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How much host interaction is too much?

How much host interaction is too much?

When my husband and I travel, we typically stay in Airbnbs. It’s cheaper than staying in hotels, and you get to experience local life in a whole different way. Any time you stay in an Airbnb, the level of host interaction varies. When we stayed 

Hosting ≠ Hospitality

Hosting ≠ Hospitality

I grew up in a big family that was always hosting and inviting people over. It was common for the whole neighborhood to be over on a summer night, grilling, and playing pickle ball. My parents are some of the most generous, hospitable people I 

A Puerto Rican Escape

A Puerto Rican Escape

We had a spectacular time in Puerto Rico. It is a marvelous mix between Latin American culture with old European-style buildings. They have the jungle, rainforest, colorful cities, unmatchable food, and warm beaches. Puerto Rico has everything (well, except mountains I guess). Plus they invented 

22 Necessities for Every Airbnb Guest Room

22 Necessities for Every Airbnb Guest Room

Disclosure– Some of my posts include affiliate links, but you probably won’t notice because it doesn’t affect the blog or my opinions on here. Perhaps you are thinking of starting your own Airbnb or maybe you just want to up your guest room’s game for 

7 Messages Every Airbnb Host Needs to Save

7 Messages Every Airbnb Host Needs to Save

Disclosure– Some of my posts include affiliate links, but you probably won’t notice because it doesn’t affect the blog or my opinions on here. When you are an airbnb host, you will quickly realize that you write the same messages over and over, and answer 

6 Things We Learned After Hosting a “Tough” Guest

6 Things We Learned After Hosting a “Tough” Guest

Out of our 80+ guests, we were bound to have one bad apple, and she came this week. I’ll spare you all of the details, but don’t worry, it’s not like anything from Airbnb Nightmares but she will not be getting a glowing review from 

4 To-Go Essentials for Cutting Out Single Use Waste [guest post]

4 To-Go Essentials for Cutting Out Single Use Waste [guest post]

My name is Shelby Ray. I’m a wife, mother, and human living in North Minneapolis. I care a lot about plants, people, good food, and having plenty of variety in life. I move the furniture in my house quite often and like to talk about 

How to Write Your Personal Statement Essay

How to Write Your Personal Statement Essay

This post is a bit different than the usual theme of my blog, but I thought it may be helpful to others that are considering applying to undergraduate or graduate school. As I was applying to graduate school last fall and writing all sorts of 

8 Incredible Hot Springs You Have to Visit

8 Incredible Hot Springs You Have to Visit

Disclosure– Some of my posts include affiliate links, but you probably won’t notice because it doesn’t affect the blog or my opinions on here. If you follow me on Instagram, you know that any time I am anywhere near volcanic activity, I am going to 

Food Tips & Recipes that Make Camping Easier

Food Tips & Recipes that Make Camping Easier

Disclosure– Some of my posts include affiliate links, but you probably won’t notice because it doesn’t affect the blog or my opinions on here. There is something cozy about cooking over a fire, but it is not always relaxing or quick. When you are on