The Roads Best Travelled

Updated on November 12, 2025May 22, 2025Travel Resources Packing Guides

Minimalist Travel Skincare Routine: How to keep your skin and hair fresh while travelling light

Woman smiles into camera inside a restaurant in Paris, France. There are glasses of wine on the table and a lit candle in the corner of the photograph.

A well-rounded travel beauty routine is essential to enjoying your trip. I’ll show you my favourite travel skincare routine and recommend travel-friendly skincare products.

Tourists walk and feed pigeons in front of the ornate facade of the Doge’s Palace in Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy. The Gothic arches and intricate stonework highlight the city’s rich history, making this a top feature in any Venice Italy travel guide and a compelling reason when asking is it worth visiting Venice.

May 21, 2025May 18, 2025Italy Travel Guides

Chloe’s Guide to How to Spend a Day in Venice, Italy

A perfect 1 day itinerary in Venice, I truly believe, involves strolling through the narrow streets to enjoy the rich history of this fantastical floating city. See below for some of the best things to do in Venice in one day to prioritize what you want to experience.

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Updated on November 12, 2025May 20, 2025Travel Resources Packing Guides

The Only List of Toiletries for Travel You Need to Look and Feel Amazing on Any Trip

After over a decade of carry-on-only travel, I’ve learned exactly which toiletries actually matter. This is the ultimate list of travel-sized toiletries every woman needs, from the sunscreen that saved my skin on the Amalfi Coast to the face wash that’s survived 14-hour flights and still left me glowing.

A line of traditional Venetian gondolas docked at wooden piers on a cloudy day, with black iron lamps overhead and the calm waters of the lagoon in the background. A must-see experience for any visitor looking for suggestions on what to do in Venice in 1 day, especially for those seeking a classic gondola ride.

Updated on May 18, 2025May 14, 2025Travel Guides Italy

Is it worth visiting Venice? My ultimate travel guide to Venice, Italy

Is it worth visiting Venice? I’ve been there 5 times in the last 10 years and I can emphatically say Yes, Venice is worth visiting. I know the city may sound overrated and over travelled. And yes overtourism is a problem in Venice when visitors descend upon it during cruise season. But it’s still a city worth visiting at least once in your lifetime. My ultimate Venice, Italy travel guide will cover the highlights and hidden gems this floating city has to offer.

A woman in a navy blue coat, plaid scarf, and black boots walks confidently through a beautifully lit shopping district on a winter evening. She carries a pink purse and smiles as she enjoys the peaceful atmosphere, surrounded by festive string lights reflecting off the wet pavement. Overcoming pre-travel anxiety and travel-related stress, she looks relaxed and ready for her next adventure. Mastering pre-travel jitters can turn your trip into a walk in the park—just like this moment of calm before an exciting journey.

Updated on November 12, 2025April 23, 2025France Packing Guides Travel Guides Travel Resources

Easy and stylish Paris outfits to avoid looking like a tourist in France

Blend in with the locals and avoid looking like a tourist with my easy and stylish Paris outfits guide.

A woman in a navy blue coat and plaid scarf sits in a sleigh by a warmly lit shop setting, gazing up at the twinkling holiday lights. Surrounded by decorated Christmas trees and greenery, she appears calm and excited for her next adventure. Having a great travel bag can tame pre-travel anxiety, keeping essentials secure so you can enjoy magical moments like this without stress. With the right preparation, overcoming travel jitters turns every trip into a smooth and joyful experience.

Updated on September 14, 2025February 23, 2025Travel Resources Packing Guides

10 Simple Ways to Tame Pre-travel Anxiety

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Updated on July 15, 2025December 26, 2024France Travel Guides

Chloe’s Ultimate Travel Guide to the Best of Lyon in 24 Hours

Explore the best of Lyon in 24 hours with my perfect 1 day itinerary. Even if you’re on a tight 1 day schedule, I still recommend fitting in some cultural and culinary highlights for your itinerary. Lyon is easy to explore on foot and many must-see attractions are accessible by funicular. There are numerous unique things to do in Lyon, so make sure to come back for a 3 day trip or a 5 day itinerary.

Street view of a Parisian café with a red, white, and blue striped awning labeled 'Café.' The exterior features wooden details, warm yellow lighting, and decorative patterns on the lower window panels. A green plant climbs along the wall under a sign for 'Rue Bonaparte.' Two people stand in the foreground looking at a phone, and outdoor seating with people dining is visible on the left.

Updated on May 18, 2025December 19, 2024France Travel Guides

Chloe’s Ultimate Travel Guide to the Best of Paris in 24 Hours

Explore the best of Paris in 24 hours. It’s a dazzling city with gastronomical delights. But how much time should you really spend in Paris? You need more like a 3 day itinerary or a 5 day trip plan! Though, sometimes all you have is 24 hours. Make sure to cover some culinary and cultural highlights in your whirlwind timeline. Follow my guide below to maximize your experience in Paris in 24 hours.

woman standing in front of 3 symmetrical windows in lyon, france

Updated on July 15, 2025December 12, 2024France Travel Guides

Chloe’s Ultimate Travel Guide to Exploring the Best of Lyon in 3 Days

My perfect itinerary for exploring the best of Lyon in 3 days takes you on a culinary and cultural journey. History buffs will appreciate the variety of architecture Lyon presents (like the ancient Roman amphitheatre located on Fourvière hill). Foodies will delight in the gastronomy scene like the bouchons serving classic lyonnaise dishes.