Jenna Kelley

3 days ago | islands.com | Jenna Kelley

Going through airport security just got a whole lot easier with one less item to worry about. Gone are the days when you need to make sure you have all of your physical documents. As the years go on, security is revolutionizing how to safely get passengers through the TSA line in the most efficient way.

5 days ago | islands.com | Jenna Kelley

In the Pacific Northwest (PNW), you'll find quiet, underrated beach towns full of charm and art, as well breathtaking mountain peaks resembling the Swiss Alps' serenity. In this region of the U.S., it's rare to see a man in full Western garb saddled up on a horse swinging a lasso in hand; however, in Washington, it's possible. The state isn't just centered around the Space Needle, fish markets, and Olympic National Park.

5 days ago | islands.com | Jenna Kelley

It can be frustrating when you're going through the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) line and you get stopped because of an item in your bag, or you get a pat-down due to officer suspicions. You think you're acting normal, but in reality, the guards are watching you like a hawk. Safety precautions are appreciated, but we can all agree that the TSA experience is typically less than enjoyable.

1 week ago | islands.com | Jenna Kelley

Traveling the world for an extended period of time is a bucket list item for many. One can only dream about visiting continents, such as Europe or Asia, but long-term stays and sometimes even short-term stays (depending on where you go) require documentation, and the process can be tedious. Some places, like China, are enticing tourists with more leniency on short-term visas for Americans, making the most of your worries about deciding when to vacation and when not to vacation in China.

1 week ago | islands.com | Jenna Kelley

Royal Caribbean continues to raise its bar (or shall we say, anchor) for the maritime industry with the world's largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas. You'd think transforming a private island into a thrill-and-chill oasis in 2019 was enough, but the company continues to set sail through unprecedented waters, chartering a new path for the competition. It's not just the competition they're setting the stage for; they show nearly 8,000 passengers that grandeur and adventure can coexist.