Megan Spurrell travel tips

For a long time, I thought compression socks were exclusively worn by nervous nellies worried about getting blood clots from sitting too long (deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a very rare condition in which a blood clot forms in your leg and travels to your lungs). As a result, I never thought I had a need for them.

Crossbody bags are an undeniable staple for frequent travelers. They’re supremely useful, with room for essentials like your passport, credit cards, cell phone, and AirPods, and yet still lightweight enough to carry around all day. Plus, with a crossbody bag, your hands are free—which means you can easily snap a photo or look up directions while you’re on the go. From tiny camera and shoulder bags to versatile totes with removable crossbody straps, here are 21 of the best crossbody bags for travelers to bring on their next trip. 

Figuring out what to wear on a plane can be stressful in the best of times. Do you dress for the climate you're coming from or going to? How many layers are really necessary? Depending on where you’re jetting off to it might mean that upon arrival you have to step off the plane in a more tailored look or you’re gearing up for comfort and relaxation. Luckily, we have a network of frequent fliers on staff who have mastered the airplane ensemble. We've talked through the most comfortable brands to wear on long travel days already, but this time, we tapped editors for their go-to outfits: the stretchy sweatpants, hoodies, and easy-to-slip-off shoes they consider staples at 30,000 feet. Below, find our favorite tops, pants, shoes, and accessories to simplify your next what to wear on a plane quandary.

Like many trends we thought we’d lost to the ’90s, fanny packs are back in style, and for travelers, that's a great thing. The best fanny packs have always been the most practical way to tote your essentials around—be it your phone, hotel key, or wallet—with quick, hands-free access. And thanks to the resurgence in popularity over the last few years, there are now designs made specifically for everything from the trail to the city. Whether you want to elevate your summer outfits with an upscale leather piece or are looking for a tough, minimal belt bag for your next hike, there are styles here for you. And as we're transitioning out of summer and into fall, you'll find a mix of vibrant and light colors that will brighten your look as well as classic black options that we’re sure will become old reliables. 

When you travel, where you stay is only one piece of the puzzle. Equally as important are the experiences you have abroad: the things you see, the food you eat, the people you meet. And as of late, there is more interest than ever in travel experiences: cooking classes, snorkeling, ghost tours, wine tastings, trolley rides, all of it.