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The best shoes (for travel) to bring!

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One of my favorite things to do is travel and to find adventures around every corner. Being comfortable is key! These are my go to shoes for any travel situation. I spend most of my time city trekking. I do love exploring cafes and museums. But there...
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Sneakers

Regardless where you're traveling to, being stylish and comfortable is key! I always bring (or wear) sneakers with me. Sometime they double as a runner for my morning runs.

 
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I have owned so many pairs of All Birds sneakers in all different colors. They are like wearing slippers. So it goes without saying, they're my favorite sneakers for travel! I suggest going ½ size up if you tend to wear sport socks (and not the thin ...
Allbirds Tree Dasher 2 Running Sneaker (Women)
 
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I choose these for weekend or quick trips so that I can wear them on my flight and then they double as my running shoes for my morning runs. It allows me to be trending and the ability to pack lighter! I have these in off-white. Just make sure you bu...
Allbirds Tree Flyer 2 Sneaker (Women)
 
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These are giving retro vibes. They're perfect for city trekking. Imagine strolling along cobble paths in Paris wearing barrel jeans and a boyfriend blazer. The brown ones are giving fall vibes.
Handball Spezial Shoes
 
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In my mind, Tretorn's are the OG of sneakers. They're a Swedish brand designed for the tennis court. I always keep a pair in my closet because they're unbelievable comfortable. They're great for those walking trips where you're looking to check out a...
TRETORN Loyola Lace Up Sneakers
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Who else remembers these growing up? These canvas sneakers are iconic! Especially in their OG blue and green.
TRETORN Nylite Canvas Sneakers
 
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You cannot beat the comfort of On Cloud shoes. Seriously!!! I love these for walking around the city and indoors. They're also great in the gym for cardio. I do not recommend them for hikes our outdoor trails. They just don't give the support. But th...
On Cloud 6 Sneaker
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I own a pair of these. While I don't love them in the gym, they do have amazing treads and they're perfect for a lot of walking. They're so comfortable!
Women's Bondi SR
 
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This is a classic, lace-up tennis shoe that I love wearing with jeans. They look clean and classic. It's perfect for travel.
Veja Women Volley Sneakers White - Aqua
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Born in Japan, these sneakers were made with style and comfort in mind. I seen them everywhere during my Asia travels. They're not as popular here in North America but they are catching the eyes of influencers.
Onitsuka Tiger Womens Mexico 66

Hiking

 
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I own a pair of these. They are a must if you want to look stylish between hiking around the outdoor trails and then running into a mountain side town for a coffee. For those who live in Alberta, Canada, you can totally envision wearing these around ...
On Cloudhorizon Hiking Shoe
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These are on my list to buy. I have a pair of their running shoes and if they're anything like my runners, these are going to be amazing supportive and comfortable.
Women's Transport
 
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This mid height model has Gore Tex uppers making them water proof while being super light. I can see these on and off trails.
Women's Transport Chukka GTX
 
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This brand was launched in 2015 in Japan as a way to blend style and the love of the outdoors. Many wear them as a city shoe but with the durability of the soles, they can easily double as a hiking shoe for day treks. I have added this to my list of ...
Flower MOUNTAIN Yamano 3 Sneaker
 
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These are made for heavy duty trails with thick soles and extra padding for the insoles. I am obsessed with the color! But they do come in all white too.
Glacier Trail Sneaker

Platforms

 
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I own a pair of the Air Max's but I've added a pair of the platforms to my list of things to buy for my next city trip. Having a little bit of height is a good thing.
Nike Air Max 90 LV8 Platform Sneaker
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I have been a long time fan of Converse sneakers. I will say that they do take some to break in but once you have them broken in, they're great! I always keep a pair of white of black ones in my shoe closet as one of my favorite go to for sneakers.
Gender Inclusive Chuck Taylor All Star Lift Double Stack ...
 
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Similar to the OG Gazelle, but are chunkier giving more street vibes. I wear mine with baggy denims and t-shirts while checking out cafes in Europe over the summer. They're super comfy and don't require you to break them in.
Gazelle Bold Shoes
 
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These easy to wear, platform sneakers are priced under $100! So for those looking for a budget conscious platform sneaker, these are a solic choice.
Deevale in White Grey
 
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These Reebok's are making a comeback. It's giving retro vibes but updated with a platform. They're on my list on things to buy
Reebok Womens Club C Extra Sneaker
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These are priced under $100 and come in lots of different colors. I think with simple and clean lines, these sneakers can be paired with jeans or your Lulu's.
Roxy Womens Sheilahh Slip on Platform Sneaker
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High tops and Boots

 
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I brought these along on my winter travels across Europe. They kept my feet warm and dry while I hiked all around Austria in search of the perfect coffee and pastries.
Ossington Sneaker High
 
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These are giving more sneaker vibes than a boot but it will be perfect for those winter trips across Canada or to Europe.  Look great slope side.
Women's Glacier Trail Sneaker High
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These are on sale right now! I say stock up while you can. They never go out of style.
Chuck Taylor ® All Star ® Lift High Top Platform Sneaker ...
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Again, I'm going to add Tretorn to this list. I love this brand for the comfort. Priced around $50, this is budget and comfort friendly!
TRETORN Womens Lily Hi-top Sneaker
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This is an iconic high top that is offered in lots of fun (and OG) colors. I do find that with any Nike shoe, it does take time to break in. But once they're broken in, they're so comfortable!
Air Jordan 1 Mid Women's Shoes
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These are giving outdoor vibes but have the soft leather is giving a hint of sophistication.
Italian Leather Alpine Boot
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Flats

These are great for comfort and style. They're great with jeans, skirs or dressier shorts. I always bring a pair with me because sometimes wearing sneakers just won't do.

 
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How cute are these?! I thought I would add these for their style and versatility. They'd be easy to pack for those quick weekend or work trips
LENI Tan Suede Square-Toe Ballet Flats
 
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This is your classinc ballet flat shoes! I always bring a pair with me on my work trips. They're just so comfy to wear (especially if you're doing a trade show!).
Sam Edelman Alie Ballet Flat (Women)
 
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Bring these along for those hot spots. They'll keep your feet cool while looking stylish.
MAGS Navy Mesh Mary Jane Flats
 
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These come in so many different colors. But the cutout shape along the side adds an interesting detail to a very classic flat.
Miz Mooz Kimmy Flat
 
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I am a total sucker for Tory Burch ballet flats. I've purchased them numerous times over the decade. They are by far some of the most comfortable shoes I own.
Tory Burch Eddie 2.0 Ballet Flat
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These are on the pricier side but I couldn't help but add these to my shopping cart. In this shade of brown, they'll be my new closet staple.
Bethany Stud-Detailed Leather Ballet Flats

Mules, sandals and slip-ons

 
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I love these for road trips. They're easy to get on and off. They feel like you're wearing slippers!
Birkenstock Women's Boston Suede Clog
 
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I love these for winter travels.  I have a pair that I slip on when I'm driving up to the moutains for a weekend of skiing. I love them!
UGG Women's Goldenstar Suede Clog
 
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The leather on my Aquazurra sandals have always been one of my favorites. They're so soft and unbelievably comfortable. These would be perfect for those resort get aways.
Shop Aquazzura - Tati Leather Slide Sandals
 
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These would be perfect for those sunny destinations. And with a platform, they're give you extra height without the discomfort of heels.
UGG Women's GoldenGlow Sandal
 
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These bring back a lot of nostalgia. I loved jelly shoes as a kid. Priced at just $25 CAD, they're perfect for summer travels where you know you'll be near water.
Dwaoria Black Women's Jelly Sandals
 
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If I know I'll be by a pool or the lake, I'll always pack a pair of water proof slides. The Alo ones are sleek and extremely comfortable. I have them in black but they come in 3 colors.
Alo slides
 
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These are not your typical flip flops. They seem to have more structure to their soles. They're great pool side of for walking around the resort.
Women's Restfeel Flip-Flop
 
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I am obsessed with the fact that these are flip flops and platforms combined. They come in neutral colors so it will make it easy to pair with so many different things.
Melissa Free Platform Thong Sandals
 
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These are pool side staples. I have them in so many different colors to match all my bathers.
Havaianas Flip Flops
 
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These are super stylish while being easy to pack. They're nice and light weight. Plus they won't break the bank!
Bay Slide Sandal
 
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These are on the pricey side but I love the logo and hardware detail. I can picture these with black tights and a mini skirt, and a turtle neck while checking out art galleries in London.
Moschino mules