Olivia Young

3 weeks ago | travelandleisure.com | Olivia Young

Credit: Travel + Leisure Whether your summer plans include a lakeside escape, a national park adventure, or as much beach time as possible, a bike is a game-changer. It’s great for cruising the campground, hopping from your rental to the sand, or skipping the hassle of parking altogether. Even better? A bike that does the heavy lifting for you. That’s where electric bikes—and their glorious boost mode—come in handy.

1 month ago | travelandleisure.com | Olivia Young

Credit: Travel + Leisure Flip-flops are probably not what you’d think your podiatrist would recommend for issues like plantar fasciitis or bone spurs. But, the Aerothotic sandals are no ordinary flip-flops—and they have more than 30,000 five-star ratings at Amazon to prove it. From hiking and biking to navigating swaying cruise ships and 500-acre theme parks, shoppers have put these comfy, supportive sandals to the test.

1 month ago | travelandleisure.com | Olivia Young

Credit: Travel + Leisure Nobody makes a belt bag like Lululemon. Although the brand may be known for its beloved yoga apparel and loungewear, its viral bags maintain a standing among its best-selling, top-rated products. The classic Everywhere Belt Bag, specifically—the original Lululemon fanny pack—has accrued a whopping 28,000 reviews and an impressive 4.7-star average rating.

1 month ago | travelandleisure.com | Olivia Young

Credit: Travel + Leisure Travel toiletry bags are ubiquitous. You could easily find one for $5 at the big box store down the street, but there’s a case to be made for spending a little extra for certain features. One detail that pays in convenience is the foldable, hanging design. Flight attendants love a large-capacity hanging toiletry case. The interior organization and abundance of pockets mean each tier is like its own little makeup bag.

1 month ago | travelandleisure.com | Olivia Young

Credit: Travel + Leisure What do hair, food, mold, and bodily fluids have in common? They’re all things that travelers have found inside complimentary airplane blankets, according to Natalie Magee, a flight attendant of 20 years. That’s right: Even flight attendants don’t want to touch them after seeing passengers use them to clean up spills, wipe their noses, and catch toenail clippings.