Girl On the Go – A personal blog about travel, taste, truth and trying new things

Girl On the Go – A personal blog about travel, taste, truth and trying new things

Meet Renee Waldmeister, one of the authors of Shape.com. If you're into food, fun and travel, she's your girl. Join Renee every Tuesday and Thursday as she shares some of her favorite thoughts, stories, and ideas for making the most of life. You'll hear all about their adventures in the most remote corners of the world - plus great tips on how to get there, where to stay and what to do. If you're interested in food, check out her "Taste Tuesdays" to steal some of Renee's favorite recipes from both her own kitchen and some of the amazing chefs she meets on her travels. And don't forget to listen to Renee's thoughts on healthy living, fashion, fitness and beauty. For Renee, it's about getting the most out of life, challenging yourself, being adventurous and stepping out of your comfort zone to experience new things. We love Renee's fresh look at life and we hope you will too.

Thursday, September 15, 2011: Try it

3 tools to help you have a good hair day every day

When it comes to our physical appearance, it goes without saying that when we look pretty we feel pretty. And when it comes to what we use to make ourselves pretty, we have many options. Read more>>

Tuesday, September 13, 2011: Travel

A girl's international journey on the go

For all the girls out there who dream of traveling but can't seem to find the perfect buddy to accompany them on their trips, I have found the most important advice for you. Read more>>

Thursday 8/9/11: Try it

Running wild with emotions

I'm not a runner. At least that's what I kept telling myself until one day I put on a pair of running shoes and started running, not knowing where I would end up. Read more>>

Tuesday 9/6/11: Try it

3 delicious fall cocktails to transition from summer to fall

I've never felt a sense of depression in my life when ordering a glass of my favorite red wine, but that's exactly how I felt the other night when I realized summer was coming to an end. Read more>>

Thursday, August 25, 2011: Truth

4 essential scented candles

I am obsessed with scented candles, the glow of light they provide and the pleasant smell they leave in my home. Read more>>

Tuesday, August 23, 2011: Try it

Stay healthy on the go: Healthy snack ideas for on the go

Traveling often requires chaos, last-minute packing and, if you're anything like me, a mad dash to the grocery store to grab the necessary items to keep that good old belly tied down to prevent indulging in junk food at the airport. So, for all my fellow travelers out there, you'll love this handy snack guide that I put together with the help of foodie expert, Food Network star, and best-selling author Lisa Lillien. Read more>>

Thursday, August 18, 2011: Truth

Gastronomically Correct: Ways to Relieve Stomach Discomfort

The truth is, I have bloating. I have gas and lots of it. I'm pretty sure there are days when I could fill up a car for a cross-country trip with the amounts of gas my body produces. For as long as I can remember, my family and friends have made fun of me because I always complained about how my stomach hurts...Read more>>

Tuesday, August 16, 2011: Try it

Renee's favorite restaurant experiences and the meaning behind them

The last week has been incredibly busy and full of social events than usual. Over the weekend I began to reflect on everything that had happened and was struck by two facts. Read more>>

Thursday 11/8/11: Try it

The Art of Accessories with LOFT Senior Stylist Lisa Bradkin

It was a humbling moment when I was asked to join the LOFT Girl Ambassador Program, which was launched earlier this year... Read more>>

Tuesday, September 8, 2011: Travel

Trips of a Lifetime, Part 1: Rafting the Grand Canyon

I was most fortunate to be “mobile”; hence the title “Girl-on-the-Go” for my blog. I've been blessed with an internet-based career where I've worked for great companies that value work-life balance Read more>>

Thursday, August 4, 2011: Truth

A matter of will

I would never claim these words as my own, but somewhere along the way I caught them and because of the impact they have had on my life, I want to share them with you. Read more>>

Tuesday, August 2, 2011: Try it

Drink Up to Slim Down: 3 delicious, healthy and easy smoothie recipes

There's nothing I hate more than craving something like a refreshing smoothie on a hot summer day or being forced to... Read more>> after a long, productive workout

Thursday, 7-28-11: Try it

CrossFit: The ultimate training challenge

I think it's safe to say that I have a family that is moderately obsessed with each other. We are unique in that my twin sister Rachel and I came into this world on the exact same day my brother showed up, just two years later. So we all have the same birthday (July 25th), we are all Leos and we are all tolerably unhinged...Read more >>

Tuesday, July 26, 2011: Travel

Weekend Getaways: Sweet, Sultry Summer in Savannah, Georgia

Anyone who knows me well knows that I like being away from New York as much as I like being there. Weekend trips are my absolute favorite and a great way to explore new areas, spend quality time with friends and create new memories with the eternal desire to push myself beyond my comfort zone... Read more >>

Thursday, July 21, 2011: Truth

10 ways to relax in bed

When I was visiting my sister a while back, we were laying in her bed together talking while her husband was out of town (which we often do but never say. Shh!). We realized that our #1 favorite place in the whole wide world is in our beds...Read more>>

Tuesday, July 19, 2011: Try it

Make the perfect summer salad

The absolute easiest thing to make on a hot summer night is salad. Cooking has become something I've really grown to love, but I'll be the first to admit that it's time consuming and requires a certain level of dedication to do... Read more >>

Thursday, 7-14-11: Try it

Ellen Piccolo's 5 summer fashion must-haves

Ellen Piccolo, Tommy Bahamas fashion guru, dear friend and the most fashionable woman I know, always inspires my sense of style. I firmly believe that I would be robbing the world of something special if I didn't take this opportunity to let them talk to us about fashion...Read more >>

Tuesday, December 7, 2011: Travel

Heavenly Places to Rest, Part 1

I'm such a sucker for finding the best places to rest while spending time away from home. I usually spend hours reading reviews on websites and emailing friends to get feedback on their experiences... Read more >>

Thursday, July 7, 2011: Truth

Sexy swimsuits for every bust size

Bigger breasts make the simple things in life more difficult than they should be. I don't necessarily speak from experience; I'm just saying. For example, things like running at full speed or even trotting become arduous and somewhat painful experiences. Read more >>

Tuesday, May 7, 2011: Try it

Thinking about the importance of food

One thing I love to do is read my magazines in bed, with pen and paper nearby, ready to capture the profound things I learn. I have always sworn by food and its importance in our social lives. Read more >>

Tuesday, June 28, 2011: Travel

TSA approved beauty products for your next trip

Meet Alexi Mintz, co-founder of 3Floz.com, one of the more brilliantly thought out ideas I've heard of in a while. 3Floz.com is exactly what you think it is, a one-stop shop for all your favorite TSA friendly beauty products. Read more >>

Thursday, June 23, 2011: Truth

Are you skinny fat?

One of my best friends, Kelly, who you'll hear a lot about on this blog, was 29 years old, married, and had just had her first baby; a beautiful girl named Chloe Marion. You see, Kelly is one of many who have (or will eventually have) children who are battling what she elegantly refers to as "skinny fat." Read more >>

Tuesday, June 21, 2011: Try it

Clean Plates author Jared Koch on healthy eating, healthy eating and more

Living in New York has given me many amazing experiences and exposure to just as many amazing people, including Jared Koch. I would like to introduce you to the man behind the book and website “Clean Plates”. Read more >>

Thursday6/16/11: Attempt

Three must-have beauty and bath products

Living in Manhattan means that most of us don't typically have the luxury of large bathtubs. Therefore, bathing involves either scrubbing yourself in the hole where you stand under a makeshift showerhead or squeezing your butt into the smallest space imaginable to achieve horizontal relaxation. Read more >>

Tuesday, June 14, 2011: Travel

Travel tips for the girl on the go

A list of my favorite tips, tricks and some useful websites that we can all benefit from next time we plan a getaway. Read more >>

Thursday, September 6, 2011: Truth

Have you ever wanted to go back to childhood?

Recently I had this overwhelming feeling of wanting to go back to my childhood and being stuck there. Read more >>

Tuesday, July 6, 2011:The taste

How to equip your first kitchen

For as long as I can remember, what I have enjoyed most is talking to people who are much more experienced than me in areas of personal interest and getting their advice to change my life for the better. Read more >>

Thursday, 6-2-11: Try it

Can't wake up? Tips for an easy rise and shine

Waking up is difficult. For me it seems impossible some mornings. Not for terrible reasons like fear of the day, the rain outside, or lack of sleep. It's really because I love my bed so much. Read more >>

Tuesday, May 31, 2011: Travel

Travel report: The Innkeepers Kitchen – Atlanta

I discovered this little piece of Southern comfort while browsing Jetsetter, one of my favorite cheap travel websites, a few years ago and have been grateful for this stumble ever since. Read more >>

Thursday5/26/11: Truth

Launch new resolutions on Memorial Day

You know, it's technically after the start of the new year, and I'm a little late, but who says you can't make resolutions any time you feel moved to declare your new state of mind? Read more >>

Tuesday,5/24/11: Taste

The modern food pyramid

While visiting with my twin sister Rachel a few weeks ago in Scottsdale, AZ, the city she has called home for ten years, we were on our usual mission to check out some of the new restaurants in town. Read more >>

Thursday05/19/11: Attempt

4 great tools to organize your life

Keeping track of everything in our lives can be overwhelmingly difficult. If you ever find a way to do this so that nothing slips through the cracks, please say so, but I have a few thoughts on tools that I've found work for me. Read more >>

Tuesday, May 17, 2011: Travel

Travel: Taking Pleasure Seriously in Asheville, North Carolina

I recently spent a day touring Asheville, North Carolina. It was unexpectedly quaint, surprisingly close to my father's newly built lake house and a city that welcomes the foreign with open arms. Read more >>

Thursday, December 5, 2011: Introduction

Ready for a fun adventure?

Hi. It's me. Renee. I have come to inspire you, give you the push you have been looking for and hold your hand as you take a leap towards your better self. Read more >>