Cheryl Nelson
The Gift of Preparedness {TRAVEL + LEISURE}
Give the gift of preparedness this holiday season. Thanks to Travel + Leisure Co. and writer Kevin Brouillard for featuring me in your...
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In The News / Blog
Cheryl Nelson
- Nov 22, 2023
- 1 min
6 Things You Didn't Know About Turbulence {Best Life}
The holiday season is upon us and for many of us, that means TRAVEL. If you are traveling via commercial aircraft, you may encounter some...
Cheryl Nelson
- Aug 10, 2023
- 1 min
Ew! Think Twice Before Wearing Your Swimsuit Again Before Washing It... {Scary Mommy}
August is a popular time of year for beach vacations. As back-to-school season approaches, many families are escaping to the beach for...
Cheryl Nelson
- Aug 3, 2023
- 1 min
Don't Take These Foods Through Airport Security {Best Life}
If you fly often, you've most likely learned to stash some food in your carry-on bag, especially if you have an economy seat on a long...
Cheryl Nelson
- Aug 3, 2023
- 1 min
Items That Will Get Flagged At TSA {Best Life}
We've all been there... running late for a flight and in a hurry as we move through TSA, trying to make it to the gate before the final...
Cheryl Nelson
- Mar 2, 2023
- 1 min
Why Do Some Clothes Smell Funky After Washing Them? {Life Savvy}
Have you ever noticed that no matter how much detergent you add to the washing machine, some garments still smell funky after washing? ...
Cheryl Nelson
- Feb 27, 2023
- 1 min
How Clean Do You Think Your Dish Towels Are? {Southern Living}
Most people have a couple dish towels hanging in their kitchen and we don't realize how quickly these towels can start to smell like...
Cheryl Nelson
- Feb 15, 2023
- 1 min
The Dos and Don'ts of Carrying Medication Through Airport TSA {BEST LIFE}
As a frequent traveler, I have packing down to a science. However, when I suffered a serious illness in 2022 with a long recovery, the...
Cheryl Nelson
- Feb 1, 2023
- 1 min
Uh Oh. You Probably Don't Wash Your PJs, Sheets and Towels Enough... (SCARY MOMMY)
Warm beds. Cozy pjs. Fuzzy towels. We enjoy these small luxuries. However, if you don't wash these items enough, you might be...
Cheryl Nelson
- Jan 29, 2023
- 1 min
Can You Get Something back from TSA Security? {BEST LIFE}
It's the worst when TSA airport security finds something in your luggage that you forgot was in there. I'm guilty of forgetting about my...
Cheryl Nelson
- Jan 25, 2023
- 1 min
Don't Bring These Foods Through TSA Security {BEST LIFE}
I get it. We all have our favorite snacks. I'll admit that I usually bring my own snacks on my commercial flights. But before you pack...
Cheryl Nelson
- Jan 16, 2023
- 1 min
Why it's Important to Have a Travel Back-up Plan (WASHINGTON POST)
If you traveled over the December 2022 holidays, you probably wished you had a travel back-up plan. An intense storm system, the coldest...
Cheryl Nelson
- Jan 13, 2023
- 1 min
Post 'College Winter Break' Tips and Tricks (BUSINESS WIRE)
Getting back into routines after winter break can be difficult for many students, after having weeks off from schoolwork, a lot of free...
Cheryl Nelson
- Jan 5, 2023
- 1 min
What NOT to Wear Through Airport Security (Best Life)
No one wants to be "that person" in the airport security line... you know, the one who holds up the line because there are too many items...
Cheryl Nelson
- Jan 5, 2023
- 1 min
Winter Packing Tips (BabyBoomster)
Planning a winter getaway but aren't sure how to keep your bag less than the 50 lbs limit for many airlines? Learn the best items to...
Cheryl Nelson
- Jan 3, 2023
- 1 min
How and Why Travel Can Help Us Become Better People (AUTHORITY MAGAZINE feature)
GRATITUDE. Take a pause and look at your surroundings. Look around in your own community. Look around when you travel. Be thankful for...
Cheryl Nelson
- Dec 14, 2022
- 1 min
Don't Try to Take These Items Through TSA Security (BestLife)
Ahh the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. We're shopping, cooking, cleaning and probably traveling. If you plan to travel by air,...
Cheryl Nelson
- Sep 25, 2022
- 1 min
Flood Safety Tips You Need to Know (SELF Magazine)
Flooding can happen anywhere... in all 50 U.S. States...and even in areas that are not FEMA-designated flood zones. How prepared are you...
Cheryl Nelson
- Sep 2, 2022
- 1 min
5 Carry-On Bag Rules You Need to Know (Well + Good)
If you have an upcoming trip planned via the friendly skies, you don't want to be the person who holds up the line at the TSA security...
Cheryl Nelson
- Jul 15, 2022
- 1 min
Travel Preparedness for Hotel and Airbnb Stays (HuffPost)
How safe do you feel when you travel? Do you feel more safe staying at a hotel or an Airbnb/Vrbo rental? I discussed some travel...
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