14 April 2011

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?

32 comments:

  1. My sister loved her Chacos when she was traveling throughout Europe the summer after she graduated. And yes, it did leave hideous tan lines, but she loved them.

    I LOVE your tevas. I am going to look into buying a pair. We already know how I feel about Rick Steves. ;)

    I do need to look into a cute passport cover-I found a really cute one a few years back but lost the Etsy shop, and it is nearly impossible to find the same shop twice if you didn't closely pay attention to the name, or heart it.

    I will be a happy clam if I pack sunglasses, a linen dress, or quick drying cotton blend dress, and comfy shoes. I tend to go overboard, and overpack stuff I don't need, but I've gotten better over the years thanks to hubs.

    Where is the next place you guys are going to travel?

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  2. We are going on a cruise to Mexico in November. I think I might need to add the linen dress to the wishlist for that trip...and a big wide-brimmed hat. :)

    Hope you find the tevas. You can find them at an afforable price online depending on what color you want. I have the light tan and white weave pair.

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  3. Embrace the chaco tan! I wore them on every single backpacking trip and love them!

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  4. Great suggestions! And I love every one of those scarves.

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  5. umm, so i could never imagine wearing those chacos. i know they're practical but... i mean, um, not so cute. however LOVE the tevas and love the scarves.

    also, i need a wide brimmed hat for that road trip i'm taking. i feel as though it's particularly appropriate for touring the south.

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  6. okay. i'm back. um, so i looked at that bag that you posted in part one. i want it so bad. i very much love it.

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  7. I'm going to shock everyone: I've never been on a plane.

    That aside, I think a great light coat is a good travel idea. Either a fitted blazer (think Jennifer Aniston) or a jean jacket (but not with jeans.)

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  8. very married- I know! Imagine how I felt having to look up all these goodies? I needed to pray, hard, against luggage envy.

    Leslie- *jaw drops* It's ok, we still love you. Only love and acceptance on this here blog! Although, we may start a small ticket fund for you. xo.

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  9. Like the packing set; these are so helpful for travel :)

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  10. I saved this post to my favorites. I travel a lot and tend to fall into the same traps (where did I put my underwear? socks?!) and it's just a matter of making travel easier--so you can enjoy more.
    Thanks for this!

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  11. I dont have chacos either, but my mom does and we have the same size feet so I have borrowed them. They are great shoes!

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  12. When traveling/backpacking, a big scarf that can double as many other things is so essential!
    I have a leather passport holder and what a great present that was to get. We use it all the time (since we are constantly traveling for the hubs job). Also, a hand scale for bags. We can make sure we are under the 50 lb limit before we get to the airport! Fun post :)

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  13. ok those shoes look much better suited to walking around rome all day than the flats that I used...ugh, i think my feet are still recovering!

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  14. Oh, I love these posts! They get me all fired up to plan amazing trips...

    The one thing I cannot board a plane without is good book for in-flight entertainment :)

    PS: Jealous of your planned cruise to Mexico-- that will be incredible!

    PPS: Those scarves are gorgeous! I definitely need some of those in my life, too :)

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  15. Magdalena- Yay! Glad you found something useful. I know they really help me.

    Everyone is helping add to my list of essentials! So you're saying I need a hat, a jacket, a scale, and a good book...I'm on it...

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  16. Ooo! You are making me want to travel! Next to the actual traveling, I lovee trip shopping! Scarves are my go to item too - especially on the plane. A big pashmina that can double as a blankie :)

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  17. This is really helpful!! I always end up packing uncomfortable shoes! I love love love that Geisha passport cover!

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  18. O, that first scarf is my favorite and why wouldn't it be... I am sure it is the most expensive :)

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  19. Great tips Hannah! I want the Tevas sandals. Looks comfy and stylish.

    I am an overpacker, I can't travel without my dresses, sunglasses, loads of shoes, apple itouch and earplugs!

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  20. I love scarves for traveling. I never leave home without one.

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  21. I love this post! I wish I saw this post before I left to travel abroad. But great references for my next travels... which will hopefully be soon. I've got so much wanderlust right now!

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  22. Great tips for traveling, love the scarves. Thank you for visiting my blog! I got the little gnome at walmart, in their garden section! I love your blog! :)

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  23. this has increased my craving to travel even more! love those printed scarves!

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  24. I love those scarfs! Especially the one from anthro.

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  26. what accessory can't i travel without? a book! i absolutely need to have some form of entertainment that isn't a television or movie (not that i don't like tv or movies, but sometimes you need something different).

    i absolutely love the anthropologie scarf! gorgeous find!

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  27. Okay i NEED those cubes and i MUST have that anthropologie scarf!
    Great post :o)

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  28. Great post! I always wear bring a pashmina and a travel pillow. I use the pashmina as a blanket on the plane and also to dress up my outfits when we go out at night. The travel pillow makes long plane rides bearable and also makes me sleep better at night :)

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  29. I always bring scarves when I travel - glad to know I'm not the only one! Loving that Anthro one!

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  30. Lovely Chacos! Love the scarves too. Hope to read more from you.

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