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2015 Travel Gift Guide for the Traveller in Your Life

Style, Travel Gear

November 23, 2015 in | 1

It’s that time of year again. I don’t know how it’s late-November already. Seriously, how did that happen? Didn’t I just blink and it was (Canadian) Thanksgiving? Normally, I’m all up on Christmas shopping in September. This year, not so much. Procrastination is real. So instead of getting through my own list, I’m going to procrastinate some more and help you with yours. Have a travel lover on your shopping list? I put together a gift guide just for you.

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What to Pack for Boston | SuitcaseandHeels.com

What I Wore in Boston

North America, Style

April 16, 2015 in • | 0

I was recently in Boston to speak at the Women in Travel Summit. I initially had thoughts of going carry-on only but a mix of day and evening events, chilly weather and the fact that I extended my stay to 6 days put the kibosh to that. Want to know what I packed for springtime in Boston?

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Sneakers for Travel

4 Great Stylish Sneakers for Travel

Style

March 4, 2015 in | 4

Sneakers are back, in a serious way. For the last few fashion seasons, flats have been taking over from heels as being the footwear of choice of trendsetters. In particular sneakers. You know something is hot when they show up in multiple runway shows! Everyone from Valentino to Louboutin are rockin’ runners. So what does this mean for us travellers? We can be both fashion-forward and comfortable! Tired, aching feet rejoice!

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What I Wore in Paris | SuitcaseandHeels.com

What I Wore in Paris

Europe, Style

February 17, 2015 in • | 3

Heading to the eternally chic City of Lights this past fall, I wanted to make sure that I didn’t stand out as a tourist. Parisian women are known worldwide for their particular brand of style and I wanted to do my best to fit in with them. So what did I pack?

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Minimalist Travel Makeup | SuitcaseandHeels.com

My Minimalist Travel Makeup

Style, Travel Gear

February 2, 2015 in | 0

Just because you’re travelling doesn’t mean you need to forgo all your beauty products, but it also doesn’t mean you need to pack the whole bathroom cabinet. I always love “what did I pack” posts so I thought I’d give you a peek into my own travel makeup bag.

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Venus Snap | SuitcaseandHeels.com

Friday Find: Venus Snap Travel Razor

Style, Travel Gear

December 12, 2014 in • | 1

I must admit that I love my fancy Venus razor with replaceable blade cartridges, but it sucks at travel. The packaging for the blade wasn’t reusable and just sticking the razor into my toiletry kit while on the road was a dangerous, messy option. I may have fist pumped in the aisle at Target when I stumbled onto the Venus Snap.

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2014 Travel Gift Guide

2014 Travel Gift Guide for the Travel Lover

Style, Travel Gear

December 10, 2014 in | 0

Can you believe that we’re already 10 days into December? Yikes! Christmas always seems to sneak up on me and this year is no different. I know it seems like everyone and their dog is putting out a gift guide this time of year, but I love looking at them all when I get stumped on a cool gift for someone. I also wanted to share some things that I use in my travel life that I think would make fab gifts for the travel lover on your shopping list.

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International Mittens | SuitcaseandHeels.com

The Story of My International Mittens

Stories, Style

November 29, 2014 in | 4

It’s currently snowing the first real, stick to the ground snow of the year here in St. John’s as I write this. Since it’s new and I have yet to have to shovel it I’m going to revel in it’s prettiness and break out the Christmas tunes and egg nog. It also means it’s time to get my mittens out.

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The Godfrey Hotel - Chicago | SuitcaseandHeels.com

How to Make Your Home Feel Like a Chic Hotel

Hotels, Style, Travel Tips

September 8, 2014 in | 15

I’m going to let you in on a not-so-secret secret. I love hotels. Staying in a nice hotel is one of my favourite things. Maybe it’s the free cable. Maybe it’s the lack of housekeeping responsibility. Maybe it’s the tiny soaps. I sometimes think about how I can bring that hotel feel back home with me. So I came up with a few tips.

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Check a Suitcase

It’s Not a Sin to Check a Bag

Style

June 2, 2014 in • | 14

My teeny entryway closet is overflowing. Despite my various racks, shoes spill out. They take up space in my spare room closet. They lurk under my desk at work. Sometimes they stowaway in my car. There may even be a pair or two hiding in my suitcase. They are one reason why I can’t seem to pack light.

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Friday Find: The Multiple by NARS

Style, Travel Gear

February 28, 2014 in | 0

When I found myself in a Sephora on the mainland recently I decided to take a chance and splurged on The Multiple by NARS, thinking it would make a great addition to my travel kit. Combine the Multiple with my other favourite multi-purpose beauty product, BB cream, and you’ve got a full, basic face in just two tubes. You can’t get a whole lot more efficient than that.

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Secret Sweater | SuitcaseandHeels.com

Friday Find: Secret Sweater

Style, Travel Gear

January 17, 2014 in | 1

A sweater I could wear under a blazer that would add a layer of warmth without the bulk? It even comes in its own little pouch that looks like a small pillow? I’m intrigued. Enter the ‘secret sweater’, a packable, versatile, lightweight layering piece.

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Fairmont Palliser in Calgary, AB | SuitcaseandHeels.com

A Weekend of Affordable Luxury, Art and Design in Calgary, AB

Hotels, North America, Style

October 25, 2013 in • • • | 1

As soon as I stepped into the lobby of the Fairmont Palliser in Calgary, Alberta I felt out of my element. The soaring ceilings, giant chandeliers, and marble floors let me know that I was in for a night of luxury. The Palliser isn’t trying to be hip and trendy, but instead has a timeless class and luxury about it. Normally this would be the type of hotel that I would aspire to stay at while I schlepped my stuff to a rental or budget inn, but Fairmont teamed up with PARK (Promoting Artists | Redefining Kulture) to offer some packages that made a weekend of luxury realistically affordable.

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Bra bag from the Brag Company | SuitcaseandHeels.com

Friday Find: Hard-shell Bra Case

Style, Travel Gear

October 18, 2013 in • | 5

I apologize right now to my male readers. You’re probably going to have little interest in what I’ve got to say. Unless you too have trouble with mangled bras and underwear going astray in your suitcase. In which case, read on and say good-bye to squashed bras.

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Friday Find: Ivory 2-in-1

Style, Travel Gear, Travel Tips

September 20, 2013 in • | 0

These days, whether you’re a carry-on only traveller or one who, like me, has a bad habit of packing a suitcase full to bursting, finding products that can do double duty is always great. Today’s find isn’t even one I was out hunting for which made the discovery even better.

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The Ultimate London Shopping Trip

Europe, Style

February 26, 2013 in • | 0

In honour of London Fashion Week, VisitBritain Shop has asked bloggers to put together their perfect London shopping trip. Being the aspiring fashionista that I am, a shopping trip to London would be heaven. On this magical trip I would put together a perfect outfit featuring British designers and shops: Burberry, Stella McCartney, Lulu Guinness, Harrods and more!

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My New Favourite Travel Gear

Style, Travel Gear, Travel Tips

October 26, 2012 in | 13

Before every big trip I think “I must have everything I need. I don’t need to buy anything.” and yet every time, I buy stuff. Usually it’s clothes. Sometimes it’s gear. Often it turns out that I didn’t really need the things I bought. This time though I actually made my travel ife easier with these new purchases. If you’re doing some traveling soon and haven’t yet refined your gear list down to the essential must-haves, let me show you what worked for me.

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Airport

How to Stay Stylish at the Airport

Style, Travel Tips

August 7, 2012 in | 1

I’ve just booked a huge round the world itinerary with some really long overnight flights and I’d really like to avoid looking like a homeless person when I land so I’ve been thinking about how I could retain some modicum of style while still being comfortable. Surely, there’s a compromise between high fashion and looking like you rolled out of bed and onto the plane?

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About Melissa Hogan

I'm a web designer by trade, a one-time amateur bellydancer, a shoe lover and a travel junkie. The travel bug has only hit me hard in recent years but I'm attempting to make the most of it while still working 9-5.

I want to inspire you to get out there and see the world, push your own limits and look good while doing it.