Mara Balagtas
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Past articles by Mara:
Safari Outfits 2022: What to Pack When You Finally Take That Dream Trip
What to wear on game drives, around camp, and during dinner. → Read More
11 Best Sleep Masks for Getting Some Rest Wherever You Go
We found the best sleep mask for every traveler—these silk, padded, and tech-heavy eye masks will help you get a good night's sleep anywhere you go. → Read More
10 Best Hand Sanitizers for Travel
The best hand sanitizer gels and sprays to keep your hands clean and fresh on the go, whether on a plane or at the grocery store. → Read More
The 19 Best International Beauty Products You Can Buy Online
From Italian body creams to Thai facial scrubs, here are 19 of the best international beauty products. → Read More
Safari Packing List: What to Pack for a Safari (2019)
Here's our guide to what to pack for a safari. → Read More
Best Sun Hats (2019) for Protecting Your Skin
Keep reading for 9 of the best sun hats, including a durable straw hat and trendy bucket hat, to buy this summer for fashionably protecting your skin. → Read More
We Drove the All-New Mazda3, Designed to be a 'Decompression Chamber' From Work Stress
The driver-oriented, tech-packed compact delivers impressive bang-for-the-buck. → Read More
Cruise Packing List: What to Pack for a Cruise (2019)
Condé Nast Traveler's City Guides director share her cruise packing list essentials. Here's our guide to what to pack for a cruise. → Read More
10 Eye Creams That'll Keep You Looking Awake After a Long-Haul Flight
We found the best eye creams for travelers—10 easy-to-apply treatments for de-puffing and brightening eyes after a long-haul flight. → Read More
Everything You Need to Keep Your Tech and Gear Safe
We've rounded up our favorite briefcases, leather camera bags, sturdy backpacks and more to help you keep your tech nice and safe—and look good doing it. → Read More
The Best Antique Shops and Flea Markets Around the World, According to the Pros
We tapped our network of designers and tastemakers for their favorite spots around the globe, including London, Tel Aviv, Sicily, Japan, Mexico City, and Peru. → Read More
How 'W' Fashion Director Rickie De Sole Does Milan
Here's what she makes time for during fashion week. → Read More
How to Do Paris Like a 'Vogue' Editor
Fashion director Virginia Smith on what she makes time for during fashion week. → Read More
9 Best Dopp Kits for Men
If you've invested in the perfect, travel-size grooming set for a long-haul trip, then you'll need the perfect dopp kit to keep it all in. → Read More
8 Best Travel Wallets
No more fumbling around in the security line. → Read More
9 Best Neck Pillows for Long Flights
Our favorite neck pillows for counting sheep in planes, trains, or automobiles on a long-haul flight. → Read More
9 Sheet Masks for Your Next Flight
Turn your economy seat into a full-service spa. → Read More
Herschel Supply Co. Launches Entire Travel Line
No longer just your favorite backpack maker, Herschel rolls out new smart luggage and a 24-product amenity line. → Read More
Forget Old-School 'House Cars': These Hotels Will Have You Riding in Incredible Luxury Vehicles
Hotels are making it easier than ever to drive high-end rides like a Range Rover Velar or Porsche Boxsters—or spend some time cruising in rare cars like a 1970 Citroën DS or a 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider Duetto. → Read More
Our 10 Favorite Wetsuits for the Dog Days of Summer
Ditch the bikini. → Read More