Travel Junkies Need Their Fix, Pt. 2

I've been looking forward to writing this post since I posted part one two weeks ago. Travel accessories are so much fun to purchase, not only because they are unique to your style, but also because it's much more fun spending under $50 on an accessory than it is to spend $100 on a piece of luggage. That is if you enjoy being frugal, like me. I have small panic attacks when I have to spend over $50 on an single item.

Now, as I mentioned before, I'm no glamour girl when it comes to traveling. I'm the back-packer type. I like to rough it, I like to hike it, and I like to get back to my hostel dirty and sweaty. It's just my idea of a good time! To start, here are some great sandals for the summer that still support your feet...

Chacos. Though I've yet to own a pair myself (I've never had the cash for it) every travel buddy I have ever had sported these and swore by them. These sandals will take you through anything and they are sturdy enough to handle some hiking and can go through water without getting worn. Are you going white water rafting? These are the sandals for you.

They leave hideous tan lines on your feet if you're going to be in the sun all day every day, but they also work well with long linen pants or jeans if you're not roughing it but want happy feet as you walk around a new town. You can purchase Chacos here.

Tevas. So you're not the "rough it" type, but you want sandals that are going to support your feet, and keep cool while you're running around Greek Islands all summer. Tevas are for you. I've had a pair of these for a year and I love them. They got me through two weeks in Spain and dusty Morocco and most of my grocery trips on the weekends. I get more compliments on these sandals than I know what to do with. When I first got them I thought the ankle wrap might annoy me, but they've designed the shoe to be very comfortable and not rub at your skin. Buy here.

Next up, scarves. This is a must have when traveling simply because you never know when you'll step into a cold cathedral, need to cover up in a mosque or temple, or need to get the sun off you. Scarves do all three plus help create a cute outfit! Here are a couple I found with a range of prices that would work great...



Fenced Garden Scarf via Anthropologie



Prayer Shawl via  World Market



Navajo Woven Scarf via Forever 21

Wrapping up, I wanted to mention two more items. One practical and one not so much. The practical item is the packing cube set from Rick Steves that I mentioned months ago in this post. If you were standing in front of me right now I would grab you by the shoulders and shake you saying "you need these cubes!" They will make packing so much easier and keep you organized throughout your journey. The other is a beautiful passport cover from StitchAddiction on Etsy. I've always wanted a passport cover and this one is on my radar.



Packing Cube Set via Rick Steves'

 

Geisha Passport Cover via StitchAddiction



  What are the accessories you won't board a plane without?