Feeling At Home In A Home Away From Home
If you enjoy traveling, you may already be a pro-packer... You know all the ways to roll and fold clothes to take up as little space as possible, maybe you’ve even got your hands on some packing cubes!
Sure, traveling pushes you out of your comfort zone – but that’s why we love it. Experiencing new sights, cultures, and experiences!
However, sometimes you just need a little dose of "home" to help keep you grounded amidst all of it. To feel at home anywhere, we recommend trying some house shoes for women to care for your feet while you’re on the go.
Today, that’s what we’re unpacking! Here's how to bring some of that feeling to wherever you're staying while you're on the road.
Candle: HOMESICK
There’s nothing like bringing your favorite scent along with you when you’re away from home. We love this candle because it’s got all the things we love: unusual scents, organic ingredients, and sustainable packaging.
From their website, “All our candles are poured in small batches with a natural soy wax blend. They have 100% organic cotton wicks and are made with essential oils to deliver a long-lasting, great-smelling burn.”
What’s not to love?!
These candles are also cruelty-free, non-toxic and contain no lead, plastics, paraben, phthalates or synthetic dyes.
Face Mask: Orgaid Organix Sheet Mask
After a day of walking around the city, there’s nothing like coming home to a nice, relaxing skincare routine. Backed by Dr. Baek’s research in biomaterial science and engineering, the incredible brand ORGAID is dedicated to developing products using the philosophy of Efficacious Immersion.
This means they effectively deliver the beneficial nutrition of natural ingredients onto the skin in the safest manner.
What we love about this brand is their commitment to being sustainable and ethical in their processes. According to their website they commit to using organic, non-toxic, cruelty-free ingredients, and no parabens, alcohols, sulfates, or animal testing.
Resistance Bands: Cariona Resistance Bands
If you’re on the go, and find yourself struggling to stick to a fitness and workout routine, this recommendation is especially for you!
Travelers usually find it difficult to accommodate equipment to workout properly – this is why the one thing you must not forget to pack along is resistance bands. Resistance bands are ideal for those who want to workout at home, or who like to take their workouts along when they travel.
There are many benefits to using them, especially when you’re on the go! They’re versatile, convenient, safe, and effective.
Nanopresso Portable espresso machine
Maybe you want to explore the coffee shops around you, or perhaps you’d rather enjoy a cup from the comfort of your Airbnb! Whether you’re a camper, hiker, or just between hotels, this espresso machine will be perfect for you.
It’s repeatedly been voted as one of the best travel espresso machines, and for good reason! Portable coffee machines help you prepare cafe-quality shots, without taking up space in your luggage.
“Nanopresso is one of the best and most versatile espresso machines. A truly unique addition to your coffee toolkit!”
We’ve tried it and love it too. Find out how to use it here!
Pillowcase: Sol Oragnics Crisp Percale Organic Pillowcases
Sometimes having a few of the comforts of home can make a vacation even more relaxing. While packing a heavy set of bed sheets in your suitcase might seem a bit unnecessary, some travelers do bring their linens with them when they travel.
If you are carrying linens with you, we couldn’t recommend anything better! Percale is made with a one-over-one-under structure which results in a crisp, lightweight, breathable feel. It’s perfect for summer time and warmer climates because these sheets and pillowcases feel cool and light against your skin.
If you’re like us and have a minor addiction to cotton bed linens, you might just get more rest if you bring your bedding on your trip!
Loungewear: YALA Bamboo Joggers
Long travel days can test your patience, but you don’t have to spend your journey in misery, or looking worn out either. With the right travel outfits, you can stay cool and comfortable whether you’re moving through airports or on-route for an epic road trip.
The right travel pants can also keep your look clean and stylish — even after sitting or standing in the same position for hours. The lightweight Geena Jogger is great as a stay-at-home pant, but seamlessly transitions into a live-your-best life staple.
It has an ankle cuff, which means you'll never get tripped up running out the door. It won’t collect a bunch of sand or dirt along the way either!
Simply Organic Bamboo Blanket
If you’d rather not pack linens, you can always consider carrying your favorite blanket! “Simply Organic Bamboo is proud to provide luxuriously soft, premium bedding expertly crafted from organically grown bamboo viscose.”
We love this brand because of their commitment to ethical manufacturing practices. “Every day we consciously choose to reduce our ecological footprint and protect the health of our customers because we believe it's the right thing to do. Sustainability is at the core of how we operate, by sourcing eco-friendly & renewable materials, minimizing waste, recycling, and partnering with likeminded suppliers who use a closed-loop manufacturing process.”
Consider us cuddled and sold!
Dooeys House Mules
Caring for your feet when you’re indoors should be as important as keeping them safe while you are outside. Supportive house shoes are a great travel because they provide comfort, a bit of coziness, and more protection than regular socks, but are still lightweight and breathable for when you’re on the go! Plus, it’s always nice to have an extra layer between you and potentially dirty floors.
You will be more comfortable being on your feet if you choose house shoes that fit you well, suits your activity level, and are appropriate for any problems with your feet. Dooeys house shoes are made entirely from vegan, sustainable materials and super comfortable. No effort was spared in their quality and crafting.
They’ve got adequate arch support to keep your feet happy and comfortable, and they are easy to slip on and off as you move about. The unique vegan apple leather is sourced from organic, post-processed apple skins and cores used in the juice industry. Instead of the traditional sole, Dooeys uses sugarcane EVA that has the same softness and flexibility as foam used in sneakers with a much lower carbon footprint.
One last quick tip — to brighten up your travel digs and put your own mark on the place, go to a local market and pick out a bouquet of flowers to enjoy as you settle into your new space.
Happy traveling!