago. Tip: Always keep your phone on airplane mode rather than turned off so you're ready when the opportunity arises!

Took a few pics of the changing leaves in my hood over the past two weeks. I love Oregon!  Enjoy!

General packing tips: Put all liquids and gels in Ziploc bags; if using TSA precheck, don't sweat the 1 bag requirement--I usually have 2-3 and they never care Get travel size items at Target vs. drugstore (cheaper) Always wear sneakers vs. flip flops, heels or sandals for air travel. If sh*t goes down, your feet are protected and you can move more quickly. Plus, better for running through airport Bring socks if you don't have TSA Precheck. Nothing grosser than going barefoot on public floors. Keep anything that could leak in a Ziploc bag The below referenced suitcase and its contents fit in the overhead for carry on Pre-plan your outfits, don't just bring random tops and bottoms-- unless they are so neutral in color that they will all match each other Bring just enough of the below for the amount of days in your trip. You can always buy more at your destination if needed. SUITCASE: Belt Blow dryer (unless hotel has one—check web site) Bottoms (pants,...

I'm a stickler for having my hotel room be as it should upon check-in. I've traveled a lot over the past few years, and have experienced a lot of little issues including no toilet paper in the room (no joke, happened to me in DC), blow dryers that spontaneously combust, light up mirrors that don't light up, dead outlets, mildew in the shower, condom left on the bed (unopened, thankfully) and getting the tail end of the kleenex box. I understand that hotel housekeeping staff has to move quickly to turn rooms for the next guest. However, it is also their job to ensure everything is fresh, clean, and new... and in working order for each guest.  It's a pain in the ass for me as a guest to have to call down to the front desk and request something while I'm trying to get ready for work or a conference. In a lot of times, I will call the front desk and they will completely forget to bring the replacement item. For as much as we pay for hotel rooms he's days, and t...