Adventures of a girl on a budget
Being away from family during the holiday season is never easy. Since I am currently teaching English abroad, I not only missed the holidays with my family but had to work on Christmas. It was a strange feeling and very different from what I am used to, but Christmas in Thailand turned out to be […] Read more…
Since I am living in Thailand this year, I did not get to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Luckily for me, I got the chance to celebrate Loy Krathong the day before, which was more magical than any Thanksgiving I have ever experienced. Keep reading to learn what this beautiful Thai holiday is all about! What is […] Read more…
With Valentines Day right around the corner, I gathered some great deals that would make for a romantic night without breaking the bank! I did include a few deals that are splurges for those of you wanting to make this year extra special (see # 2 and 9). So grab your significant other, or a […] Read more…
If you are looking for a fun holiday themed activity this year, look no further than the Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier. Held in the large Festival Hall toward the end of the pier, Winter Wonderfest is a great way to get the whole family together and awaken the child that is somewhere in all of […] Read more…
Nothing puts me in the holiday spirit better than an enchanting light display. In the neighborhood where I grew up, there was one house that was known for its fantastic holiday lights – so much so that they were featured on the news each year. I can remember how excited I would get to drive […] Read more…