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11 Best Eye Masks for Travel in 2026

You may be flying with carry-on bags or checked bags, but under-eye bags are never welcome at the party. So what’s the secret to catching up on your beauty sleep when you’re cramped in coach on a budget airline? A good travel eye mask. Get ready to get cozy on your next long-haul flight with the top sleeping eye masks for travel.

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Travel Destinations, Retreats Meredith Kane Travel Destinations, Retreats Meredith Kane

10 Best Darkness Retreats for 2026

Darkness retreats are a unique experience that help to quiet the mind and support the body in its own natural rejuvenation. While darkness retreats are an ancient healing practice, they’re still applicable today and continue to grow in popularity worldwide. Keep reading to discover more about what a darkness retreat is and for a list of the 10 best retreats for 2026.

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Travel Gear, Purses Meredith Shubel Travel Gear, Purses Meredith Shubel

16 Best Sling Bags for Women

Once considered a cringe-worthy fanny pack, the modern sling bag is now all the rage. And this time, it’s here to stay. Comfortable, stylish, and functional to boot, once you buy a sling bag, you’ll never want to travel without it again. Find your perfect match here in our list of the best tried-and-true sling bags.

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11 Best Travel Diaper Bags for 2026

New year, new travel companion? Congratulations! To help relieve some of the newfound stress that can come when traveling with newborns, babies, and/or toddlers, you need a diaper bag that can keep your gear organized and accessible—without cramping your style. These are the best travel diaper bags to sport—anytime, anywhere.

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8 Best VPNs for Digital Nomads in 2026

A Good VPN protects your connection and secures your data while also ensuring your download speeds are not affected. And those of us living the location-independent lifestyle know that using a reliable VPN is not only recommended for protection, but it’s also essential. This guide highlights some of the best VPNs available today for digital nomads and the reasons why we like them.

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15 Sustainable Fashion Facts for 2026

Today’s consumer is increasingly aware of the negative impacts of fast fashion, and yet the lure of this industry remains at large. While you may have scored a great deal on that new jacket, it’s important to remember we ultimately pay a much higher price when buying cheap garments. It’s past time sustainable clothing shifts from a burgeoning trend to our preferred way to shop.

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Travel Gear, Duffels Meredith Kane Travel Gear, Duffels Meredith Kane

10 Best Leather Weekender Bags for Women

Traditionally, weekender bags were sold as part of a larger luggage set. Now, however, weekender bags are sold all on their own — giving you the perfect excuse to get out of town and have a little more fun. Below you’ll find our list of the 10 best weekender bags for women, with a mix of genuine leather and faux leather options to suit any style/preference.

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Travel Destinations, Retreats Meredith Kane Travel Destinations, Retreats Meredith Kane

12 Best Spiritual Retreats for Women

At a spiritual retreat, guests are invited to take part in reflection, meditation, and movement techniques to develop a sense of connectedness with themselves and the world around them. In that way, spiritual retreats present a wonderful opportunity to uncover your purpose and find greater meaning in your life. Sound like something you’d be interested in? Keep reading to learn more about the best spiritual retreats for women (in 12 different categories).

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Location Independent Living, Remote Work Meredith Shubel Location Independent Living, Remote Work Meredith Shubel

10 Best VPNs for Traveling Abroad in 2026

Traveling can really expand your horizons. Unfortunately, it can also expand your threat horizon, too, increasing the number of potential online hackers you can be exposed to. Whether you’re traveling across the country or to the other side of the world, a VPN will help keep you and your data protected every time you go online. Find your best VPN travel companion for 2026 here.

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9 Best Travel Water Bottles for 2026

As conscious travelers, we care about both our bodies and our world. Packing your fav reusable water bottle while hitting the road is an easy way to look after both. With so many options, where does one even begin? Well, first, we say “no thank you” to one-use plastics and harsh BPA chemicals. After that, there seem to still be thousands of options. No need to get lost in the chaos of all sizes and shapes because we’ve compiled a list of the best travel water bottles that will keep you feeling good while doing good. All there is left for you to do is choose a color.

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Travel Destinations, Retreats Meredith Kane Travel Destinations, Retreats Meredith Kane

13 Best Yin Yoga Retreats for 2026

Yin yoga is a slow form of yoga that provides a deep, relaxing stretch focused on the fascia, tendons, and ligaments. More simply, yin yoga is a wonderful way to melt into your body and let go of whatever no longer serves you. Sound like something you’d like to try? Keep reading to find our recommendations for the 14 best yin yoga retreats around the world.

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Solo Travel, Travel Destinations Katie Bauer Solo Travel, Travel Destinations Katie Bauer

6 Interesting Solo Travel Statistics for 2026

From the backpacking tales of our parents to the solo adventures embraced by millennials, exploring the world on our own has become a timeless hallmark of travel enthusiasts. Regardless of age, we find ourselves drawn to the allure of solo exploration, driven by the seamless accessibility that modern travel offers. It's not just about the ease of reaching any corner of the globe; it's the enchanting solitude of requesting that table for one and immersing ourselves in foreign surroundings. Relationship status: taken by travel. The appeal of globetrotting alone continues to grow, with Google searches for solo travel tripling between 2015 and 2023. Here are some of our favorite stats on the trailblazers like you who are leading the way.

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Travel Gear, Accessories Meredith Shubel Travel Gear, Accessories Meredith Shubel

11 Best Shoe Travel Bags for Seamless Travel

Think about how much action your shoes see on a given day. Sidewalks, puddles, dirt, mud, and sludge—yuck. Now consider how much grosser it gets when you’re traveling through airports, public bathrooms, and train stations. To keep all that gunk away from the rest of your clothes and valuables, pack up your shoes in a separate bag for clean, seamless travel. These are our top picks for the best shoe travel bags.

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20 Best Travel Clothing Brands for Women

Curating the perfect travel wardrobe can feel like a never-ending quest, especially when you’re trying to find pieces that suit your personal style and stay within your budget. There’s certainly the challenge of looking cute while staying comfortable, but there’s also the struggle of finding garments that have enough versatility and durability to be worn over and over again.

Sounds like a lot to ask of your clothing, right? Well, here’s the good news: not only are there travel clothing brands who can check all those boxes, but we’ve gone ahead and made a list of the best ones for you to check out!

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Travel Gear, Totes Meredith Kane Travel Gear, Totes Meredith Kane

15 Best Leather Totes for Women

Tote bags are one of the most versatile and well-loved travel accessories around. Not only are totes a great option for running errands or heading to the farmer’s market, but many designs are made for storing your devices, too. The best part? Leather totes are exceptionally durable and made to last through years of wear and tear from travel. Keep reading to uncover our picks for the 15 best leather totes for women in 2026.

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Travel Gear, Luggage & Suitcases Meredith Shubel Travel Gear, Luggage & Suitcases Meredith Shubel

10 Best Zipperless Luggage and Suitcases

Don’t get us wrong—as sometimes overpackers, we definitely appreciate the flexibility an expandable zippered suitcase will give you. But the more time we spend on the road, the more we’ve come to adopt a minimalist mindset, i.e., buying less and investing in quality that will last. Enter the zipperless suitcase: She’s strong; she’s secure; and she’s stylish. Sure, she’s a little bit more expensive than your standard soft-shell, zippered suitcase, but she’s built with quality to stand the test of time.

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