The Carry-On Edit

Ten days before a trip is when I lock in anything beauty-related so I’m not scrambling the week of—or worse, dealing with chipped nails and uncooperative hair halfway through vacation. Here’s my simple, low-stress timeline: 💅 Nails (Schedule Now) I book a gel manicure and pedicure for a few days before departure—always neutral so it…

There are two types of travelers: the “pack the night before” crowd… and the ones who have a color-coded Notes app, reservations booked weeks in advance, and outfits planned by day. I am firmly the second. With 11 days until we leave for Spain, I’m in my favorite phase of travel—the prep. Not the stressful…

There are a hundred ways to spend a weekend in New York City. This is the one that works. Bryant Park is one of the most strategic places to stay if you want to experience Manhattan without overcomplicating your plans. It’s central, walkable, and just removed enough from the chaos of Times Square to feel…