Perfect Five Day Wild Atlantic Way Itinerary
When you think of Ireland, Dublin is probably the first city that comes to mind. But when you think of Ireland’s rolling green hills and famous landmarks like the Cliffs of Moher, you’re dreaming about Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way! With more than 1500 miles of coastline along Western Ireland, the Wild Atlantic Way makes up […]
Plus Size Group Travel Trips: Travel with Me in 2024!
Looking for group travel trips curated specifically with plus size babes in mind! I got you! I partner with local tour operators who live in the destinations we visit so that they can ensure our accommodations and activities on the ground are as fat-friendly as possible. This allows me to plan group travel trips with […]
Nervous Traveler Tips
I am a nervous traveler, but I don’t let it stop me from having adventures. I’ve put together a list of nervous traveler tips that you can try if travel also gives you anxiety. Hopefully, these things will help lower your stress level when traveling! 1. Get a Seatbelt Extender – Nervous Traveler Tips LINKED […]
Plus Size Travel Clothes
The Ready to Stare team is always on the move, so plus size travel clothes are often on our minds. We’ve put together a roundup of the cutest travel pieces so that you can feel comfy and stylish at the airport, on your road trip, or en route to any destination. Plus Size Travel Clothes […]
Accessible Travel for Pride with the Friendly Like Me App!
You know that the Ready to Stare team loves to travel! We love visiting new places, adventuring, going to events, and trying new restaurants. Accessible travel is very important to us. If you’ve spent hours on Yelp, Google Earth, and social media trying to work out whether a new place is accessible for you or […]
Add These LGBTQ+ Friendly Countries to your Bucket List
Every day in the U.S., it seems that there’s a new anti-LGBTQ+ law introduced somewhere in this country. I don’t blame any of my fellow queer babes for wanting to take a trip outside the country and explore. So let’s talk about the most LGBTQ+ friendly countries to add to your travel bucket list! Safety […]
Travel-Lover Gift Guide
You know that Ready to Stare is all about making traveling more accessible, safe and fun for the plus size and LGBTQ+ traveler so we are happy to bring you this travel-lover gift guide. Snag a travel accessory for yourself or choose something to give as a gift this holiday season. These accessories and travel […]
The Cutest Plus Size Cover Ups
I love spending the day at the pool or the beach and wandering up to the boardwalk to get snacks or into a restaurant to grab a bite. I also hate changing out of a wet bathing suit to do it. Enter, a cute cover up. Plus size cover ups are not always the cutest […]
Sexy Plus Size Swimwear We Love!
Are you ready to get sexy this summer? I am so excited to show you my favorite places to shop for sexy plus size swimwear! I know it can be hard to find and I’m here to make life easier for you. Brands are finally realizing that we want what everyone else has, not the […]
Road Trips from San Diego
California is the quintessential roadtrip state. There’s something so classic about cruising the highways of the Golden State, preferably in a convertible with the top down. But if you have neither a convertible nor the luxury of time – allow me to suggest ! You get the charm of California with a mix of desert […]
Things to Do in Jacksonville Florida
When Florida comes to mind, you may think of miles of sandy beaches, shady palm trees, and cool tropical drinks. Florida is the pinnacle of relaxation – why do you think so many folks retire there? What about travelers that want a blend of both the hallmark Florida offerings and an eclectic contemporary urban city? […]
The Best Hotel in Woodstock – The Herwood Inn Review
Some oWhen you hear Woodstock, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Tie dye, hippies, a legendary music festival, the usual. While those are well and true icons of Woodstock (trust me, just a short jaunt down Tinker Street, you’ll see tie dye in every store window!), there’s another icon synonymous with the famous […]