That Travel Bug

August 18, 2016

New Travel AdventuresAre you a travel addict? A person who loves to explore?  I got bitten by the travel bug as a teen when I first took a 2 week trip to Japan and years later, the time I’ve spent on the road and out of country has continued to grow. The most magnificent thing about travelling, is that there is always something new you learn about yourself.

New Travel AdventuresNew Travel AdventuresNew Travel AdventuresNew Travel AdventuresNew Travel AdventuresNew Travel AdventuresNew Travel AdventuresTravelling shapes who we are. Time and time again, when I venture off to another country, I get re-inspired and my mind is filled with new ideas; I feel completely refreshed and get clarity on so many thoughts that cloud my vision and continue swimming through my head.

Every time I travel alone, this bubble of excitement and nervousness builds up inside, and the new adventure is the creamy ice cream and the impact it leaves behind is always the cherry on top. Being on your own in a place that’s completely new or unfamiliar to you can be a little daunting for the first time,  but if you accept the adventure head on, it can be the most liberating feeling in the world.  It’s like stage fright – a little scary, but when you get out there, you get a rush of nerves and excitement, but you know it’ll be more than okay – it’ll be incredible.  A moment that’ll forever shape who you are and forge a special place in your heart.

I hope you all find your own special adventure this weekend – a day that fills you with happiness and inspiration.

What activities spark inspiration for you or helps you feel refreshed? I’d love to hear! If you enjoyed this post, please comment below.

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Xo,

Miki

Photo credit to my one and only, Rise Again BJJ.

Outfit: Romper available here. Bag by See by Chloe (old). Sandals available here. Hat available here

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  • Amy Arnold August 18, 2016 at 6:19 am

    I definitely love to travel. I also love coming home, ha. This striped look is so great!

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

    • Miki August 26, 2016 at 12:04 am

      I don’t blame you. definitely can be so exhausting when you’re always on the go, Ann! One thing that I love is returning to one bed. lol
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Susanne - Bag at you August 18, 2016 at 6:45 am

    I absolutely love your outfit!! I also love to travel, whether we visit a far exotic place, or some new spot in California where we drive by car, it always feels like the ultimate freedom. I re-charge my battery when I travel as well! Xx Susanne – http://bagatyou.com

    • Miki August 26, 2016 at 12:10 am

      Feels amazing, and love how you’ve just described your own adventures Suzanne!! ? Thanks so much for the lovely comment!
      Xo,
      Miki
      https://mikialamode.com

  • Sister Tales August 18, 2016 at 7:34 am

    I love reading about travel and how other people love it as well, I know you asked what makes me feel refreshed and this ties in to my favorite place on earth ( I actually did a post about it a while back) But Maui is my all time favorite place. Bills, adulting, crap just doesnt exist when I am there, I am at complete zen! I love it so much, I’ve been three times and this January I am actually trying out Kauai! Awesome blog, and way to kill it with the dress!
    xoxo, simona and indre

    http://www.sistertalessite.com

    • Miki August 26, 2016 at 12:11 am

      Sounds amazing Simone & Andre. Hawaii is on my list and funny enough, it’s cheaper to fly from Toronto than LA, so maybe when i go home for a visit, I’ll fly over!

      Xo,
      Miki

  • Amanda August 18, 2016 at 8:09 am

    Girl! Everyone has been killing my with these colorful vertical stripes lately! I can’t get over them and have no idea how I don’t own any yet! You look amazing beauty! And I’m right there with you on traveling but I have two under 3 right now which makes it virtually impossible! Have a wonderful day!

    Amanda | ASparklingStickyStyle.com

    Instagram | Manda_Lee_Smith

  • rosie August 18, 2016 at 9:49 am

    loveeeeee this romper!

    Life is just Rosie

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 8:37 am

      Thanks Rosie!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Kelsie Galis August 18, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    I love finding new places- whether it’s a new beach spot, a cute coffee place, or a new restaurant! I love traveling, but I love exploring LA too- I never run out of new places to visit!

    -Kelsie
    http://www.designlifediaires.com

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 8:38 am

      So true! Tons of great places around the city to discover all the time! Thanks!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • vanessa August 18, 2016 at 12:44 pm

    such a pretty romper!!

    TheVogueWord
    TheVogueWord

    • Miki August 26, 2016 at 3:07 pm

      Thanks so much.
      Xo,
      Miki

  • molly August 18, 2016 at 2:53 pm

    I love this romper on you!! Looks so cute 🙂

    Xx
    Molly
    http://www.trendychickadee.com

    • Miki August 26, 2016 at 3:13 pm

      Thanks so much, Molly! Have a beautiful weekend!! ?
      Xo,
      Miki

  • sharon August 18, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    I definitely have the travel bug but I haven’t traveled much this year. Hopefull, next year will be different 😀 Great style and photos<3
    http://www.sharinaone.com/

  • Tessy August 18, 2016 at 4:58 pm

    Wow! This is beautiful and colourful. I love it.

    http://www.tessyonyia.com

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 8:38 am

      Thanks Tessy! Have a lovely weekend!!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Dee August 18, 2016 at 8:10 pm

    I would say I am definitely one of those travel addicts! I love getting lost and exploring new places, it’s a great feeling to meet new people and experience new adventures! Love this vibrant romper you have on btw, looks like a perfect one-piece for travel!

    Dee
    http://www.urbanchicblvd.com/

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 8:42 am

      Love meeting like minded outgoing travelers like yourself! Thanks so much Dee! Hope you have a great destination to go to next!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Sharon Wu August 18, 2016 at 11:28 pm

    Beautiful dress and I absolutely love your dainty jewelry! Your style is perfect, Miki! Thanks for sharing with us xo, sharon

    http://www.stylelullaby.com/beauty/radiant-skin/

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 8:43 am

      Thanks so much Sharon!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • The Fashion Folks August 19, 2016 at 2:13 am

    Love to travel alone too, it can’t really be described until experienced. It’s so weird, nervous but also rewarding and really makes you learn a lot about yourself! Perhaps a cliché, but so true! Xx

    http://www.thefashionfolks.com

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 8:46 am

      I agree. Someone once said the same thing to me about sky diving. You can’t really describe it exactly but worth doing. 🙂
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Jenn August 19, 2016 at 5:04 am

    First of all, gorgeous dress! Second, I was bitten by the travel bug too. There is always something to discover and experience when you travel and that is the exciting part. I have traveled alone only once and I would definitely want to do it again. It is a little daunting but when you overcome that phase you will see how refreshing, exciting and educational it can be. 🙂

    Jenn
    The Pink Lemonade Girl
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    • miki August 27, 2016 at 8:47 am

      So true! I think everyone needs to try it at least once!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Carmen August 19, 2016 at 6:55 am

    Oh yes I AM a travel addict 😉 And I love your post and reading your experiences! So amazing how much you learned about yourself. I love this look here, the dress is so cute!
    xx, Carmen – http://www.carmitive.com

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 8:51 am

      Thanks so much Carmen! I love reading about others travels too. It always make me add more destinations to the list! ? Thanks so much!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Adi August 19, 2016 at 8:31 am

    Cute bag! And I’m in love with that romper!
    Adi xx
    fancyforrectitude.com
    instagram.com/fancycorrectitude

  • emily August 19, 2016 at 8:55 am

    I love to travel too! It’s a bit harder now with a young child, but we still like to get away at least once a year!
    Ps. This dress is gorgeous on you!
    x Emily
    http://shedoes.com.au

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 9:00 am

      Aww cute! You get new adventures with a kid though, which in itself is different and can be as fun as you make it, right? ?
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Iga Parker August 19, 2016 at 10:02 am

    I really love your dress and the whole styling, of course 🙂
    Great job with this post!

    xo,
    Iga
    http://www.STYLENIGHTCAP.com

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 9:01 am

      Thanks!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Nora Gouma August 19, 2016 at 11:01 am

    Great post, I love it, love travelling as well. I have been to many places, Japan will be the next destination, at the moment I am in Nice (south France). Your dress is absolutely fabulous, thanks for sharing, you look stunning!!!

    xxx

    http://www.modelonamission.com

    • miki August 30, 2016 at 11:13 am

      Thanks! Ohh. I have be ever been to Nice. I also love Japan! Enjoy your trip! Can’t wait to see the pictures!

      Xo,
      Miki

  • Emily August 19, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    Of course I love this post. Once you get bit, there’s no going back. I love that each time I travel, I too learn something new about myself. I wish I could live out my days traveling! But I am grateful for a lot of the things I’ve gotten to experience so far that I know a lot of people haven’t. I think the best part about traveling is picking where you’ll go and just planning the whole thing out. I could spend hours and hours planning a perfect vacation! 🙂

    -Emily http://www.coatandcoffee.com

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 9:06 am

      Ooh. I haven’t been to Nice yet. Sounds great! Japan is so beautiful. You’ll love it there! Have an amazing time!! Thanks!
      Xo,
      Miki

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 9:06 am

      Thanks!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Livia Pangdoko August 19, 2016 at 7:37 pm

    nice post! I love travelling too, Its a time to pause real life for awhile, and strolling new places 🙂 anyway loveeeee your romper so much! Pretty as always <3

    xx,
    http://www.liviapangdoko.com

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 9:10 am

      So true! Thanks so much!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Rai August 19, 2016 at 10:03 pm

    Firstly, love the metaphor of ice cream. You know how much I love me my ice cream ;P
    Secondly, love this post! It’s true that you learn about yourself over and over. My last travels was a Uni trip to China but that would’ve been about a year and a half ago now! I’m really keen to be going to NZ with my family then alone to Europe and America! Can’t wait for the lessons I learn, the ups and downs and all the people and places I’ll see! xx

    Rai | utterardour.blogspot.com

    • miki August 27, 2016 at 9:14 am

      Sounds like an epic trip. I can’t wait to see your pictures and blog posts!! I’ve never been to New Zealand before but worked with a bunch of Maori people, who were so awesome. Would love to visit and check out the landscapes myself! Thanks!

      Xo,
      Miki

  • Josipa August 19, 2016 at 10:14 pm

    Amazing photos! Love your style!

    Blog: http://curlyjosephine.blogspot.ba/
    Bloglovin’: https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/curly-josephine-18174669

    • miki August 30, 2016 at 11:24 am

      Thanks!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Kasie Chelanne August 19, 2016 at 11:38 pm

    This is such a fabulous travel outfit, stylish, comfortable and perfect for any location. I love travel for the same reasons you do, it pushes you out of your comfort zone and gives you an entirely new perspective on life and yourself.

    • miki August 30, 2016 at 11:25 am

      Easy to get addicted to that feeling, right? ? Thanks!!

      Xo,
      Miki

  • Amely Rose August 20, 2016 at 4:05 am

    Thanks so much for the comment on my latest post
    it means so much to be and Iwanted to say THANK YOU in a more personal way.
    you are amazing.

    with love your AMELY ROSE

    • miki August 30, 2016 at 11:25 am

      Thanks Amely,
      Miki

  • Dora Toubanaki August 20, 2016 at 11:01 am

    Who does not love traveling?? I had the chance to travel alone this Summer and I was so scared/exited! It was cancelled though! I wish I can to it sometime!!
    Love the dress!
    Dora http://www.BangsBang.com

    • miki August 30, 2016 at 11:30 am

      That sucks it was cancelled. Hope you get to travel again soon! You’ll be surprised. There are some people that love to return home, but I always love being on the move. Maybe if I traveled for a couple of years, i’d miss home though. lol

      Xo,
      Miki

  • DEMELER August 20, 2016 at 11:07 am

    love this striped number on you!!
    xx
    http://thedemeler.com

    • miki August 30, 2016 at 11:30 am

      Thanks!!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Chris August 20, 2016 at 11:59 am

    There is something about going to a new place alone. My first real adventure alone was Bermuda. It was an amazing experience and yes, liberating.

    • miki August 30, 2016 at 11:35 am

      Sounds amazing though. I have yet to go to Bermuda

      Thanks Chris!
      Xo,
      Miki

  • Lauren Nakagawa August 20, 2016 at 3:38 pm

    Thoroughly enjoyed this post, you look lovely. Just a few quick trips here and there this year, but I’m most looking forward to Puerto Vallarta in the Fall!

    Wishing you well,

    Lauren
    http://www.shoesandsashimi.com

  • Gil Zetbase August 21, 2016 at 2:47 am

    Chic outfit!
    Have a nice week-end!
    Gil Zetbase
    http://gilzetbase.com/

  • Fay August 21, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    I love your look.!!It’s so magic to see new things and live new things.!!
    xoxo
    Fay

    https://faythisway.blogspot.gr/

  • carolina August 21, 2016 at 8:13 pm

    i love your dress! so beautiful

    http://www.carolinapinglo.com/

  • Angelie Pangilinan August 22, 2016 at 2:22 am

    I believe I’ve been bitten by a travel bug lately! Can’t help but fall inlove with the idea of travelling!

    Angelie // Bohol 2016 Travel Diary

  • Face to Curls August 22, 2016 at 10:13 am

    Love the outfit Miki! So beautiful and colorful. As I told you, haven’t traveled at all this year but hopefully, next year will be different. Have fun in Europe! xo

    Ann-Marie | http://facetocurls.com

  • Maya August 22, 2016 at 12:05 pm

    I love to travel, I feel refreshed to start working on my goals but I always get terrible holiday blues ha! Lovely romper x

  • Jessi Malay August 22, 2016 at 2:29 pm

    Loving the stripes! So chic and I love the colors.

    XO, Jessi
    http://www.mywhiteT.com

  • portiastylebook August 22, 2016 at 2:47 pm

    fabric is gorgeous! Very nice!

    http://www.portiastylebook.com

  • Rae August 22, 2016 at 11:53 pm

    I’ve recently been bitten by the travelling bug too. Just booked up 4 holidays for the next year and I’m so excited to explore some new parts of the World. You’re so right travelling always inspires me and I always find it helps put things into perspective!

  • Katrina Fernandez August 23, 2016 at 12:41 am

    I love your outfit dear, just like a Mexican outfit that is perfect for summer. Great post!

    xoxo, Katrina

  • Vanessa August 23, 2016 at 8:27 am

    LOVED this post, Miki! I am a travel bug myself — nothing is more fulfilling but traveling the world!! On a different note, you look as gorge as ever! Love your smile!
    I hope your day is as beautiful as you are!
    xoxo, Vanessa
    http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com

  • Luci's Morsels August 23, 2016 at 11:16 am

    What a great way to get ready for a trip! Positive thoughts, yet travel alone would be a little scary! Love your inspiration! Thanks for sharing!

    Luci’s Morsels | fashion. food. frivolity.

  • yuka August 23, 2016 at 11:27 am

    yes! definitely love to travel although I wish I had more time to do it. I love this look on you, the colors on the dress are so cute. So where is your next travel destination? I’m still trying to choose mine lol

    http://www.prettyinleather.net

  • Jalisa August 23, 2016 at 11:29 am

    You look absolutely gorgeous, girl! I love this striped romper, the colors are so pretty and l love that it’s off the shoulder, it add s nice feminine flare! I’ve never traveled alone before, but it does sound quite exciting and liberating; I always admire those who do. I hope you’re having the best time exploring and thank you so much for sharing, beauty!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    http://www.thestylecontour.com

  • jasna August 23, 2016 at 3:08 pm

    Love our striped romper 🙂 xx

  • kayla kruse August 23, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    Obsessed! Love the over the shoulder look. You look stunning. xo
    Kayla xo // Kayla’s Vibration

  • Nicole August 23, 2016 at 11:27 pm

    Love traveling so much! Best way to learn about yourself and other cultures! Loving the striped outfit!

    xx

    Nicole | http://toogoldstreet.com

  • Iryna Kharchenko August 24, 2016 at 10:47 am

    This is so inspiring! I love the post:)

    irenethayer.com

  • the Fashion Matters August 24, 2016 at 3:04 pm

    so stylish!

    The Fashion Matters- Travel & Fashion blog | Instagram: TheFashionMatters

  • Vanessa August 24, 2016 at 3:11 pm

    Great outfit, you nailed it!

    x V

    http://www.sheernoir.com

  • Sophia August 24, 2016 at 8:21 pm

    Great photos! And you look so gorgeous in that cute dress! xo, Sophia from http://www.sistersandglitters.com

  • JASCHEN August 24, 2016 at 9:48 pm

    Wow! Beautiful colors! So vivid and perfect for the summer.

    Love
    http://www.mysuitcasejourneys.com

  • Kavya August 25, 2016 at 7:40 am

    Beautiful pictures, Miki! Love your outfit so much. You look gorgeous! <3 <3

  • Atsuna Matsui August 25, 2016 at 7:25 pm

    Such a cute summery colorful dress!

    atsunamatsui.com

  • Sybil August 25, 2016 at 7:38 pm

    you’re soooo pretty!

    Have a great weekend!
    Animated Confessions

  • Margaret August 25, 2016 at 8:08 pm

    For sure traveling shapes who you are, especially in solo form. I have had several life changing trips that I am forever grateful for myself being so determined to go and become who I am today! Btw, love your colourful off shoulder dress!

    xo Margaret
    http://www.maleemaleehong.com | http://www.facebook.com/maleemaleehong

  • Jo August 26, 2016 at 1:18 am

    Your look is so beautiful, awesome pictures darling <3

    xo, Jo von http://viejola.de/

  • Konstancja August 26, 2016 at 7:53 pm

    I have the same romper from Asos and it’s my absolute favorite for hot summer days! So cool seeing how you styled it!
    XO
    https://vogue-ish.com/