Travel
What to pack for NYC in the summer?
NYC in the summer can be hot, in the 80’s and 90’s! Comfortable, casual clothing in breathable fabrics like cotton are perfect for this weather. Separates such as skirts, pants and shorts with tops are perfect. Also cotton dresses, that are loose-fitting, are great in hot weather. Bring some costume jewelry and / or scarfs…
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What to pack for an Alaska Adventure?
What to pack for an Alaska Adventure? Going on a small ship adventure cruise to Alaska. Alaska is a must see and an adventure cruise will be fun plus an opportunity to see glaciers and wild life. You will be kayaking, hiking, bushwhacking, snorkeling, bird watching and maybe even doing a polar plunge. Packing is…
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What style of walking shoes will look good with capri & ankle pants?
What style of walking shoes will look good with capri & ankle pants? Will be traveling in July on the Danube River & need comfortable shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are shoes that fit you well and that you can walk in for a long time or as long as needed. Flats, sandals and “Mary Janes”…
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What type of footwear & basics are they wearing in Europe this winter?
What type of footwear are they wearing in Europe this winter? I’m going to Germany & Prague for the Christmas & New Year holidays. What should I bring for basics? Footwear is looking very practical. Women want to be comfortable. Low heeled knee-high boots or ankle boots, oxfords and athletic shoes are favorites. It will…
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What to wear cruising in Malaysia?
What to wear cruising in Malaysia? Going on a cruise the last two weeks in November. Do not want to sit around in my bathing suit on days that we will be at sea. What do you suggest I bring for these days on the ship. Temperature should be around 80 degrees. Cruising in Malaysia…
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What to pack for a 17 day trip to Ireland & Italy?
What to pack for a 17 day trip to Ireland & Italy? I will be city sightseeing and driving in Ireland for 12 days and then going to a casual wedding in Cinque Terre. The wedding festivities will be outdoors: rehearsal dinner at a beachside restaurant (beachside cocktail), reception at someone’s beachside villa (casual) and the…
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What should I pack for a 2 day mini-getaway with my boyfriend in Boston?
A mini-getaway in Boston sounds awesome! Two day trips are easy to pack for since there are limited activities that you can do in two days. List what activities you will be doing in Boston and check the weather. Most likely you will be sightseeing, visiting museums and / or walking the freedom trail. Pants,…
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How can one look stylish when traveling?
You can look stylish when traveling by wearing an outfit that flatters you. Comfortable clothes that look good on you are the travelers goal. Unfortunately comfortable means sloppy to many females today. Walking through an airport today you see everything and anything. You don’t need to wear your fancy clothing when traveling. Jeans with a…
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What should I pack for a summer weekend in the country?
A weekend in the country can be so relaxing. A time to kickback and unwind. You don’t need to pack a lot of clothes in the summer since the temperature is usually warm. Two daytime outfits, one for Saturday and one for Sunday are enough. Shorts, cropped or ankle pants several colorful tees, or shorts…
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What should I pack for a trip to Cartagena?
Cartagena is a vibrant and beautiful city in Columbia. It has become a hot tourist spot. The weather is tropical and is hot and muggy. The natives in Cartagena are selling everything from beautiful woven bags, jewelry, straw hats and other native goodies. Pack summer resort type clothing, think casual. Strapless and loose-fitting cotton dresses are everywhere.…
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