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Travel + Leisure
2 days ago
- Health
- Travel + Leisure
As a Travel Nurse Who's Been to Over 100 Countries, I Never Leave Home Without These 13 Essentials, From $25
When you've traveled to over 100 countries, you learn to be an expert packer. Cherene Saradar is a travel nurse anaesthetist who spends half the year traveling for contract work at hospitals around the U.S. and the other half globe-trotting for pleasure, having visited all seven continents and 116 countries to date. Her medical background dictates her packing style, as she prioritizes items that focus on comfort and health. And, as a proud carry-on-only traveler (even for three-month-long trips), she knows how to pack wisely to not waste precious space. Saradar shared with me the travel essentials she takes on every trip while packing light. From her must-have carry-on tote to the comfortable sneakers she always wears, keep reading for the 13 non-negotiables she takes with her on every trip. In order to pack for months without checking a cabin bag, it's not just your carry-on suitcase that matters, but also the spaciousness of your personal item. Saradar swears by the Longchamp Le Pliage Tote Bag. She takes this travel bag on every flight as she can fit everything she needs with her on a flight, including her camera and laptop, while still easily fitting it under the airplane seat. It holds her tried-and-true essentials for a comfortable flight, including: silicone earplugs, a soft eye mask, Drunk Elephant lip balm, hand cream, and a light scarf or sweater. When not in use, she can pack it down and store it in her suitcase. 'It's easy to clean, durable, comes in tons of colors, and it gives me a bit of style and luxury without breaking the bank,' she says. 'It's also a great day bag, shopping bag, camera bag, and beach bag.' Saradar has been using the same carry-on for a decade. The Travelpro Maxlite Carry-on is one of the lightest carry-on suitcases on the market, which matters for airlines that weigh your cabin bags. It adheres to various internationally accepted carry-on dimensions, standing at 21 inches tall. 'I like the organization of the bag. The outside pocket on the front easily fits my laptop, and the inner lid pocket is very handy,' she says. 'It's a durable spinner bag that's easy to push.' $145 $116 at Zappos $145 $116 at As a nurse, Saradar knows that the right shoes are so important. 'They're the base of your wardrobe and also the most important thing for your well-being,' she says. Whether working in the hospital or exploring the world, she swears by Hoka sneakers. When she's traveling, she prefers the Arahi style in white so she can pair them with everything from dresses and skirts to her workout gear. 'I've been wearing the Hoka Arahi for years. I can't believe how good my back feels in these. They're like walking on a cloud and provide pronation support," she says, which is important for maintaining an even stride. They're so good she swears they've fixed the back pain she suffered from for years, and she feels comfortable walking in them all day. It's possible to be stylish and comfy, and Saradar requires that her travel clothes be both. You won't catch her flying in sweatpants. Instead, she always flies in Athleta loungewear that she deems to be nice enough for wearing in public, while still feeling cozy and comfortable on long-haul flights. She basically lives in the Athleta Venice High Rise Wide-leg Pant. 'They're super flattering as there's just enough stretch and the waistband doesn't feel tight, but they still appear fitted and polished,' she says. 'The pants drape beautifully like trousers but feel like soft loungewear. And a major bonus — they don't wrinkle.' Saradar recommends picking up a few pairs in neutral colors like off-white or black so you can pair them with any tops. On flights, she's typically dressed in head-to-toe Athleta, pairing this Seasoft Quarter Zip with the Venice wide-leg pants. She loves how cozy and warm the quarter zip is and finds the fleece to be sleek, as it drapes with structure rather than looking slouchy. The cool-to-the-touch fabric is perfect for planes with varying temperatures, as it will keep you just warm enough without overheating. It's super lightweight, so you can easily stow it away in your tote bag when not needed. $100 at Amazon $100 at Zappos Not only is it important to have a good pair of sneakers, but it's also useful to have comfy, stylish sandals on hand. 'Shoes that won't give you blisters, allow you to walk as much as you want, don't give you back pain, and still look kind of cute is a tall order,' she says. She's worn many sandals from the brand Born over the years and wears them until they fall apart. 'They're incredibly cushy and soft. They're functional yet still look nice enough for evening,' she says. 'I can walk all day in them, and have even done some light hiking.' With adjustable straps, a lightweight cork sole, and a soft leather upper, these sandals are the perfect comfortable choice for any trip. No matter where she's headed, Saradar makes room in her carry-on for a lightweight jacket, especially if she'll be visiting warmer destinations where she could get caught in tropical rain. 'I always bring my North Face lightweight hooded waterproof jacket,' she says. 'It takes hardly any room in the luggage and is handy to throw on for windy or wet days.' With adjustable drawstrings on the hood and bottom of the jacket, this North Face hooded coat will easily keep out wind and rain. If she's off to a colder locale, she packs a Lole brand ethical down hooded puffer jacket in dark teal. 'I always get compliments on the jacket. It packs well as it's extremely light yet still very warm and cozy,' she says. Saradar always packs a maxi skirt, which can be easily layered and mixed and matched throughout her trip to create multiple outfits. 'Lately, I've been packing this skirt because I can change up the tops and wear various outfits. You can wear tank tops, short sleeves, long sleeves, sweaters, a sweatshirt, or a blazer with it — it's super versatile,' she says. 'A longer skirt makes you look put and can provide proper coverage in conservative regions.' She owns this pleated chiffon skirt from Amazon in a light khaki color. Because it's neutral, it works for all seasons and matches everything. She's 5-foot-1, so despite the midi cut, it fits her like a maxi skirt. Another one of her favorite Amazon finds is this Zesica floral printed maxi wrap dress. 'I've worn it on so many trips. It's lightweight, easy to pack, and is casual enough for daytime but looks dressy enough for going out to dinner or a party.' The battery of Saradar's phone drains quickly when she's on the go all day using maps and her phone's camera. 'Not having a phone to call for help or to use a map is a huge safety concern for me, so keeping it charged is vital,' she says. 'I don't like to carry a bulky, heavy charger, so the Clutch one is perfect as it's tiny and magnetizes to the back of your phone.' It also comes with a built-in cable, so you don't have to worry about forgetting your cord in the hotel room. After traveling to over 100 countries, Saradar swears by using a hanging toiletry bag. She says it's a total game changer because you don't have to rely on shelf or counter space. She uses one from Biaggi, which operates in the same way as this Bagsmart option. 'It has space to hold everything, including my makeup, toothbrush, deodorant, jewelry, cotton swabs, and more. It has tons of pockets and keeps me organized,' she says. But it's not just hanging toiletry bags that make organizing her belongings in a hotel room easier—she also uses hanging packing cubes. Since she packs in a carry-on, she uses Biaggi's medium-sized hanging packing cube. 'This makes packing and unpacking in the hotel so easy. All you have to do is hang it in the closet and then fold it and compress it with the strap to put it back in the suitcase,' she says. This is her secret to being able to pack for a month in Europe in a carry-on. It's fair to say Saradar is a big fan of using packing cubes. In addition to the hanging style, she also loves this set from Eagle Creek, which comes in different sizes. 'I use the small 1-liter cube for underwear and socks, and the medium-sized pouch to hold my tech, outlet adaptors, wires, cords, and zip drives,' she explains. As a nurse, Saradar knows how important it is to stay hydrated. She tries to drink as much water as possible throughout the day, and says her Lifestraw water bottle is essential. 'Lifestraw makes virtually any water safe to drink. I can drink water from any tap as it filters bacteria, parasites, microplastics, and dirt,' she says. This BPA-free plastic version is lighter than the heavier insulated stainless steel style, making it ideal for taking on the go. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
Glasgow Times
6 days ago
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Soumillon steps in for Detain ride at Chantilly
The Juddmonte-owned colt stayed on to finish sixth in the Poule d'Essai des Poulains and Thady Gosden, who trains in partnership with his father John, thinks a step up in trip will suit Detain, with the yard also running Bowmark, who will be ridden by Tom Marquand. 'The plan is to run both at the moment and both came out of their last races well,' said Thady Gosden. Detain will be ridden by Christophe Soumillon (Adam Davy/PA) 'Detain ran in the Poulains, he travelled back great from that, and Bowmark from York. 'Detain has been in good order, that was his first foreign trip but he took the experience very well. That was into Longchamp and this will be into Chantilly. 'He ran a nice race there, he was doing all his best work late on and shaped as if the step up to 10 furlongs would suit.' Regarding the booking of Soumillon, Gosden added: 'Christophe Soumillon is who he is. He's a world-class jockey and he was available for the ride, so after discussions he kindly agreed to ride him. Bowmark impressed at York (Mike Egerton/PA) 'Tom Marquand will ride Bowmark with William Buick riding for Godolphin. 'I wouldn't know which one I'd want to ride, I'd probably wait for the draw before I answered! 'It's Bowmark's first time travelling abroad so he'll need to travel well whereas Detain has the experience of that, but hopefully they both continue to improve as the season goes on. Hopefully they are both impressive three-year-olds. 'It looks like being a big field and Chantilly has its quirks. The bigger the field, the more trouble we are likely to run into. Circumstantially a lot will have to go right and the draw is a major factor in that. Time will tell.' Richard Hannon's King Of Cities was supplemented for the Classic at a cost of €72,000 on Wednesday. ✅ Almeric fends off King Of Cities in the £55,000 Listed @bet365 Feilden Stakes at HQ — Racing TV (@RacingTV) April 15, 2025 Speaking at Windsor on Monday, Hannon told Sky Sports Racing: 'I always thought he was an extremely good horse. He's by the best stallion in the world (Dubawi) and he has an extremely good pedigree. 'He doesn't have anything to prove to me, it's a big step up to go to the French Derby but he's capable of anything.' Andre Fabre has also supplemented the once-raced Sinileo, for the same connections who supplemented subsequent winner Sosie for the Prix d'Ispahan.
Fashion Network
23-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Longchamp's revamped La Maison Unique demonstrates a fresh approach to sustainability
Retail's golden rule has always been that the ground-floor storefront is the only option. However, in some cases, it turns out that subsequent higher floors offer the most square footage for retail selling. Such was the case for French accessories giant Longchamp when they purchased a building at 132 Spring Street over 20 years ago. They scored a design coup by enlisting world-renowned architect Thomas Heatherwick of Little Island and The Vessel fame, among other masterpieces, as the English designer is not known for retail designs. As the innovative design he created for the New York store dubbed "La Maison Unique" approaches the 20-year mark, Longchamp CEO Jean Cassegrain and Heatherwick sat in conversation at the store's penthouse floor and shared with an audience the journey of the distinctive store and its new look. CEO Cassegrain walked through the space, pointing out the design changes. "We had several goals to make the store brighter, so we removed some of these wooden wall units and set them back from the windows to create more natural light as these units are beautiful from behind too," Cassegrain said as he pointed to massive corner windows, now adorned with a neon green logo. "We wanted people to flow more freely. So, we've opened the space toward the street and the daylight," he added. The floors were sanded to reveal a light blonde finish, and new lighting and display hooks using magnet technology were also installed. Heatherwick further designated the space in the roughly 4,000-square-foot floor by covering the classic architectural columns typical in SoHo's cast-iron buildings with a green carpet that oozed out into a green-patterned circular rug, designating sections of the space. Custom consoles and movable shelving, like a layered Lazy Susan, were used to display products. Side chairs, curved "croissant" couches, and a Gio Ponti side table are among the new furniture that inhabit the spaces. There are also bits of vintage bric-a-brac, including vintage leather-covered pipes to hold tobacco in a nod to the brand's origins, all a visual feast for mid-century modern lovers. As lovely as it is, Cassegrain quickly points out that the concept is just for New York. "It's made for here; the scale and location make it unique and special and meant to stay here. There is no intention to duplicate it," he continued. The revamp, which is less wasteful and has less negative environmental impact than a complete gut and redo, is a result of the brand's retail reset post-COVID. "We've been putting more emphasis on welcoming the customer, making the space geared toward the customer rather than designed to solve our internal problems. Some constraints don't exist anymore, which has allowed us to give more space to the customer, create places that can be enjoyed, which is also why we have brought in some artwork," Cassegrain explained, pointing out a Japanese ceramic sculpture on a coffee table. "In the past four or five years, we've redone most of our stores worldwide. So this one is being redone too, but in its own unique way, with the same brand DNA and principles but still on brand," he added. During the chat, Heatherwick recalled the design problems that needed solving when he entered the space with a small first-floor footprint. "We had to design a staircase that wasn't too imposing or unwelcoming. Even the balustrade was carefully considered, not only for safety concerns but also because glass panes define space with harsh edges and reflections. Hence, we made a giant 'toaster' to melt this acrylic panel, which gives a softer edge," Heatherwick told the crowd of the infamous green 'lanes' that flow upwardly in a curvy pattern to the second and third floors on the open-design staircase, which is bathed in light thanks to the hole in the ceiling the designer said he made to let in the light. Heatherwick joked that discussing how the building presented design challenges and how they worked it out "felt like a therapy session" and added the numerous meetings with the various multi-generation family members and teamwork, which he remembered fondly. To celebrate the brand, Heatherwick and co. hosted a reopening party attended by some of the buzziest VIPs currently, such as Emma Roberts, Ego Nwodim, Natalia Dyer, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, Isabela Merced, and more, a DJ set by Amrit Tietz and Mona Matsuoka, and a specially choreographed dance performance inspired by the space from Jacob Jonas The Company. To manage the new opening and share news with the public, event coordinators tried to get a permit to block a traffic lane, only to discover it was just a sliver of the street, to their surprise. It's the same for guests arriving at the compact ground floor of the 8,600-square-foot space in SoHo. "It's a place to discover. It's unassuming because you don't see it from the street," Cassegrain noted.
Fashion Network
23-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Longchamp's revamped La Maison Unique demonstrates a fresh approach to sustainability
Retail's golden rule has always been that the ground-floor storefront is the only option. However, in some cases, it turns out that subsequent higher floors offer the most square footage for retail selling. Such was the case for French accessories giant Longchamp when they purchased a building at 132 Spring Street over 20 years ago. They scored a design coup by enlisting world-renowned architect Thomas Heatherwick of Little Island and The Vessel fame, among other masterpieces, as the English designer is not known for retail designs. As the innovative design he created for the New York store dubbed "La Maison Unique" approaches the 20-year mark, Longchamp CEO Jean Cassegrain and Heatherwick sat in conversation at the store's penthouse floor and shared with an audience the journey of the distinctive store and its new look. CEO Cassegrain walked through the space, pointing out the design changes. "We had several goals to make the store brighter, so we removed some of these wooden wall units and set them back from the windows to create more natural light as these units are beautiful from behind too," Cassegrain said as he pointed to massive corner windows, now adorned with a neon green logo. "We wanted people to flow more freely. So, we've opened the space toward the street and the daylight," he added. The floors were sanded to reveal a light blonde finish, and new lighting and display hooks using magnet technology were also installed. Heatherwick further designated the space in the roughly 4,000-square-foot floor by covering the classic architectural columns typical in SoHo's cast-iron buildings with a green carpet that oozed out into a green-patterned circular rug, designating sections of the space. Custom consoles and movable shelving, like a layered Lazy Susan, were used to display products. Side chairs, curved "croissant" couches, and a Gio Ponti side table are among the new furniture that inhabit the spaces. There are also bits of vintage bric-a-brac, including vintage leather-covered pipes to hold tobacco in a nod to the brand's origins, all a visual feast for mid-century modern lovers. As lovely as it is, Cassegrain quickly points out that the concept is just for New York. "It's made for here; the scale and location make it unique and special and meant to stay here. There is no intention to duplicate it," he continued. The revamp, which is less wasteful and has less negative environmental impact than a complete gut and redo, is a result of the brand's retail reset post-COVID. "We've been putting more emphasis on welcoming the customer, making the space geared toward the customer rather than designed to solve our internal problems. Some constraints don't exist anymore, which has allowed us to give more space to the customer, create places that can be enjoyed, which is also why we have brought in some artwork," Cassegrain explained, pointing out a Japanese ceramic sculpture on a coffee table. "In the past four or five years, we've redone most of our stores worldwide. So this one is being redone too, but in its own unique way, with the same brand DNA and principles but still on brand," he added. During the chat, Heatherwick recalled the design problems that needed solving when he entered the space with a small first-floor footprint. "We had to design a staircase that wasn't too imposing or unwelcoming. Even the balustrade was carefully considered, not only for safety concerns but also because glass panes define space with harsh edges and reflections. Hence, we made a giant 'toaster' to melt this acrylic panel, which gives a softer edge," Heatherwick told the crowd of the infamous green 'lanes' that flow upwardly in a curvy pattern to the second and third floors on the open-design staircase, which is bathed in light thanks to the hole in the ceiling the designer said he made to let in the light. Heatherwick joked that discussing how the building presented design challenges and how they worked it out "felt like a therapy session" and added the numerous meetings with the various multi-generation family members and teamwork, which he remembered fondly. To celebrate the brand, Heatherwick and co. hosted a reopening party attended by some of the buzziest VIPs currently, such as Emma Roberts, Ego Nwodim, Natalia Dyer, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, Isabela Merced, and more, a DJ set by Amrit Tietz and Mona Matsuoka, and a specially choreographed dance performance inspired by the space from Jacob Jonas The Company. To manage the new opening and share news with the public, event coordinators tried to get a permit to block a traffic lane, only to discover it was just a sliver of the street, to their surprise. It's the same for guests arriving at the compact ground floor of the 8,600-square-foot space in SoHo. "It's a place to discover. It's unassuming because you don't see it from the street," Cassegrain noted.
Fashion Network
23-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Longchamp's revamped La Maison Unique demonstrates a fresh approach to sustainability
Retail's golden rule has always been that the ground-floor storefront is the only option. However, in some cases, it turns out that subsequent higher floors offer the most square footage for retail selling. Such was the case for French accessories giant Longchamp when they purchased a building at 132 Spring Street over 20 years ago. They scored a design coup by enlisting world-renowned architect Thomas Heatherwick of Little Island and The Vessel fame, among other masterpieces, as the English designer is not known for retail designs. As the innovative design he created for the New York store dubbed "La Maison Unique" approaches the 20-year mark, Longchamp CEO Jean Cassegrain and Heatherwick sat in conversation at the store's penthouse floor and shared with an audience the journey of the distinctive store and its new look. CEO Cassegrain walked through the space, pointing out the design changes. "We had several goals to make the store brighter, so we removed some of these wooden wall units and set them back from the windows to create more natural light as these units are beautiful from behind too," Cassegrain said as he pointed to massive corner windows, now adorned with a neon green logo. "We wanted people to flow more freely. So, we've opened the space toward the street and the daylight," he added. The floors were sanded to reveal a light blonde finish, and new lighting and display hooks using magnet technology were also installed. Heatherwick further designated the space in the roughly 4,000-square-foot floor by covering the classic architectural columns typical in SoHo's cast-iron buildings with a green carpet that oozed out into a green-patterned circular rug, designating sections of the space. Custom consoles and movable shelving, like a layered Lazy Susan, were used to display products. Side chairs, curved "croissant" couches, and a Gio Ponti side table are among the new furniture that inhabit the spaces. There are also bits of vintage bric-a-brac, including vintage leather-covered pipes to hold tobacco in a nod to the brand's origins, all a visual feast for mid-century modern lovers. As lovely as it is, Cassegrain quickly points out that the concept is just for New York. "It's made for here; the scale and location make it unique and special and meant to stay here. There is no intention to duplicate it," he continued. The revamp, which is less wasteful and has less negative environmental impact than a complete gut and redo, is a result of the brand's retail reset post-COVID. "We've been putting more emphasis on welcoming the customer, making the space geared toward the customer rather than designed to solve our internal problems. Some constraints don't exist anymore, which has allowed us to give more space to the customer, create places that can be enjoyed, which is also why we have brought in some artwork," Cassegrain explained, pointing out a Japanese ceramic sculpture on a coffee table. "In the past four or five years, we've redone most of our stores worldwide. So this one is being redone too, but in its own unique way, with the same brand DNA and principles but still on brand," he added. During the chat, Heatherwick recalled the design problems that needed solving when he entered the space with a small first-floor footprint. "We had to design a staircase that wasn't too imposing or unwelcoming. Even the balustrade was carefully considered, not only for safety concerns but also because glass panes define space with harsh edges and reflections. Hence, we made a giant 'toaster' to melt this acrylic panel, which gives a softer edge," Heatherwick told the crowd of the infamous green 'lanes' that flow upwardly in a curvy pattern to the second and third floors on the open-design staircase, which is bathed in light thanks to the hole in the ceiling the designer said he made to let in the light. Heatherwick joked that discussing how the building presented design challenges and how they worked it out "felt like a therapy session" and added the numerous meetings with the various multi-generation family members and teamwork, which he remembered fondly. To celebrate the brand, Heatherwick and co. hosted a reopening party attended by some of the buzziest VIPs currently, such as Emma Roberts, Ego Nwodim, Natalia Dyer, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, Isabela Merced, and more, a DJ set by Amrit Tietz and Mona Matsuoka, and a specially choreographed dance performance inspired by the space from Jacob Jonas The Company. To manage the new opening and share news with the public, event coordinators tried to get a permit to block a traffic lane, only to discover it was just a sliver of the street, to their surprise. It's the same for guests arriving at the compact ground floor of the 8,600-square-foot space in SoHo. "It's a place to discover. It's unassuming because you don't see it from the street," Cassegrain noted.
