Author: Carly Shea
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Andrea Oschetti, founder of Blueflower
A journalist turned travel designer living in Hong Kong for 25 years, Andrea has deep experience crafting trips designed to make you “step into the flesh” of a destination, from practicing with a Yamabushi monk in Nara, to a night walk in Varanasi (India) visiting the cremation grounds of Shiva, or a private blessing at…
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Packing for Japan with Jamie Rosen
When we heard that one of our favorite beauty writers is as diligent about packing as she is skincare, we had to hear her strategy for a two-week trip to Tokyo, Kyoto and Kaga.
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Clutches
The unsung heroes of in-transit organization, clutches can work double (sometimes even triple!) duty: first as pouches corralling the odds and ends inside your carry-on, then shapeshifting into an evening bag, crossbody, or shoulder bag once you’ve arrived.
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Zach Resnick, founder of Ascend
Zach Resnick discovered the power of points and miles while traveling on a budget, opening 300 credit cards and hitting the high-value sign-on bonuses through some loopholes. After traveling for next to nothing, and becoming an expert on the ins-and-outs of booking, he started Ascend to help travelers save thousands on business and first-class flights.
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All-Season Caftans
Now that we’re deep in the season where all we can think about is a warm getaway, we’re looking to these workhorse wardrobe staples that feel just as right for a dinner party at home (albeit with an extra layer or two) as they do tossed into a carry-on for a sunny escape.
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Après Ski
Author Erin Isakov was on skis as soon as she could walk, as were her own kids—and they now explore slopes around the world each year. That deep-rooted love for the sport inspired her new book, Après Ski, which is both a tribute to the sport’s golden age and a practical guide for plotting your…
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Dopp Kits
The toiletries/cosmetics bag has always been a goldilocks-style conundrum when it comes to travel—it can be so hard to find one that really works, but once you do, travel is just that much more streamlined. After road testing the most popular ones, we’re sharing our favorites that will get all your essentials there and back…
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Megan Graham, founder of RIES
It’s no wonder RIES products nail form and function—founder Megan Graham is an avid traveler and spent her career in beauty marketing at Condé Nast. She shared the story behind the company, some of her favorite wellness destinations, and the products she loves so much she was inspired to design RIES.
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Lucrezia Buccellati
Lucrezia Buccellati, VP of Client Relationships and a member of the creative design team at Italian high jewelry brand Buccellati, spends much of her time moving between cities, cultures, and creative worlds. Her approach to travel mirrors the house’s elegant yet textured philosophy, balancing glamorous work trips with off-the-beaten-path family adventures.