Are 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.
Travelling 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.
I definitely love to travel. I also love coming home, ha. This striped look is so great!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
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
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
Feels amazing, and love how you’ve just described your own adventures Suzanne!! ? Thanks so much for the lovely comment!
Xo,
Miki
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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
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
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
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loveeeeee this romper!
Life is just Rosie
Thanks Rosie!
Xo,
Miki
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
So true! Tons of great places around the city to discover all the time! Thanks!
Xo,
Miki
such a pretty romper!!
TheVogueWord
TheVogueWord
Thanks so much.
Xo,
Miki
I love this romper on you!! Looks so cute 🙂
Xx
Molly
http://www.trendychickadee.com
Thanks so much, Molly! Have a beautiful weekend!! ?
Xo,
Miki
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
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Wow! This is beautiful and colourful. I love it.
http://www.tessyonyia.com
Thanks Tessy! Have a lovely weekend!!
Xo,
Miki
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/
Love meeting like minded outgoing travelers like yourself! Thanks so much Dee! Hope you have a great destination to go to next!
Xo,
Miki
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/
Thanks so much Sharon!
Xo,
Miki
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
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
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
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So true! I think everyone needs to try it at least once!
Xo,
Miki
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
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
Cute bag! And I’m in love with that romper!
Adi xx
fancyforrectitude.com
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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
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
I really love your dress and the whole styling, of course 🙂
Great job with this post!
xo,
Iga
http://www.STYLENIGHTCAP.com
Thanks!
Xo,
Miki
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
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
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
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
Great post! Such beautiful photos x
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Thanks!
Xo,
Miki
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
So true! Thanks so much!
Xo,
Miki
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
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
Amazing photos! Love your style!
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Thanks!
Xo,
Miki
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.
Easy to get addicted to that feeling, right? ? Thanks!!
Xo,
Miki
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
Thanks Amely,
Miki
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
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
love this striped number on you!!
xx
http://thedemeler.com
Thanks!!
Xo,
Miki
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.
Sounds amazing though. I have yet to go to Bermuda
Thanks Chris!
Xo,
Miki
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
Chic outfit!
Have a nice week-end!
Gil Zetbase
http://gilzetbase.com/
I love your look.!!It’s so magic to see new things and live new things.!!
xoxo
Fay
https://faythisway.blogspot.gr/
i love your dress! so beautiful
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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
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
I love to travel, I feel refreshed to start working on my goals but I always get terrible holiday blues ha! Lovely romper x
Loving the stripes! So chic and I love the colors.
XO, Jessi
http://www.mywhiteT.com
fabric is gorgeous! Very nice!
http://www.portiastylebook.com
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!
I love your outfit dear, just like a Mexican outfit that is perfect for summer. Great post!
xoxo, Katrina
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
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.
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
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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
Love our striped romper 🙂 xx
Obsessed! Love the over the shoulder look. You look stunning. xo
Kayla xo // Kayla’s Vibration
Love traveling so much! Best way to learn about yourself and other cultures! Loving the striped outfit!
xx
Nicole | http://toogoldstreet.com
This is so inspiring! I love the post:)
irenethayer.com
so stylish!
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Great outfit, you nailed it!
x V
http://www.sheernoir.com
Great photos! And you look so gorgeous in that cute dress! xo, Sophia from http://www.sistersandglitters.com
Wow! Beautiful colors! So vivid and perfect for the summer.
Love
http://www.mysuitcasejourneys.com
Beautiful pictures, Miki! Love your outfit so much. You look gorgeous! <3 <3
Such a cute summery colorful dress!
atsunamatsui.com
you’re soooo pretty!
Have a great weekend!
Animated Confessions
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
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Your look is so beautiful, awesome pictures darling <3
xo, Jo von http://viejola.de/
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
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