Need to mix things up to get through these last we Need to mix things up to get through these last weeks of winter? You’ve got to try @eventures.rentals and rent a Tesla for the day (or longer!). 
Ryan and I had so much fun driving around town in a Tesla for the day. The same streets felt brand new when driving in my sweet ride. 
@eventures.rentals has a variety of electric ⚡️ vehicles that you can rent if you’re visiting, celebrating a special event or just want to try out a Tesla.  Use code “Casey” for 10% off your rental. 🙌🏻 [gifted]
G I V E A W A Y ☀️ Ryan and I had fun explor G I V E A W A Y ☀️  Ryan and I had fun exploring some of the @redwhalerentals spaces last weekend. They are so chic and cozy and I’m really excited to partner with them on a giveaway at one of their spaces. Swipe to see photos of the rental.  Are you ready for a Cincinnati staycation? I’m giving away a free 1 night stay at The Overlook Studio (a stunning Airbnb owned by @redwhalerentals) and it’s SO easy to enter...  ♥️ Make sure you’re following me
♥️ Follow @redwhalerentals
♥️ Tag a Cincinnati friend who would love to stay in one of these chic, cozy spaces! (Bonus entries when you tag more friends, in separate comments)  That’s it, you’ll be entered to win! Giveaway ends Monday 3/1 and will be contacted via DM. This giveaway isn’t associated with FB or IG.
Anyone else a bit disappointed we didn’t get the Anyone else a bit disappointed we didn’t get the ton of snow we were expecting? 😝 on one hand I’m so over winter, but on the other it’s been fun living in a winter wonderland when I can just stay home ❄️ bets on whether we’ll get a late winter snowstorm in March?! 
#lovethecov #winterincincy
GIVEAWAY 💜 Introducing @paktlifoods - a local, GIVEAWAY 💜 
Introducing @paktlifoods - a local, woman-owned business here in Cincinnati. These snack bars are inspired by Mexican alegrias and are made from 100% organic puffed amaranth, quinoa and millet. Plus, they’re so tasty! 😋 
They’re gluten-free, preservative free and all but the white chocolate are soy free and are packaged in biodegradable bags. ♻️🙌🏻
You can try them for yourself by winning a sample pack! Here’s how to enter:
⭐️ follow @paktlifoods 
⭐️ tag a friend below who should know about Paktli!
(Winner selected Thursday EOD. Giveaway is not associated with Instagram.)
#sponsored
Up to snow good with Biscuit ❄️🐈‍⬛ I kn Up to snow good with Biscuit ❄️🐈‍⬛ I know it’s just snow, but we haven’t gotten this much in snow long I can’t help but be excited. ☺️ #snowday #cincygram
A local Valentine’s Day gift idea: 💜 Macarons A local Valentine’s Day gift idea:
💜 Macarons from @macaronbar + 💐 for now 
❤️ Signing up for a future Intro to Baking Macarons class for later 
➡️ Swipe to see my proud baking moment in @macaronbar’s class at their OTR location 😜 this was really one of my favorite things I’ve done in Cincinnati. #macaronbar
Spent Sunday at @perfectnorth getting my butt kick Spent Sunday at @perfectnorth getting my butt kicked by the snow. 😹  Some tips for a fun day on the slopes ⛷ 🏂
* Avoid visiting on Saturday if you can. Sunday is slightly less busy and a weekday would be even better to avoid the crowds.
* Perfect North has rentals for almost everything you need, like all the equipment (skis, boots, helmets and even snow bibs!) but you’ll either want to bring your own goggles/sun glasses or pay $25+ to buy some
* it’s hard to find ski pants in stock anywhere, so waterproof/rain pants will work with some warm layers underneath 
* Take the lessons! They offer lessons for beginners at the top of each hour. They even have intermediate lessons or private lessons (for up to 6 people). 
* skiing was a million times easier to pickup than snowboarding - so it might be your best bet if you’re a beginner like me and don’t want to constantly fall on the hills 😅
* Stick to the small slopes until you’re really comfortable with the basics. You’ll have more fun if you know what you’re doing and you’ll be safer around others
* Have fun! 🤩 
#perfectnorthslopes #perfectnorth
Say cheese! There’s a new 🍔 spot in town and Say cheese! There’s a new 🍔 spot in town and it’s delicious. 
@jackbrownscincinnati does burgers and beers and does them well. The menu is small but full of gems like my favorite, the Elvis, which is topped with peanut butter 😍 along with mayo, bacon & cheese. The combo sounds strange, but works so well!  🍺 they also offer a massive selection of beer to wash down the 🍔🍟  Swipe for some more photos of the space, menu and the dessert 😋  #jackbrowns #burgergram #cincinnatiblogger #cincyfoodie #cincyigers
My first day of 32 was pretty great. ☺️ dinner My first day of 32 was pretty great. ☺️ dinner at @nicolasotr2 , drinks at @lytleparkhotel, a recent promotion and my first day of a new EMBA program. Hopefully next years birthday can be a big celebration (and somewhere warm 😂). Thanks for all the birthday wishes! 💜💜 #aquariusbaby
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Travel · December 30, 2019

CHESTER Carry-On Luggage Review

I’ve had the Chester carry on for a few months now and have taken several flights and weekend trips with it. The luggage has held up well and looks brand new even after being checked a few times. I’ve found it to feel really sturdy and durable while still being lightweight. I most enjoy the bright colors they have. Everyone has black luggage and it’s so easy to spot my blue carry on. I like that it comes with a TSA lock on the luggage so I don’t have to deal with finding my lock every time I take a trip. The luggage is just as spacious as my other carryons and it was pretty easy to adapt to the clam shell style. The price is so much better than comparable styles.

I’ve been using the Chester Carry-On 22” Luggage for quite a few months now and have really put it through the test with plenty of travel.
I’ve used it as a carry-on but it’s also been checked luggage a few times and has held up really well.

Is CHESTER luggage durable?

Very! I had to retire my previous luggage after it was pretty much destroyed during the times I had to check my luggage at the airport. With the CHESTER carry-on I’ve had to check it probably 5+ times now. Sometimes I need to travel with more liquids than allowed in a carry-on so it’s been my choice and a few times I’ve had to gate check on smaller size airplanes that aren’t allowing carry-on luggage. Compared to my soft-side luggage, I also find that the CHESTER carry-on doesn’t get top heavy and is really easy to maneuver in the airport.

Security Features of CHESTER Luggage

The CHESTER carry-on and all of the line’s luggage comes with built-in TSA approved locks. I love that I don’t have to search for my separate lock every time I’m traveling and instead it’s built in. I’ve had no issues from TSA regarding this lock and it’s never been stuck or anything like that so I expect it to last a long time.

Style & Color of CHESTER Luggage

One of the reasons I hesitated on getting hardcase luggage was because I was really wary of the clamshell style. By that I mean the luggage opens up in the middle and you pack each side versus soft-side luggage where you just open from the top and can stack up everything inside.

I have adapted to the clamshell style really quickly. I use one side for clothing and the other side for hair tools, beauty/hair products, snacks, cords, etc. Each side is zippered close on the inside as well so everything is nice and secure and doesn’t shift around as much in flight.

Lastly, I love the color. I hope Chester continues to create more colorful luggage. It’s so much easier to spot your luggage when it’s not black or some dark grey like everyone else. The light blue has a few small scruffs that aren’t really noticeable and I’ve been able to wipe them off with some cleaner, so I haven’t experienced any issues by having a light blue shade.

CHESTER Luggage vs. AWAY Luggage

In my opinion, there doesn’t appear to be a huge difference between these two brands. The AwayLuggage has a built-in battery pack, but I personally don’t find that to be that great of a feature. I usually carry an extra battery pack charger for my phone in my purse anyway and if you have to check your bag, the airline will ask you to remove the battery from the luggage which seems like a hassle.

Additionally, the Away brand is more expensive. And the recent news about their CEO makes me glad not to support their brand. Chester is a family-owned company and from what I can tell treats their employees fairly.

You can find Chester luggage on ChesterTravels.com as well as Amazon and Walmart.

CHESTER provided me with this luggage in exchange for a review, however, all opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make CaseyLaVie.com possible.

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Need to mix things up to get through these last we Need to mix things up to get through these last weeks of winter? You’ve got to try @eventures.rentals and rent a Tesla for the day (or longer!). 
Ryan and I had so much fun driving around town in a Tesla for the day. The same streets felt brand new when driving in my sweet ride. 
@eventures.rentals has a variety of electric ⚡️ vehicles that you can rent if you’re visiting, celebrating a special event or just want to try out a Tesla.  Use code “Casey” for 10% off your rental. 🙌🏻 [gifted]
G I V E A W A Y ☀️ Ryan and I had fun explor G I V E A W A Y ☀️  Ryan and I had fun exploring some of the @redwhalerentals spaces last weekend. They are so chic and cozy and I’m really excited to partner with them on a giveaway at one of their spaces. Swipe to see photos of the rental.  Are you ready for a Cincinnati staycation? I’m giving away a free 1 night stay at The Overlook Studio (a stunning Airbnb owned by @redwhalerentals) and it’s SO easy to enter...  ♥️ Make sure you’re following me
♥️ Follow @redwhalerentals
♥️ Tag a Cincinnati friend who would love to stay in one of these chic, cozy spaces! (Bonus entries when you tag more friends, in separate comments)  That’s it, you’ll be entered to win! Giveaway ends Monday 3/1 and will be contacted via DM. This giveaway isn’t associated with FB or IG.
Anyone else a bit disappointed we didn’t get the Anyone else a bit disappointed we didn’t get the ton of snow we were expecting? 😝 on one hand I’m so over winter, but on the other it’s been fun living in a winter wonderland when I can just stay home ❄️ bets on whether we’ll get a late winter snowstorm in March?! 
#lovethecov #winterincincy
GIVEAWAY 💜 Introducing @paktlifoods - a local, GIVEAWAY 💜 
Introducing @paktlifoods - a local, woman-owned business here in Cincinnati. These snack bars are inspired by Mexican alegrias and are made from 100% organic puffed amaranth, quinoa and millet. Plus, they’re so tasty! 😋 
They’re gluten-free, preservative free and all but the white chocolate are soy free and are packaged in biodegradable bags. ♻️🙌🏻
You can try them for yourself by winning a sample pack! Here’s how to enter:
⭐️ follow @paktlifoods 
⭐️ tag a friend below who should know about Paktli!
(Winner selected Thursday EOD. Giveaway is not associated with Instagram.)
#sponsored
Up to snow good with Biscuit ❄️🐈‍⬛ I kn Up to snow good with Biscuit ❄️🐈‍⬛ I know it’s just snow, but we haven’t gotten this much in snow long I can’t help but be excited. ☺️ #snowday #cincygram
A local Valentine’s Day gift idea: 💜 Macarons A local Valentine’s Day gift idea:
💜 Macarons from @macaronbar + 💐 for now 
❤️ Signing up for a future Intro to Baking Macarons class for later 
➡️ Swipe to see my proud baking moment in @macaronbar’s class at their OTR location 😜 this was really one of my favorite things I’ve done in Cincinnati. #macaronbar
Spent Sunday at @perfectnorth getting my butt kick Spent Sunday at @perfectnorth getting my butt kicked by the snow. 😹  Some tips for a fun day on the slopes ⛷ 🏂
* Avoid visiting on Saturday if you can. Sunday is slightly less busy and a weekday would be even better to avoid the crowds.
* Perfect North has rentals for almost everything you need, like all the equipment (skis, boots, helmets and even snow bibs!) but you’ll either want to bring your own goggles/sun glasses or pay $25+ to buy some
* it’s hard to find ski pants in stock anywhere, so waterproof/rain pants will work with some warm layers underneath 
* Take the lessons! They offer lessons for beginners at the top of each hour. They even have intermediate lessons or private lessons (for up to 6 people). 
* skiing was a million times easier to pickup than snowboarding - so it might be your best bet if you’re a beginner like me and don’t want to constantly fall on the hills 😅
* Stick to the small slopes until you’re really comfortable with the basics. You’ll have more fun if you know what you’re doing and you’ll be safer around others
* Have fun! 🤩 
#perfectnorthslopes #perfectnorth
Say cheese! There’s a new 🍔 spot in town and Say cheese! There’s a new 🍔 spot in town and it’s delicious. 
@jackbrownscincinnati does burgers and beers and does them well. The menu is small but full of gems like my favorite, the Elvis, which is topped with peanut butter 😍 along with mayo, bacon & cheese. The combo sounds strange, but works so well!  🍺 they also offer a massive selection of beer to wash down the 🍔🍟  Swipe for some more photos of the space, menu and the dessert 😋  #jackbrowns #burgergram #cincinnatiblogger #cincyfoodie #cincyigers
My first day of 32 was pretty great. ☺️ dinner My first day of 32 was pretty great. ☺️ dinner at @nicolasotr2 , drinks at @lytleparkhotel, a recent promotion and my first day of a new EMBA program. Hopefully next years birthday can be a big celebration (and somewhere warm 😂). Thanks for all the birthday wishes! 💜💜 #aquariusbaby
Find your sole mate at @oakleyfishhouse with their Find your sole mate at @oakleyfishhouse with their fintastic seafood dishes 😍 
No need to be koi - make your weekend dinner plans now. 🙌🏻  Here’s what I enjoyed during a recent visit:
• Mussels ⭐️ 
• Ahi Tuna 
• Jumbo Crabcake ⭐️ 
• Lobster 🦞 Bisque 
• Stuffed Sole ⭐️ 
• Shrimp 🍤 Gnocchi 
• Mediterranean Fish Stew ⭐️ 
————————— 
While I don’t think you can go wrong with any of the dishes, I’ve starred ⭐️ my favorites.  Which one would you like to try?! 
#cincyeats #oakeyfishhouse

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