Let’s talk about shopping. Specifically, let’s talk about shopping for travel clothes and adventure gear. Despite the fact that more than half of women in US are considered “plus size” (over a size 14), some retailers are only beginning to open their eyes to the bizarre notion that women of all sizes hike, paddle, swim, … Continue reading Sizing up the travel gear
Packing for plus-size women can be a challenge. Our clothing genuinely takes up more space. With the added terror of checked baggage being lost and visiting a place where fat-friendly clothing options are limited (or non existent), I almost always carry on only. Here’s how I pack for a two-week trip using only a carry-on: … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Plus-Size Packing
If you’re thinking about an icy adventure to the Arctic or Antarctic, shoes are super important. After booking my trip to Antarctica I immediately began my search for the right boots. An Antarctic expedition involves disembarking from an inflatable zodiac boat into mid-calf deep, frigid water. My tour vessel provided guests with Wellington-type boots (wellies … Continue reading It’s gotta be the shoes
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