Just Packed

9 Important Things I Packed for a 3-Week Trip to Africa

But I’d recommend them for most—if not all—extended trips.

Oct 26 • Lydia Mansel

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September 2026

What to Pack for the Galápagos Islands (or Any Expedition Cruise)

I found my new favorite travel-day pants.

Sep 30 • Lydia Mansel

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7 Packing Questions I Get All the Time, Answered

Yes, compression socks are worth it. No, you don’t have to roll your clothes.

Sep 10 • Lydia Mansel

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August 2026

What to Pack for a Fly Fishing Trip

Including my go-to workout shorts, polarized sunglasses, and a sling pack that holds everything.

Aug 24 • Lydia Mansel

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July 2026

5 Travel Items That Are Actually Worth the Money

Including a spacious suitcase, my go-to personal item bag, and the best travel-sized sunscreen I've ever used

Jul 29 • Lydia Mansel

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How I'm Making My New House Feel Like a Hotel

Hotel-quality sheets, travel-inspired decor, and the pillows I swear by

Jul 8 • Lydia Mansel

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June 2026

What to Pack for Jackson Hole in the Summer

And my picks from Amazon Prime Day.

Jun 24 • Lydia Mansel

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May 2026

This Is the One Suitcase I’d Buy During Memorial Day Sales

It's the carry-on I use for every single trip.

May 21 • Lydia Mansel

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I Travel Multiple Times a Month, and This Is the Summer Airport Outfit Formula I Swear By

It really is effortless.

May 14 • Lydia Mansel

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April 2026

What to Pack for an African Safari

Layers, earthy tones, and comfortable boots are key.

Apr 24 • Lydia Mansel

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March 2026

What I'm Packing for Beach Trips This Spring and Summer

Dispatch from Palm Beach

Mar 29 • Lydia Mansel

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What to Pack for a Trip to India

With a luggage limit of a 15-pound carry-on and a 7-pound personal item...

Mar 11 • Lydia Mansel

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