Author Archive for Michael Wilkens
6 ways to combat jet lag
By Michael Wilkens on Nov 25, 2015 in Air Travel, Health & Safety, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Let’s face it, flying across time zones is great for our spirit, our soul and our sense of wanderlust, yet it wreaks havoc on our internal clocks. Here are six ways to combat Jet Leg and recover faster to enjoy the adventure. Sleep early A week before, start pushing your bed time later if you’re 
5 best places to see Fall foliage
By Michael Wilkens on Oct 05, 2015 in Asia, Canada, Europe, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, North America, Regions, Tennessee, USA, Western Europe
It’s all in the leaves this time of year. Vibrant shades of crimson, gold or buttercup beckon from all corners of the world. As long as you’re in the northern hemisphere, autumn leaves fall anywhere between September and November. Pack a carry-on with light layers and plan a weekend getaway this autumn to witness nature’s 
The ultimate lady’s guide to packing only a carry-on
We’ve showed you how a gentleman can pack a bag, and now it’s time to focus on a lady’s guide to packing only a carry-on. While much of the advice for packing remains the same for a woman as it does for a man, there are a few key differences. We still recommend rolling versus
5 getaways where a carry-on is all you need
By Michael Wilkens on Sep 14, 2015 in Asia, California, Europe, Fiji, Indonesia, Italy, North America, Oceania, Regions, Seychelles, USA, Western Europe
Sometimes you just need to get away from it all, even if it’s just for a long weekend. These are the trips that refresh and rejuvenate your soul – so don’t let them to break your back with a heavy bag. Your revitalization should begin when you pack and continue as you walk past the 
The ultimate gentlemen's guide to packing only a carry-on
With more restrictions, both in price and size, on checked bags, packing everything into a carry-on is not only sensible but also preferable for a gentleman on the go. Not to mention, packing only a carry-on allows you to stroll off the plane and on to your destination without waiting for your bags to spin
