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Travel + Leisure
26-05-2025
- Travel + Leisure
Oprah's Favorite Podiatrist-approved Shoe Brand Is Having a Huge Memorial Day Sale—Shop Picks Up to 62% Off
A travel shoe should be comfortable to support your feet through different activities, but versatile for wear with multiple outfits in your suitcase, too. As a frequent traveler, I swear by Vionic for shoes that combine style and function. Trust me, I've walked thousands of steps around the world in the brand, from wandering around Paris in my Uptown Loafers to exploring Chicago in my Colbie Sneakers. Vionic is also podiatrist-trusted and expert-backed—many of the brand's shoes have the American Podiatric Medical Association's Seal of Acceptance. Whether you're looking for ballet flats or walking sneakers, every style features the brand's signature Vio-Motion technology, which has built-in stability, arch support, cushioning, and flexibility for all-day comfort. It's no wonder Oprah is also a fan and previously included Vionic on her Favorite Things list for three consecutive years. Now is the perfect time to try the brand for yourself because many Vionic styles are marked down during Amazon's Memorial Day sale, with savings of up to 62 percent off. Keep scrolling for the 15 best deals for your travel shoe collection, starting at $50. I've traveled all over the world with my Vionic Uptown Loafers, from Paris to Cape May, N.J. Not only have my feet never hurt after walking over 10,000 steps in them, but they've actually gotten more comfortable over time after molding to my feet. Whether at home or on the road, they're the shoes I reach for when I want to dress up an outfit but know I'll be on my feet all day. In addition to being stylish and comfortable, they're also packable—the soft upper basically condenses flat, so they take up minimal space in your suitcase. My go-to cream loafers are easy to pair with different outfits, but they also come in a whopping 32 styles, a mix of leather and suede colorways. I might have to snag the dark denim for my next trip. Whether you're looking to get in on the Fisherman Core trend or are searching for a comfortable shoe for your next cruise, there's no denying that boat shoes are having a moment right now. This style combines an espadrille platform with a slide-on upper for a fun summer vibe. The soft leather is breathable while the contoured footbed is supportive. They're practically begging to come on your next coastal trip. There's something about a square-toe ballet flat that's extremely flattering on the foot—take it from a 5-foot-tall girl, it's a design that will elongate your legs. While many shoes in this style feel thin and flimsy, this pair offers Vionic's signature footbed with built-in arch support and shock absorption. And at 39 percent off, I won't blame you for adding all five colorways to your cart. If you don't already pack a classic white sneaker for every trip, this match-everything pair will convince you to. The sleek leather style is durable and stylish, perfect for week-long trips to new cities. One reviewer traveled to Peru for seven days with only these shoes before properly breaking them in, wearing them 'from city to boat to sand dunes to waterfalls to hilly city to Machu Picchu and down.' Another shopper raved, 'Very comfortable and helped with my plantar fasciitis while walking around Disney.' And if a white sneaker still isn't for you, don't worry—the Winny sneaker also comes in eight other colorways. A platform sandal will give you a lift while keeping your feet feeling good. This style features two adjustable straps to ensure your foot stays in place and a rubber heel for better traction on any surface. There are four colorways available, ranging from a neutral raffia to a bold blue. A slip-on sneaker you can easily pull on and off makes going through the airport a breeze. This variation has a perforated upper design that's both eye-catching and breathable. I'd bring it on a European summer getaway to pair with everything from gauze maxi skirts to linen mini dresses. And at 54 percent off, you might as well grab multiple hues. One of my most complimented travel shoes is a pair of silver ballet flats that I reserve for fancy dinners (though, this style comes in a whopping 21 colorways, so there's bound to be at least one option that catches your eye). They have a flattering square toe and a whimsical bow to dress up your vacation outfits. Plus, they come in normal, narrow, and wide variations to accommodate any foot. 'With narrow feet that need arch support, these are fabulous,' said one reviewer. If you prefer a ballet flat with more support, this Mary Jane style could be exactly what you're looking for. It offers the same cushioned bottom and lug sole as my favorite loafers, but with a more minimal upper and adjustable Velcro strap to keep your foot in place. 'I love that they look good with pants, skirts, or shorts, and provide walking support and comfort while looking fashionable,' said one shopper. A classic pair of loafers will become a staple in your travel wardrobe for many trips to come. This low-profile style would match everything from jeans to trousers. Throw them into your suitcase for days when you'll be on your feet and need a comfortable shoe but want something dressier than sneakers. Perhaps for a day of shopping and afternoon tea in London? These slide sandals have a curved footbed that provides extra arch support and molds to your foot. The buckle is adjustable to ensure a snug fit, which one reviewer said even worked for her two differently sized feet. Plus, it makes a style statement, especially if you opt for the vibrant red or yellow colorways. After returning from trips to the Galapagos and Colorado, I have a newfound appreciation for sturdy hiking shoes. The bold colors originally caught my eye, but these sneakers also feature rebound and alignment technology to keep your feet pain-free on any terrain. They're also water resistant, so they're sure to stand up to different climates. These light pink suede slip-ons add a feminine touch to any travel outfit. They might feel out of your comfort zone, which makes this Memorial Day sale the perfect time to snag them. Plus, the built-in arch support will keep your feet comfortable whether you're sightseeing or wandering around a museum. Everyone should have a sandal that's versatile enough to transition from pool days to sunset dinners. These slides have a cushioned footbed and platform heel to keep you supported while you walk around your resort, but they can also be dressed up for nighttime outings. They come in eight different colorways, including neutrals and pastels. Worried about your foot moving around in a slide sandal? These supportive flats might be more your speed, with two adjustable closures and a back strap to keep your foot in place. One traveler who brought them on a walking-heavy trip to Los Angeles found herself reaching for them more than any other shoes she brought with her. 'They fit perfectly, and the Velcro allows [for] any adjusting in case of swelling,' she said, adding that the wide width is another bonus. These beachy sneakers are adorned in seafoam green boucle that will add a fun pop of color to your summer outfits. Part of Vionic's sustainable Beach line, the materials are eco-conscious and breathable. Plus, they're machine washable, so you can easily clean them after your adventures. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
New York Times
18-05-2025
- New York Times
New Jersey, State of Constant Motion, Learns to Live With Immobility
New Jersey is the state of constant movement. It is where people identify hometowns by exit number. Where the scenery looks odd if not seen through smudged train windows. Where the meals in its celebrated diners are served with the check as if to say, 'Eat up and get out.' Well, you might want to linger in that diner a while, maybe have a cup of joe and a slice of blueberry pie, because, bub, you ain't going nowhere fast. New Jersey has become an 8,700-square-mile rest stop. Trains aren't running, many planes are delayed or canceled and a stretch of highway is closed because of sinkholes that — who knows? — might lead to a better kind of hell. For residents of the Garden State, who normally move around so much they don't even notice the garden growing, the situation feels unnatural. It is an anti-Jersey. A Jersey stuck between stations. The latest and perhaps most devastating blow to the state's sense of its ever-mobile self came just after midnight on Friday, when about 450 unionized locomotive engineers went on strike for better pay. The job action shut down the entirety of New Jersey Transit's rail service, from the foothills of the Shawangunk Mountains in New York to the seaside city of Cape May at New Jersey's southernmost tip — including, most notably, trains into and out of Pennsylvania Station in Manhattan. 'It's terrible. It's terr-i-ble,' said Cheryll Smalls, 70, a retiree from East Orange, whose planned journeys to locations near and far had been turned upside down by transportation chaos. 'You can't get no damn where,' she said, while fuming at Newark's Penn Station. 'And once you get out, you feel you can't get back in.' The Book of Exodus details the 10 plagues that God inflicted upon the Egyptian pharaoh and his people, including swarms of locusts, an infestation of frogs and an outbreak of boils. But lately it seems that ancient Egypt has nothing on modern New Jersey. Consider this the Plague of Planes, Trains and Automobiles. It began in subterranean fashion in the Morris County town of Wharton in late December: A 40-foot by 40-foot sinkhole opened up on the eastbound right shoulder of Interstate 80, which runs all the way to California. The hole conjured nightmares of cars and trucks inadvertently taking an off-ramp straight down. Over the next three months, the state's Department of Transportation grappled with three more sinkholes on the same stretch of interstate, including ones in the eastbound and westbound lanes. Why the sudden infestation? It appears to have something to do with this area's rich history of iron mining; beneath the macadam, apparently, abandoned tunnels and mine shafts yawn. Transportation officials say that heavy rains in the past two weeks — hailstorms were also one of the biblical plagues — have delayed repair work. Two westbound lanes are scheduled to open by the end of May, but all lanes will not be open until late June. For now, traffic in both directions is being rerouted from the compromised highway and directly into delays, causing motorists to spend more time than they might have expected in the state's scenic Highlands. Then there is the airport. For more than a month now, one of the three runways at Newark Liberty International has been closed for construction, causing dominoes of delays that peak during the evening. On top of that, there have been nerve-rattling technology outages. And, on top of that, the airport has an unsettling shortage of certified air traffic controllers. How bad is it? On Monday, inadequate staffing left the Federal Aviation Administration with no choice but to forbid Newark-bound planes from taking off at other airports for several hours. At one point, only three controllers — nearly a dozen fewer than the desired amount — were working at the highly stressful job. And, finally, there is New Jersey Transit, the metropolitan area's railroad Job. Everyday train customers in New Jersey are a hardened breed, all too familiar with soul-crushing commutes that leave them questioning basic life choices. They have received the text alerts that seem written in indecipherable code. They have sat for eternities while the Portal Bridge over the Hackensack River, stuck in the open position, gets unstuck. Sometimes, sledgehammers are involved. In fitful dreams, they hear the muffled recording that New Jersey Transit apologizes for the inconvenience. The subject is sensitive. New Jersey Transit, which has been underfunded for decades, says it has made improvements. There have been fewer cancellations and better on-time performance, a particular challenge given that Amtrak trains along the northeast corridor have primacy. Still, only last year Gov. Philip D. Murphy offered free train rides for a week after what he called, with some understatement, 'a really ugly summer' of service suspensions and delays. Now, with the strike by the locomotive engineers — the first for New Jersey Transit since 1983 — it threatens to become a really ugly spring. Those who rise early to work felt the impact immediately: Mary Umana, 63, fretting at the quiet train station in Elizabeth about how to get to her job as a house cleaner in Brooklyn; Leslie Bell, 34, unable to pay $110 for an Amtrak ticket that would take him from Trenton to Newark, where he is a supervisor at a Wawa; Lawrence Dydzuhn, 60, waiting for a bus to begin what would now be a long journey from Elizabeth to Midtown Manhattan, where he works as a handyman. But Dujuan Smalls, 45, the son of the irate Ms. Smalls and a former Marine who works in building maintenance, said that surmounting strange obstacles, both natural and human-made, is part of what it meant to be from New Jersey. 'If you Jersey, you Jersey,' Mr. Smalls said. This means being unsurprised by an alert issued on Friday saying that anyone who visited Terminal B at Newark Airport on Monday afternoon might have been exposed to measles. It means being mildly amused by a New Jersey Transit message sent in the midst of the strike that an elevator at the now-deserted Newark Broad Street station had been returned to service 'effective immediately.' And it means seeing a 'Rail Service Suspended' sign taped to a window of the locked Maplewood train station, noticing its huge exclamation point — and thinking of all the colorful words that New Jerseyans might put before such emphatic punctuation.
