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Source: Hugo Sousa
London Calling
The Key to Carry-On Travel
It's all about the tote.
Winter Travel in A Carry-On
I'm rerunning this popular post on packing a carry-on for a week in Amsterdam.
Dreaming of Italy
Having a moment of wanderlust over this Lake Como villa.
Source: photos: courtesy of Villa Sola Cabiati
Back to That Blazer…
Building a streamlined travel wardrobe
My New Packing Formula: Black + White + Bright
I always build my packing story starting with a color palette of black and white. I make sure to bring the essentials that are stylish, versatile and comfortable. The one item I rarely leave home ...
When in Copenhagen: Illums Bolighus
I’d read about the home decor store Illums Bolighus in numerous guides and knew it had to be included on my Copenhagen shopping list. By the time I visited the store, I’d been in Scandinavia ...
Source: photos: Illums Bolighus
Dining at Ysabel in L.A.
There’s no shortage of great restaurants in Los Angeles, but I wanted to share a new favorite I’ve enjoyed recently and highly recommend. When choosing a restaurant, the atmosphere is equally important as the food ...
Where to Eat in Miami
Some people think of the beaches in Miami, but my thoughts go straight to the dining scene. On my last trip to Miami, I experienced a different side of South Beach with Miami Culinary Tours. Food tours ...
While I’m Away…
I leave tomorrow for Scandinavia and the Netherlands for a few weeks and haven’t even started packing. I know I have pretty much everything I need but it’s time to get organized and go down ...
Rooftop Dining in L.A.
It should come as no surprise that Terra, the rooftop restaurant on the third floor of Eataly LA, is insanely good in all facets – setting, food, drink and service. The smoky scent from the wood-burning ...
On My Radar for July
The start of July begins the less than three-week countdown to an upcoming trip to Scandinavia. I’ve got the itinerary and hotels in order, but if you have any recommendations on anything in Norway, Sweden, ...
Source: photos clockwise from top: @deborarosa | Haziq Tumaran | Stig Ottesen
A Renovated Palazzo in Tuscany
In Flight Style
Variations on these key pieces are the mainstay of what I like to wear in flight. The destination and time of year dictate the jacket and shoe, but the other items are pretty much reliable ...
Road Tripping: Building A Week of Outfits from A Few Key Essentials
After my post on packing essentials for a road trip through the Southwest, readers asked for details about some of the specific pieces I wore in my Instagram pics. The weather and activity dictated which items ...
Packing Guide for A Quick Get Away
I ran this post in April on La Dolce Vita and with the holiday weekend coming up, thought it was worth a repeat. I have a few trips on the horizon so naturally I’ve got ...
Traveling with The Comforts of Home
When I travel, I like to bring a few comforts from home with me. Aside from favorite sleepwear, I usually pack something soft to lounge in as well. I always bring my own slippers and ...
A Spring Trip to New York
Every time I go to NY, I do my best to experience new things. I’ll explore a neighborhood I’m not familiar with, walk streets that don’t necessarily get me from a-to-b the quickest, and leave ...
I Packed These Basics for My Road Trip
I was never really planning on warm weather for any part of the 11 day road trip I took in March, but I certainly hadn’t anticipated snow. I’m glad I was prepared for anything and ...
In My Travel Beauty Bag
Over the years, I’ve narrowed down everything I travel with, including cosmetics. I found I can get by with much less than I would have previously imagined. I might toss in an extra lipstick, but ...
My Summer Packing Guide on La Dolce Vita
My guest post series for April is up today on La Dolce Vita. I’m sharing my packing strategy for upcoming traveling by collecting pieces now with a cohesive look to wear right through summer. I have ...
Taking An 11 Day Road Trip Through The Southwest
Taking a road trip to Santa Fe has been on my radar for some time but the logistics of planning a route and finding enough time to stop several times along the way has stalled ...
A Happy Weekend
Rerunning a post from 2015 when we were visiting Amsterdam over Easter. Happy Easter! We’re visiting my son, who is studying abroad, and enjoying Easter weekend in Amsterdam! I love having my family together again. I ...
When in Nashville…
Nashville had been on my list of places to visit for a long time, so when I had the opportunity to spend a few days there in the fall, I jumped. Once I mentioned my ...