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Read about the latest trends in travel, fashion, and location-independent living.
10 Best Brands That Offer Customized & Built-to-Order Luggage
Ah, the dreaded baggage carousel, where you watch dozens of near-identical black suitcases spin around and hope to catch sight of yours despite your bleary, jet-lagged vision. Next time you fly, speed things up at the baggage claim with a customized suitcase that stands out from the crowd. Here's how to find a built-to-order suitcase for 2026.
14 Best July Luggage Dupes and Alternatives
Little-known fact: Your carry-on suitcase definitely counts as part of your travel outfit. So better make it a cute one! That’s why even Forbes and Vogue are singing the praises of the very fashionable July Luggage.
But if you’re stuck on the waiting list for one of their many sold-out fan favorites, don’t worry. There’s a world of great July Luggage dupes and alternatives out there to keep you organized (and stylish) on the road.
12 Best Calpak Dupes and Alternatives
The trouble is, that some of Calpak’s products are priced higher than the average shopper can afford. If that sounds familiar, you might be interested in less expensive alternatives that are just as good as the ~real~ thing. Keep reading to dig into the 12 best Calpak dupes to pair with your upcoming travel plans.
10 Best Wachuma (San Pedro) Retreats in 2026
While ayahuasca can take you on an inward journey, wachuma allows you to (re)connect with the natural world. But much like ayahuasca, wachuma ceremonies support incredible healing and teach you to bring your life into balance. Keep reading to learn more about what wachuma is, as well as where you can go on a journey with this plant for yourself.
7 Best Work From Home Clothes
With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, so many aspects of our culture have completely changed, including our work environments. If you’re one of the millions of people now navigating working from home, you may also be reassessing your work from home wardrobe. The good news is, when choosing your best work-from-home clothes, you don’t have to sacrifice comfort for style. Whether you’re working from your home office, your couch, or your kitchen table, the following are excellent options for getting dressed to do your best.
7 Must-Haves for International Travel
Ready to jet off to far-flung destinations and explore the world? Hold up, my fellow adventurer - before you hit the runway, let's make sure you're fully equipped with the best international travel must-haves. From keeping your feet comfy on long flights to protecting your internet privacy in unfamiliar territory, we've got you covered with the ultimate travel essentials you may or may not have thought of. You’ll want to throw these items on your next packing list because 1. they’ll come in handy, and 2. because, let's be real, who doesn't love a good shopping excuse?
12 Best Fanny Packs for Women
Whether you call it a fanny pack, a belt bag, or a waist pack, these accessories are one of the most comfortable ways to carry all your essentials on the go. Fanny packs make a really great choice for traveling, since they allow you to be hands-free and move around super easily.
10 Best Dagne Dover Dupes and Alternatives
Dagne Dover is an increasingly popular brand specializing in travel staples like backpacks, fanny packs, crossbodies, sling bags, and more. Aside from creating super quality, durable designs, Dagne Dover also prioritizes eco-conscious materials like recycled polyester and their signature Repreve fabric (which transforms recycled bottles into brand new bags).
9 Best Kambo Retreats in 2026
Kambo is an indigenous Amazonian medicine that offers powerful healing for your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. For centuries, kambo has been an integral part of sacred shamanic medicine, and today it’s still used in rituals and ceremonies all around the world. Keep reading to learn more about the 9 best kambo retreats for 2026 and beyond.
10 Best Airbnb Alternatives
There’s no denying that Airbnb is a huge player in the vacation rental market. Whether you’re a business or pleasure traveler or both, chances are good you’ve stayed in one before. But if the Airbnbs in your upcoming travel location are all booked up, or you’re looking to try something new, we’ve got you!
14 Best Joggers for Women in 2026
Whenever you want to give your sweats or your leggings a day off, wearing joggers is an ideal way to stay comfortable while still looking pulled together. In fact, there’s tons of variety and versatility to jogger styles you won’t find with other clothing categories, from linen and athleisure to denim and faux leather. Read on to learn more about our top 14 best joggers for women to suit any occasion and fit any budget you’re working with.
12 Best Monos Luggage Dupes and Alternatives in 2026
As popular as Monos is, some of their products are pricier than the average shopper can afford. If you’re in search of the Monos look without the Monos price tag, we’ve got plenty of recommendations coming your way. Keep reading to discover the 12 best Monos dupes to take with you on your next trip out of town
8 Best Casual Sneakers for Women
The white sneaker -- we would place a strong bet that almost every lady you know owns at least one pair. They are the 2020s Uggs. A great pair of plain white sneakers is truly a closet staple and the most versatile for travel, but sometimes you may want to elevate your shoe game.
Well, fear not, ladies, because we are here to run down the holy grail of casual sneaks for women, from the sporty to the classics. The kind that make you want to strut your stuff down the street and pretend like you're in a music video. Or at least get around a new city in a put-together fit without 15 blisters. These shoes were made for walking.
12 Best Travel Books to Stir Up Some Serious Wanderlust
From international flights to seemingly endless layovers to cross-country train rides, long travel days are a great opportunity to dig your nose into a new book. Whether you prefer packing light with a Kindle or reading old-school style with a well-worn paperback, a good travel book is the perfect on-the-road companion—no matter your destination.
To inspire your next trip (or just help you get through a long layover day), these are some of our favorite travel books for women who wanderlust.
10 Best Iboga Retreats for 2026
Iboga might not be as widely known as ayahuasca, but this plant is definitely making waves in the world of psychedelic therapy and holistic healing. Read on to learn exactly what iboga is, and to discover where you can explore this treatment for yourself.
The 11 Best Travel Clothes for Women
When we’re traveling for weeks or months at a time, ideally we’d pack clothes that look good and perform well, too. Fortunately, there’s a growing number of options for travel clothes that are functional, fashionable, and even sustainable in nature, so we can comfortably travel the planet while doing our part to protect it at the same time.
10 Best Travel Coffee Makers for 2026
If you're a real coffee aficionado, then settling for subpar coffee in airports and hotels is a definite no-go. That said, lugging around your precious Nespresso® or moka pot isn't exactly part of the carefree travel lifestyle you have in mind. Instead, use a travel coffee maker to brew the high-quality coffee you crave, no matter where you are. These are the best picks for portable coffee makers for 2026.
8 Best Summer Hats for Women
Hopefully by now, we’re all familiar with the importance of sunscreen and sun protection to keep us healthy and looking our best. But even when you apply (and reapply) sunblock, a great sun hat can really round out your coverage *and* help you ward off any unwanted burns. Our top 8 best sun hats for women come in a range of shapes and styles, while also giving you as much protection as possible for when you’re out living it up on your sunshine-y getaway.
10 Best Peyote Retreats in 2026
Peyote is the name of both a hallucinogen and the slow-growing cactus from which it’s sourced. This sacred plant medicine is ingested for different religious and recreational reasons, and is often used to boost serotonin, reduce anxiety, and relieve common ailments (like headaches and joint pain). Read on to discover the 10 best peyote retreats for 2026 and beyond.
On-the-Go Hydration: 10 Best Water Bottle Slings for 2026
A water bottle sling is an amazing accessory to travel with, no matter where you’re headed or what season you’ll be in. Rather than throwing your travel water bottle in a purse or tote and risk having it leak all over your phone, a sling makes sure your bottle stays upright so you can avoid those day-ruining sorts of spills. Read on to discover all our favorite water bottle slings for 2026.