Just Packed

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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February 2026

What to Pack for a Long-haul Flight

Here's everything I needed for a 14-hour flight and a 24-hour travel day.

Feb 21 • Lydia Mansel

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January 2026

The Personal Item You Should Carry, Based on Your Traveler Type

Featuring my most-used personal items (and three from a trusted male traveler)

Jan 15 • Lydia Mansel

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December 2025

The 12 Travel Items You Should Be Packing in 2026

Aka my MVPs of my 2025 travels.

Dec 30, 2025 • Lydia Mansel

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How to Pack for a Cold-weather Destination

It's not about bringing a ton of layers—just the right ones.

Dec 16, 2025 • Lydia Mansel

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