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Airbnb Hosting

5 Key Things To Do Before You Launch Your New Airbnb

November 7, 2025March 25, 2026 - by Sarah

Are you a new Airbnb host? If so, welcome! I am Sarah, and after six years of hosting and thousands of stays across my four Airbnb properties, I’ve learned that …

Cappuccini Resort Franciacorta Bescia Italy
Europe / Hotels / Italy / Travel

Cappuccini Resort: A Beautiful Retreat in Italy’s Franciacorta Wine Region

November 6, 2025March 27, 2026 - by Sarah

On my most recent visit to Italy, I spent a few nights at Cappuccini Resort in the Franciacorta wine region of Northern Italy, and it turned out to be one …

Drinking Franciacorta Wine on Lake Iseo in Northern Italy
Europe / Italy / Travel

Franciacorta: Northern Italy’s Sparkling Wine Region You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

October 31, 2025March 27, 2026 - by Sarah

If you love sparkling wine, get ready to add a new favorite to your list! Franciacorta, located in the Brescia region of Northern Italy, produces some of the finest bubbles …

BabyQuip Rentals
Airbnb Hosting / Travel / Travel Tips

BabyQuip: Easy Baby Equipment Rental for Traveling Families

October 27, 2025June 15, 2026 - by Sarah

When traveling with kids, especially babies, it’s often easier to rent items than to haul them with you. This is especially true when your family is flying to your destination. …

Artists Village in Santa Ana California
California / Travel / United States

A First Timer’s Guide To Santa Ana, CA: Food, Culture & Hidden Gems

October 18, 2025October 18, 2025 - by Sarah

I recently spent a few days exploring and eating my way through Santa Ana, California, and I have to say that it was very nice to be back in Orange …

Airbnb Hosting

9 Things You Should Never Have In Your Airbnb Rental Property

October 15, 2025August 15, 2026 - by Sarah

When setting up your new Airbnb rental property, it’s tempting to want to fill the space with personal touches, themed decor, and convenience items. But sometimes, less is more. Certain …

Things To Do Sitges Spain
Europe / Spain / Travel

Flying to Barcelona? Here Is Why You May Want to Visit Sitges First!

October 6, 2025June 26, 2026 - by Sarah

This year, we kicked off our annual summer trip to Europe in Spain! This was mainly because I found a great deal on direct flights from Atlanta, Georgia, to Barcelona. …

Fiji / Oceania / Travel

5 Fantastic Reasons To Visit Fiji With Teenagers

September 9, 2025September 9, 2025 - by Sarah

Are you looking for a unique place to visit with your teenagers? Consider planning a vacation in Fiji! It is a wonderful travel destination for families. On my recent trip …

Eze France Tips
Europe / France / Travel

Visiting Èze, France, And Hiking The Neitzche Path Back Down

September 8, 2025September 28, 2025 - by Sarah

Earlier this summer, we spent two and a half weeks on a European vacation with our two teenagers. After spending five nights in Spain, we flew into Nice and stayed …

Airbnb Early Check-In and Late Check-Out Requests Tips For Airbnb Hosts
Airbnb Hosting

How to Handle Airbnb Early Check-In & Late Check-Out Requests

September 7, 2025April 8, 2026 - by Sarah

Airbnb early check-in and late check-out requests are among the most common challenges Airbnb hosts face. On one hand, you want to keep guests happy (and earn 5-star reviews). On …

Ghost Town Knott's Berry Farm Buena Park
California / Travel

11 Awesome Things To Do In Buena Park With Teens (They’ll Love #2)

August 30, 2025August 30, 2025 - by Sarah

A trip to Southern California is almost always a good idea! There is so much to do and some of the best year-round weather in the United States, but sometimes …

Airbnb Basics To Buy Extras Of
Airbnb Hosting

16 Airbnb Basics Every Host Needs To Buy Multiples Of

August 27, 2025July 3, 2026 - by Sarah

For any new Airbnb host, setting up their space is often a fun and exciting yet overwhelming step. There is so much to buy! Here at Our Little Lifestyle, I …

Cap Ferrat France
Europe / France / Travel

Hiking the Cap Ferrat Coastal Path from Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

August 19, 2025July 30, 2026 - by Sarah

Earlier this summer, we took a two-week European vacation, traveling in Spain and along the French Riviera. We started in Sitges, Spain, and then spent time in Barcelona. After that, …

Mexican Wine at Alta Baja Market Santa Ana California
California / Travel / United States

Alta Baja Market Santa Ana: Mexican Wine, Micheladas, & More

August 18, 2025August 18, 2025 - by Sarah

Last week, I had the opportunity to join a small group of travel writers on a trip to Orange County in Southern California! We spent a couple of days exploring …

Kayak in Cassis Calanque National Park
Europe / France / Travel

How We Saw the Cassis Calanques in France Three Different Ways + Tips

August 7, 2025August 8, 2026 - by Sarah

This summer, our family spent four amazing days in the small French fishing village of Cassis. This stop was part of our annual two-week European vacation that took us to …

Hyatt Centric Murano Venice outside bar
Europe / Hotels / Italy / Travel

Staying At The Hyatt Centric Murano Venice Italy

August 2, 2025December 19, 2025 - by Sarah

Last summer, we had the amazing opportunity to visit the French and Italian Rivieras and then spend almost a week in Rome, Italy. At the end of the trip, we …

10 Fun Things to do in Sitges Spain
Europe / Spain / Travel

10 Fun & Easy Things to Do in Sitges, Spain

August 1, 2025June 26, 2026 - by Sarah

Our family just returned from an amazing two-week summer trip to Europe. We started our trip with two nights in Sitges, Spain, and three nights in Barcelona, Spain. We then …

Airbnb Guest Feedback
Airbnb Hosting

How to Use Guest Feedback to Improve Your Airbnb + When to Ignore It

July 28, 2025May 11, 2026 - by Sarah

Airbnb is unique for its two-way rating and review system between Airbnb hosts and guests. To be honest, Airbnb reviews give me a lot of anxiety. Seven years into my …

Valletta Malta Tours
Europe / Malta / Travel

15 Top Rated Malta Tours We Think You’ll Love

July 27, 2025July 27, 2025 - by Sarah

We recently returned from visiting Malta for a week during Abby and Jake’s spring break 2025. And, I was surprised how many people have never heard of Malta! Malta is …

Calanques Boat Tour From Cassis
Europe / France / Travel

Everything You Need To Know About Taking A Calanques Boat Tour From Cassis, France

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 - by Sarah

This summer, our family took a trip to Spain and France and spent four nights in a charming little French fishing town named Cassis. This French town is situated about …

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