Jane Sung

Pack efficiently—and lightning fast—by following these steps.

Step one? Wash your hair less.

Globetrotters offer their craftiest packing tricks for that long-haul destination.

There are few who would call lengthy flights enjoyable, yet they’re often an unavoidable part of reaching those faraway, bucket list-worthy destinations. With some strategic planning, however, it’s possible to make them a somewhat pleasant experience—or at least feel slightly less interminable. We phoned in the advice of a few frequent fliers for packing tips and in-flight essentials that make for a breezy journey, even at 30,000 feet. Keep a separate carry-on bag handy Even if you always carry…

Tracee Ellis Ross feels very comfortable at cruising altitude. The actress, director, and star of ABC’s Black-ish grew up in Europe, spent her youth accompanying her mom, singer Diana Ross, on international jaunts, and racks up frequent flier miles monthly. Ross recently partnered with the new United Explorer Card, which now offers Global Entry credit and double rewards, and we sat down with her in her hometown of Los Angeles to talk about taking travel risks, carry-on essentials, and why you sh…

There’s no time like the present for several eyes-closed, deep-breath moments, however brief, to break up the daily grind. Add a moisturizing face mist spray into the equation and you get an instant dose of mood-lifting hydration and pampering that’s as welcome during a long-haul flight as it is a seemingly interminable WFH day. Thanks to a slew of versatile formulas, there’s a version for every skincare concern—from balancing inflamed, travel-weary skin to giving an extra layer of sun protectio…

All of which you’ll actually enjoy carrying around.

Now that protective face coverings are the new norm, beauty routines require some adjusting. Regardless of skin type, wearing a face mask for short stretches of time—let alone throughout the duration of a flight, as mandated by most airlines—often results in redness, sensitivity, and the dreaded “maskne.” “Your breath, perspiration, and heat under the mask can create an ideal environment for irritation and imbalance,” says Venice-based aesthetician Alexandra Wagner, who recommends, before donnin…

They’ll gear her up for the next trip—or bring a taste of the road home. While Mother’s Day may once again look a little different this year, you can still make it extra special for the moms, in-laws, and grandmothers who deserve to be celebrated year-round for having one of the hardest jobs out there. Since they may not be heading off on vacation quite yet, we’ve rounded up our top picks for wanderlust-inducing gift baskets and travel-friendly sets that are just right for lavishing the mothers…

Budget-friendly holiday gifts for all the travelers in your life.