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As 2022 comes to an end, I look back on all my trips that made my year special as well as start planning my future trips for 2023. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey 🎵 Music: Epidemic Sound - https://share.epidemicsound.com/3qu2vj 📷 Camera Gear: Sony ZV-1 - https://amzn.to/3BCtUDc iPhone 13 Pro ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

Every year on the second weekend of December, the city of Franklin, Tennessee holds it's Dickens of Christmas. This victorian-themed festival provides the over 100,000 visitors to interact with volunteers dressed as Charles Dickens characters, experience live entertainment, shop local merchants, and nourish themselves on a variety of food options. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey 🎵 Music: Epidemic Sound - https://share.epidemicsound.com/3qu2vj 📷 Camera Gear: Sony ZV-1 - https://amzn.to/3BCtUDc iPhone 13 Pro ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

If you are struggling to find gifts for the travelers in your life, then I have created this Holiday Gift Guide for you. I list new items that would make great gifts for people who like to travel. Hopefully, you leave inspired to do all your holiday shopping after this video! Going (previously called Scott's Cheap Flights) - https://going.sjv.io/vn5mON (May 17 through May 21, 2023, Going is offering 30% off of their Premium and $25 off their Elite membership with no promo code needed) PRODUCTS: Nail Grooming Kit - https://amzn.to/3GtJbcP Electronic Toothbrush - https://amzn.to/3hOgrRv Quick Drying Towel - https://amzn.to/3AtneXh Packable Puffer Jacket - https://amzn.to/3ElC7fF Touchscreen Gloves - https://amzn.to/3tMZREt Another Glove option - https://amzn.to/3hKKU2U Travel Power Strip - https://amzn.to/3EmIteu Apple AirTags - https://amzn.to/3XghsCb Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:51 Gift Cards 02:38 Subscriptions 03:38 Travel Books 04:18 Nail Grooming Kit 05:20 Electronic Tooth Brush 06:33 Quick drying towel 07:53 Packable Puffer Jacket 08:21 Touchscreen Gloves 08:57 Travel Power Strip 09:43 Apple AirTags ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

A day after I returned from Portland, Oregon, I headed back to the airport and headed to Washington D.C. I visited friends and celebrated my birthday. The best part was visiting Arlington National Cemetery. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey 🎵 Music: Epidemic Sound - https://share.epidemicsound.com/3qu2vj ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I spent a couple days in Portland, Oregon for a work conference. In my free time, I explored downtown Portland as well as the Pittock Mansion. Portland is beautiful in the Fall season. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey 🎵 Music: Epidemic Sound - https://share.epidemicsound.com/3qu2vj ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

If you travel by plane a lot, then chances are you have waited in long lines to go through security at the airport. To save time, you should apply for a trusted traveler program. But which one should you get: TSA PreCheck or Global Entry? We will discuss both in this video. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I took a quick weekend trip to Myrtle Beach with my sister and cousin for a girls weekend. Myrtle Beach is affectionately called the Dirty Myrtle or as I like to call it, the Dirty Myrtie. Enjoy! *This vlog was filmed before Hurricane Ian hit the coast. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey 🎵 Music: Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I have rented a mobile hotspot for a couple of different international trips. In this video, I will share my experience with using a mobile hotspot abroad and the pros and cons of using a mobile hotspot. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I went on Contiki's Rome to Barcelona by Train trip for 9 days back in August. Before I left, I posted a packing video of everything I packed then I posted the vlogs from the trip. Now, I want to discuss 3 items that I am glad I packed as well as 3 items that I wished I had packed for my trip. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ Items mentioned in this video: Dr. Scholl's Shoe Inserts - https://amzn.to/3RX0QvL Adhesive Bandages - https://amzn.to/3U2tpK5 Apple AirTag - https://amzn.to/3b2wp7C Travel Umbrella - https://amzn.to/35VgsxL Power Bank - https://amzn.to/3dcDrYI Water Shoes - https://amzn.to/3d3oE2x ______________________________ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:43 Shoe Inserts 02:43 Adhesive Bandages 03:40 Apple AirTag 05:40 Travel Umbrella 07:03 Power Bank 08:22 Water Shoes ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I traveled 9 days through the Mediterranean this summer. The trip was Rome to Barcelona by train with the group travel company: Contiki. In this vlog, we explore the finale destination on the trip, Barcelona. I apologize if I mispronounce words or have a really bad accident. I tried my best. :) Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey 🎵 Music: Courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I traveled 9 days through the Mediterranean this summer. The trip was Rome to Barcelona by train with the group travel company: Contiki. In this vlog, we explore the France portion on the trip. I apologize if I mispronounce words or have a really bad accident. I tried my best. :) Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey 🎵 Music: Tomas Skyldeberg / Celebration of Life / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com CLNGR, Matt Bloyd, Daxten / Something Different / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I traveled 9 days through the Mediterranean this summer. The trip was Rome to Barcelona by train with the group travel company: Contiki. In this vlog, we explore the Italy portion on the trip. I apologize if I mispronounce words or have a really bad accident. I tried my best. :) Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I am traveling to the Italy, France, & Spain for 9 days during the Summer with carry-on luggage only. I wanted to test out whether packing cubes really saved space in a suitcase or are they a waste of space. Join me as I find out and pack my suitcase for Europe! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ SUITCASE/BACKPACK: Away Luggage - https://www.awaytravel.com/suitcases/bigger-carry-on Case Logic Berkeley II backpack - https://amzn.to/3sgts9r Belt/Sling bag - https://www.target.com/p/antitheft-rfid-hip-sling-pack-black-made-by-design-8482/-/A-54174738#lnk=sametab Another Belt Bag option - https://amzn.to/3vfg1rv ______________________________ ITEMS: Apple AirTag - https://amzn.to/3b2wp7C Packing Cubes - https://amzn.to/3oshBlR Shoe bags - https://amzn.to/3I9rZah Clear Dopp kit toiletry bag (similar) - https://amzn.to/3BRhtlY Liquids bag - https://amzn.to/3h6hYyM *Another Liquids bag option - https://amzn.to/34Socjx Waterproof Cell Phone Pouch - https://amzn.to/3v6ITmd Body Glide (anti chafe balm) - https://amzn.to/3zycSFN Toothbrush - https://amzn.to/3csPFbp Travel Hair Dryer - https://amzn.to/3BiNO6I Travel Hair Straightener - https://amzn.to/3K2YiZC Microfiber towel - https://amzn.to/3z7cZXh Passport holder - https://amzn.to/3IcJqH3 Sleep mask - https://amzn.to/3LQRaRb Noise machine - https://amzn.to/3sS9mBo Travel adapter - https://amzn.to/33Fpcqp Phone/iPad stand - https://amzn.to/3Ic0Jb9 Charger/Headphones pouch - https://amzn.to/3cuBbeq Water bottle - https://amzn.to/3BIGG1U ______________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:57 Clothes 01:41 Packing exceptions 02:38 Packing without Cubes 03:23 Packing with Cubes 04:11 Compression storage 04:37 Toiletries 05:49 Non-clothing items 07:00 Personal Item 08:22 Belt/Sling bag 09:12 Conclusion ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

When should you purchase your Thanksgiving, Christmas, or winter holiday plane tickets to save the most money? Watch and find out! Going (previously called Scott's Cheap Flights) - https://going.sjv.io/vn5mON (May 17 through May 21, 2023, Going is offering 30% off of their Premium and $25 off their Elite membership with no promo code needed) Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

Every year, I go to the beach with my sister and her family. We switch up the beach every year to somewhere in the gulf either on the Alabama coast or the Florida coast. This year we went to Fort Walton, Florida. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey Music: Pastis / Love for the Ocean / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Sline, Frank Moody / Dance This Night Away / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Sline, Frank Moody / Bottoms Up / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Plain Strolls / After Beach Jams / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

Follow along as I run errands in Nashville, Tennessee. I go shopping at Parnassus Books in the Greenhills neighborhood, Draper James in the 12 South neighborhood, and Red Spirits & Wine in the Bellevue area. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey Music: Daxten, Wai, Frank Moody / Summer Night / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

Here are 3 different sling bag and belt bag options for you to consider for your next travel adventure. Ameribag Sling bag: https://amzn.to/3bboyEy Belt bag: https://www.target.com/p/antitheft-rfid-hip-sling-pack-black-made-by-design-8482/-/A-54174738#lnk=sametab Rick Steves Money Belt: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/moneybelt (Another option) Money belt: https://amzn.to/3tOWNIx Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I love traveling, but I didn't always prioritize it. In this video, I will explain what changed in my life to make me focus so much on traveling. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

Follow along as I travel back to my hometown of Hiawatha, Kansas with my sister and nephews to attend a friend's baby shower and celebrate one of my nephew's high school graduation party. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I have traveled with the Away Bigger Carry-On suitcase for 4 years. After taking it on airplanes, trains, and automobiles and through all weather climates, I give my thoughts and opinions on the highly advertised suitcase. *UPDATE* Away no longer provides a dust bag, wall plug, and international adapter kit with their suitcases. This allows them to be more sustainable. Away Luggage - https://www.awaytravel.com/suitcases/bigger-carry-on Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:12 Exterior Review 07:12 Interior Review 13:52 Accessories 15:50 Why the Bigger Carry-on 17:44 Final Thoughts ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

I took a couple vacation days to explore Chattanooga, Tennessee. Join me as I take a train ride at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, taste some whiskey at the Chattanooga Whiskey Distillery, and hike up to Ruby Falls to wander the caves. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

One of the most expensive parts of traveling is purchasing plane tickets. So I try to save as much money as possible on flights. Here are some of the ways that I find cheap flights. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey Going (previously called Scott's Cheap Flights) - https://going.sjv.io/vn5mON (May 17 through May 21, 2023, Going is offering 30% off of their Premium and $25 off their Elite membership with no promo code needed) ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

Explored the Green Hills neighborhood in Nashville, . I went with a jungle theme and ate at the Greenhouse Bar with lots of plants. After that, I went to an advance screening of the movie the Lost City. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey The Greenhouse Bar: https://www.greenhousenash.com ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

Feeling intimidated at the thought of booking an Airbnb? In this video, I break down the process I go through searching, filtering, and booking an AirBnb as well as using gift cards as a form of payment. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:34 Getting Started 01:25 Initial Search 01:50 Filters 05:35 Listing Info 07:38 Rental details 14:47 Booking ______________________________ FTC DISCLAIMER ➙ This video is NOT sponsored. This post does contain affiliate/referral links, which means that if you purchase anything through the use of my links, I receive a small commission. All opinions are my own, honest opinions, regardless of sponsorship, referral links, and/or affiliation.

Watch Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood give advice to students, faculty, and staff at Belmont University as well as citizens of Nashville, Tennessee at Belmont's newly constructed Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. The conversation was focused on those interested in breaking into the Music & Entertainment industry by taking risks and believing in yourself. I did not include any of their songs due to copyrights. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katierockey