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

Trunk Luggage: Unveiling the Best Options for Travelers

Getting ready for a long-haul flight? When you have a lot to pack and carry with you, you need a suitcase that can go the distance. Trunk luggage is bigger and more durable than your traditional carry-on, making it the ideal pick for flying with a checked bag and securing your belongings in the luggage hold. These are the best picks for trunk luggage in 2024.

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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).

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

10 Best Rimowa Luggage Dupes and Alternatives

From Cara Delivgne to Jessica Alba and Elle Fanning, you’ve probably seen pics of more than one A-lister flaunting their Rimowa luggage at LAX. Want to capture the same look without dropping four figures on a carry-on suitcase? Us, too! That’s why we’ve done the research and the vetting. These are the best Rimowa luggage alternatives that won’t break the bank.

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Travel Destinations, Retreats Kelsey Reaves Travel Destinations, Retreats Kelsey Reaves

16 Best Ayahuasca Retreats for 2024

The healing properties of ayahuasca have been revered by the Amazon region for millennia, as ancestral communities used this plant to treat physical ailments and stir up spiritual insights. It’s just been in the last few decades, however, that ayahuasca has grown more acceptable and accessible around the world. Now, there are licensed retreat centers popping up all over the place to help guide these out-of-body experiences and life-changing encounters.

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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.

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Travel Destinations, Retreats Meredith Shubel Travel Destinations, Retreats Meredith Shubel

10 Best Reiki Retreats in 2024

Considering going on a Reiki retreat? Before you give into spontaneity and hit BOOK, make sure you know what you’re getting into. Reiki is an “energy-healing technique” that’s supposed to help you relax, de-stress, and tell your anxiety to cool it, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Originally developed in the 1900s, this technique is used all around the world today—even in some hospitals and hospices. Interested to learn more? The best (and most fun) way is with a deep dive on a Reiki retreat. Here’s a round-up of the top 10 Reiki retreats on our travel bucket list.

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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.

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14 Best Everlane Alternatives and Dupes

Everlane is the opposite of a trendsetter. Instead, they skirt the trends to deliver timeless classics with made-to-last quality that you can wear again and again (again). Think luxe wool cardigans, elegant boots, and laid-back button-downs.

Oozing with fashion envy yet? We are, too. But sometimes, the ol’ wallet is a-hurtin’. That’s when we turn to these Everlane dupes to get that elegant style at more affordable prices. Here’s your curated collection of the best Everlane alternatives.

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Travel Apparel, Accessories Meredith Shubel Travel Apparel, Accessories Meredith Shubel

The Top Travel Wraps for Jet-Setters

It's true—the word "wrap" can sometimes conjure up images of grandma’s Sunday best. So if you’re not going for Grandmacore, then you may feel like you want to pass on this one. Don’t. Travel wraps are the hidden gem of travel accessories. They’re multi-functional, uber cozy, and (yes) can actually be fashionable—dare we say sexy.

But you’ve got to know where to shop. That’s why we’ve done the research. Here’s a round-up of the 12 best travel wraps.

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Chasing Dreams, Not Deadlines: Embracing a “Softer” Feminine Life

As many women are solo traveling now as a form of self-discovery and healing, slow feminine travel can become a personal journey that's all about finding your own pace, connecting with the world in a deeper way, and celebrating the flowing energy that makes the whole adventure feel uniquely yours.

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12 Best Monos Luggage Dupes and Alternatives in 2024

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

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13 Best Patagonia Down Jacket Dupes and Alternatives

It’s not just the hallmark of a Silicon Valley techie, Patagonia vests, jackets, and accessories are a fan favorite among environmentalists and travelers, too. And it’s not hard to see why. Founded in 1973, Patagonia is a certified B-Corporation that prioritizes sustainability like no other and touts a line of activewear and equipment largely made out of recycled materials.

Patagonia has our heart. But sometimes, the eye can’t help but wander…

These are some of the best Patagonia down jacket alternatives that are tempting our shopping carts lately.

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

Travel is “girl.” We’re (re)claiming it, and rightly so. 

Women have been solo traveling around the world for longer than we’re given credit for. A bit of research will pull up some inspiring travel writings from women in the 18th and 19th centuries. Yet, the image of women as household fixtures for many decades has historically lessened the number of women traveling, or maybe just hidden it better. The responsibilities of life, childbearing, household-keeping, and career-climbing (while being paid less than their male counterparts) had burdened women for much of the 20th century, with little time to breathe, much less travel.

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