The Away expandable carry on is the perfect travel luggage so so many reasons. It’s sleek and modern, it locks with a passcode, has a front pocket and other thoughtful features, and best of all, it expands to ensure that I never have to check a bag.

A “staycation” is different from a vacation in that you remain in your home city or somewhere nearby that is usually accessed within a day or even better, a couple hours. Here’s why you might consider planning one.

Yours Truly DC is modern in design, eclectic in decor, and soulful in feel. Not only can you dine downstairs at Mercy Me Restaurant, there’s space to work remotely in the lounge, a bar to grab a drink, and even a record shop, which is certainly nothing I’ve ever seen before in a hotel.

Travel was and still is of major concern, namely travel that involved time in the airport or stations that are typically characterized by crowds of people in close quarters. Although travel for leisure, especially internationally, is still not highly recommended, it is still very possible to do so in a way that minimizes risk and allows for social distancing and health safety.

When I set the goal to travel it was always with the intent of doing it alone, but initially it was not about mindfulness. Because I’m introverted, I have always preferred and prioritized alone time, so when I first traveled alone as an adult, naturally it felt more instinctive and comfortable for me. As my passion grew for traveling, I also realized that each time, I discover more about myself than I knew before.