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Best Travel Photography Cameras and Gear (From a Professional Photographer)

What should be in your camera bag for travel photography in 2025? After ten non-stop years as a professional travel photographer, these are the best cameras, tripods, and accessories I use - plus the smartest budget picks and lightest compact gear built for life on the move. This is what is worth carrying on in your suitcase all around the world.

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03 - Travel Essentials

Curated Pieces I Never Travel Without

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FujiFilm X100VI Travel Camera

The perfect camera for amazing travel photos in a small, lightweight body.

Lululemon Cruiser Travel Backpack 35L

The world's BEST travel backpack - You can fit everything here and still fly with it as a personal item

Bose SoundLink Micro Portable Speaker USB-C

Tiny, waterproof, and LOUD, with great sound. I've been obsessed for years and never leave without it.

Universal International Travel Adapter

The only adapter you'll ever need, with room for all your devices.

Airplane Foot Sling

A must for side sleepers - this is how I survive long flights in economy.

Quince Eco Compression Packing Cubes

If you use packing cubes once, you'll never go back! I haven't left home without them in years.

SILKSILKY One Piece Silk Sleep Eye Mask

The truely elite eyemask - complete darkness and ear covering for extra noise cancelling

100% Silk Polka Dot Triangle Scarf

One scarf to wear as a hair accessory, top, belt, kerchief, bag charm...

Teva Women's Flatform Universal Sandal

A classic, comfortable Teva with enough of a platform to feel elevated

Canon - PowerShot G7 X Mark III Camera

One of the best travel cameras you can buy

CalPak Clear Cosmetics Case in 3 Sizes

The one toiletry bag everyone is obsessed with, invest in it once and have it forever.

Vacation Super Spritz SPF 50 Face Mist

The only way I finally reapply SPF as much as you are supposed to throughout the day, this spritz goes perfectly over makeup.

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What to Wear in the South of France - 30+ Outfit Ideas for Provence and French Riviera Summer Style

If you're wondering what to wear in Provence, searching for French Riviera style inspiration, or putting together a South of France packing list, the right combination of travel essentials, chic holiday outfits, and Europe summer 2026 staples can carry you through beaches, villages, wineries, markets, and waterfront dinners with far less than you might expect. Dozens of outfit ideas to save, a complete packing guide, and a capsule wardrobe that feels practical, stylish, and full of personality.

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The Best Brands and Styles for Curvy Girls - Where to Shop For a Small Waist and Big Hips

Call it pear shaped, curvy figured, thick, or anything else - Having a small waist, wide hips, and/or a big butt can be incredibly hard to shop for and dress - especially when your top and bottom wear two different sizes. I've rounded up all the best brands, shops, and styles that make an hourglass body shape look amazing!

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