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Capri Beach Club Basics and Etiquette
First time doing a Capri beach club day? This guide covers the basics and etiquette, including reservations, timing, lunch, what to bring, family notes, and the practical details that make the whole day feel smoother.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 203 min read


Best Time to Visit Italy (By Region + Travel Style)
Wondering when to go to Italy? This Styled & Miles guide breaks down the best time to visit Italy by region, season, and travel style, from first-time city trips and beach escapes to wine-focused itineraries and family travel. Learn the best months for northern, central, and southern Italy, plus smart planning and seasonal packing tips.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 1910 min read


How to Tip in Italy (Without Ruining It for Everyone)
Tipping in Italy can be confusing for first-time visitors, especially if you’re used to American rules. This guide breaks down what coperto means, when servizio incluso is already on the bill, and how much to tip at restaurants, hotels, taxis, and on tours so you can travel more confidently and respectfully.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 165 min read


What to Buy in Marrakech, Morocco
Marrakech is not a casual shopping destination. It is a full sensory experience, and knowing what to buy makes all the difference. From handwoven rugs and cooking tagines to lanterns, tea sets, and leather goods, this guide breaks down exactly what is worth bringing home, what to skip, and how to shop the souks like you know what you are doing.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 166 min read


Flying Delta, Cabin Classes Compared: From Main Cabin to Delta One
If you’ve ever wondered whether Comfort+, Premium Select, or Delta One is really worth it, this is your no‑BS, lived‑experience breakdown. After years of flying Delta across work trips, family travel, anniversaries, and long‑haul adventures, I’ve experienced every cabin they offer. Choosing your cabin is choosing how you want to feel when you arrive.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 124 min read


Croatia Island Hopping Itinerary: How to Island Hop in Croatia Without Overdoing It
A polished guide to island hopping in Croatia without overdoing it. Based on my mother-daughter trip through Hvar, Palmižana, Vis, Korčula, and Split, this post covers what worked, what I would not do again, how to choose a smart hub, and how to plan a Croatia island hopping itinerary with beauty, variety, and breathing room.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 812 min read


Why the Caribbean is a Great Family Travel Destination
The Caribbean gives families what they often need most: warmth, beach time, easier days, and room to exhale. It is classic for a reason.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 35 min read


Italy Trains vs Rental Cars: What’s Actually Best
Trying to decide between trains and a rental car in Italy? Here’s what actually works best by route, travel style, family travel, and the kind of experience you want to have once you get there.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 110 min read


Take the Quiz: Which Family Vacation Is Right for Your Family?
Not every family vacation should look the same. This family vacation quiz helps you figure out the kind of trip that best fits your family’s season, travel style, and what matters most right now, so your next getaway feels easier, smarter, and far more memorable.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 16 min read


Shopping in Italy: What's Worth Buying and What's Overrated
Shopping in Italy is one of the pleasures of the trip, but not everything is worth the suitcase space. Here is what to buy, what to skip, and how to shop in a more thoughtful, stylish way.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Aug 111 min read


Types of Restaurants in Italy: Bar, Trattoria, Osteria, Ristorante and What to Expect at Each
Confused by Italy’s bars, trattorias, osterias, ristoranti, and enoteche? This polished guide explains what each type of restaurants in Italy means, what to expect, when to go, and how to choose the right place for every meal, coffee, aperitivo, and dinner in Italy.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Jul 3116 min read


Italy for First-Timers: The Most Important Things You Need to Know
Planning your first trip to Italy? This guide covers the only things you really need to know before you go, from what to pack and wear to trains, meal timing, church dress expectations, and common first-timer mistakes. It is a polished, practical take on traveling Italy well, with stylish tips on shoes, day bags, and planning smart from the start.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Jul 3112 min read


Flying Private: What It’s Really Like (and Why It Changes Travel Forever)
Flying private isn’t just about luxury, it’s about ease. Driving straight up to the hangar, skipping security lines, no baggage claim, and a calm, quiet cabin that feels nothing like commercial travel. After a dozen flights, I can say it changes everything. Yes, it can be a little bumpier, but I’ll take that trade for the time, comfort, and seamless experience every single time.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Jul 283 min read


Italy Food Guide: What to Eat in Italy and How to Order It Well
This Italy food guide covers what to eat in Italy, how Italian menus work, what phrases help most, and the regional dishes worth prioritizing. From Rome and Venice to Tuscany, Naples, Bologna, Capri, and Sicily, this guide helps you order more confidently and eat more thoughtfully. If you want your meals in Italy to feel less touristy and more polished, start here.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Jul 1913 min read


The Best Cicchetti Crawl in Venice: My Favorite Way to Eat Through the City
If a city lets me turn dinner into a crawl, I will. Venice is one of my favorite places to do it. This cicchetti crawl maps out the best bacari, what to order at each stop, why this style of eating is so Venetian, and how to stretch small bites, wine, and a walk into one of the best meals in the city.

Jennifer Borgkvist
Jul 196 min read


What to Wear in Morocco: Stylish, Practical Outfits for Marrakech, the Souks, & Desert Camps + What I Actually Wore
Once you know what to pack, the next step is knowing how to move through Morocco with more confidence.
Where to stay. What to book ahead. How to pace Marrakech. What to expect in the souks. How to think about desert camp logistics. What to carry with you. How to approach restaurants, shopping, tipping, and the details that can make the trip feel exciting instead of overwhelming.
The Morocco Family Travel Planner is designed to help you plan the trip with fewer question

Jennifer Borgkvist
May 2812 min read


Coming soon...Morocco Travel Essentials: What to Pack for a Polished, Practical Trip
Wondering what to pack for Morocco? This polished Morocco travel essentials guide covers clothing, shoes, bags, sun protection, beauty, and travel organization for a smoother trip.

Jennifer Borgkvist
May 273 min read


Best Capri Beach Club for Your Travel Style: A Quick Quiz
Not sure which Capri beach club to book? Take this quick quiz to find the best Capri beach club for your travel style, from iconic views to refined, family-friendly, and lunch-focused beach days.

Jennifer Borgkvist
May 275 min read


Coming soon...My Go-To Travel Organization Essentials for Smoother Trips
A curated edit of my favorite travel organization essentials, including passport cases, travel document organizers, luggage tags, and card holders for smoother, more polished trips.

Jennifer Borgkvist
May 265 min read


Coming soon...The Packing Organization Edit: Best Packing Cubes & Travel Organizers
A polished guide to the best packing cubes, compression cubes, travel pouches, shoe bags, toiletry organizers, and suitcase organization essentials for smarter packing.

Jennifer Borgkvist
May 265 min read
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