Tomorrow I leave for Phoenix on a 7am flight. Of course, Philadelphia weather is nothing to be desired right now. I just got back from the gym, and had to navigate through puddles and cold, almost frozen rain mid-December. Going from one climate to another is absolutely a nightmare for a one bag traveler. Especially when there are unexpected conditions for not only when you depart, but also when you arrive.
One important thing to do is of course 1. Check the weather, but in addition to this you’ll want to have some things with you to make sure that you’re braving the elements. When in doubt with rain, and I know I’ll be doing a lot of outside maneuvering, I bring my umbrella. My umbrella is pint sized (literally!) and can fit in the front pocket of my airboss bag. This may seem like a no brainer to you. Of COURSE pack an umbrella when it’s raining, duh! But there are other things that you may not have considered.
How about those shoes? I usually travel with only a pair of sneakers and a pair of heels. As a woman, these two are essential travel necessities. Well, Let me remind those of you who haven’t been in the rain recently in sneakers… They get soaked to your socks!!! And rain can ruin a good pair of heels. So what to do?
Wear a pair of hiking/trail sneakers. These babies are made for rugged weather, and you can wear them when you work out. Absolutely brilliant isn’t it?
I recommend anything keen. They are waterproof, stylish and functional.
See photo in this post.
To buy, try zappos!
http://www.zappos.com/keen-targhee-ii-walnut
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What do you suggest for a decent looking travel rain jacket you can use for work or play? I feel like this is the holy grail of travel for professional women…
Hi Susie! It really depends on how much you plan on spending. I have two options here for you in the $200 range. You can get the best of the best like this North Face jacket: http://www.rei.com/product/794577 Which is in my opinion the best possible travel jacket because of the removable layers. You can adjust it for colder weather by removing lining. But if you’re just looking for a more stylish jacket that doubles for business this jacket is the real deal: http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2883361?cm_cat=datafeed&cm_pla=outerwear:women:3/4_or_long_coat&cm_ite=mycra_pac_designer_wear_reversible_scrunch_neck_travel_coat:174495&cm_ven=shopping&mr:referralID=19cf57cf-13a2-11df-8544-000423c27407 (I don’t know where else to find it but Nordstroms). This jacket is reversible! It’s made for travel.