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Holiday Guide 2021 - All things to bring you joy this holiday season

Holiday shopping should be considered a sport at this point. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for your friends, loved ones, or family members, it can be an overwhelming task. I’ve put together a list of my favorite things that have been my tried and true.

Enjoy this holiday season and happy shopping!

Always Pan

Photo Cred: Our Place

For those that have been following me, I became a fan of the brand during quarantine and it is not only versatile (it replaces 8 traditional pieces of cookware), it’s also gorgeous on your stovetop. They also came out with a new color Blanch, that has been sold out since it launched. My favorite is the lavender color. it brings joy to my kitchen!

Currently $99 from $145

Buy it here


Fable Home

Photo Cred: Fable Home

Minimal, elegant , sustainable and durable. Designed in Vancouver but thoughtfully made by Portuguese ceramicists in central Portugal. They use locally sourced recycled ceramics, and clay from just a few miles up the road, to create a product you can feel good about using every single day. I have the the dinnerware in the color Blush , serving plate in speckled white, and serving bowl in midnight blue. They are so elegant that you’d want these out on an open shelf in your kitchen for display.

They are currently running their BF sale. 10% off $0+ | 15% off $300+ | 20% off $600+

Buy it here


Flamingo Estate Rosé

Photo Cred: Flamingo Estate

If you are not familiar with Flamingo Estate, be ready to have this lifestyle wellness brand become your latest obsession. Meticulously curated and produced, and all products are produced using regenerative practices that nurture the ecosystem. My picks are the Rosé and their hot sauce.

20% off everything on their site for Black Friday currently

Buy it here


Laneige Gummy Bear Lip Mask

Photo Cred: Laneige

I’ve been using Laneige for over 10 years. They have the best sleeping mask on the market. The lip mask in the Gummy Bear scent is my ultimate favorite. I hope they release this in the sleeping face mask at some point as well. In the meantime, treat yourself to the lip sleeping mask and lip balm!


La Mer Crème de la Mer

Photo Cred: La Mer

This is one cream I will always have in my skincare routine. It’s either a love it or hate it product. Many people have said it’s basically Nivea Cream, but I actually tested that theory and it is definitely not the same. Find a texture that is best suited for your skin type.

You can use my code CAMERON10 to get 10% off the entire Bluemercury site

Buy it here


Amorepacific Time Response Skin Reserve Night Elixir 16-Piece Collection

Photo Cred: AMOREPACIFIC

For the ultimate skincare lovers, this is one of the most luxurious treatments for that someone special in your life or simply get this to treat yourself. This powerful night treatment is powered by AMOREPACIFIC's green tea seed oil, available once every 730 days that contains micro-sized pure gold powder for youthful-looking skin.

Buy it here


The Nue Co Skin Filter

Photo Cred: Nue Co

There are numerous skincare supplements on the market. This is one that I’ve true seen a difference in my skin. I’ve gotten many of my friends on this and everyone of them said it has made a noticeable difference in their skin. I highly recommend this!

Currently 30% off entire site with code BF2021

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SKII Treatment Essence

Photo Cred: SKII

There are many treatment essences on the market. This is one of my favorite ones alongside the Vintage Single Extract Essence from AMOREPACIFIC. This one will brighten your overall skincare and gives you almost that translucent look to your skin. It’s wildly popular amongst Asian skincare lovers before it became popular in the US.

Buy it here


Dyson Supersonic™ Limited Edition Set

Photo Cred: Dyson

This is the only hairdryer I would use now. The new color is stunning and this limited set comes with a travel case as well.

Buy it here


Anima Mundi Organic Rose Powder Heart Opener

One of my favorite herbal supplement brands on the market. I have purchased nearly everything they have. All of their products contain zero fillers, binders or flow agents. Lab tested for purity and efficiency. Packaged in recyclable glass, or biodegradable bags. I use the rose powder for my lattes and teas. It’s a beautiful addition to your pantry.

Currently 25% off entire site with code HOLIDAYSALE21

Buy it here

tags: holiday, beauty, skincare, luxury
Thursday 11.25.21
Posted by Cameron Lee
 

Why You Need to Book a Trip to Sandals South Coast

Few years ago when I did my first stay with Sandals Royal Barbados, a few people asked me “Is it really luxury?” I am here to tell you, 100% yes.

I was in Jamaica for 10 days and whenever I asked a local or a driver what is the best luxury resort on the island, everyone said “Sandals”. Sandals started in Jamaica and they have continued to reinvent what it means to be “all-inclusive” and every few years they refurbish older properties to add exciting new elements and that’s what I got to experience at Sandals South Coast.

Check-in Process

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I was at the new Swim-Up Rondovals (which they completed in 2020, such a smart move to use the down time during the pandemic to reinvent the property), the Swim-up Ronovals fall under the Love Nest Luxury Suites category, which comes with butler service, private transfer from the airport, and many other elements that are well worth the price tag. The check-in process was super easy and at this level, you’re able to do the check in process at the comfort of your suite with your butler.

The Suite

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Each suite features zero-entry swim up access, a private plunge pool, an outdoor Tranquility Soaking Tub for two. The suites are situated on the longest swim-up pool in the western hemisphere at 17,040 sq. ft. The suite comes with your dedicated butlers that caters to all your needs throughout your entire stay from setting up your dinner reservations to setting up your beach lounge chairs in the morning. If you’re booking Sandals for the first time, I highly suggest booking a suite that comes with butler service, it really makes the experience.


Dining

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Sandals is one of the few resorts I know that really cares about the quality of their food. I considered myself a foodie when I travel and I’ve never been disappointed by the food options at any Sandals Resorts. There are 9 restaurants on property. My favorite is always the sushi restaurant and I was able to try multiple restaurants at once at the comfort of my own suite with the butler service. When you have butler service, you’re not tied down to just the in-room dining menu, your butler can source food from all the restaurants on property.

Entertainment and activities

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There are multiple pools and water activities for guests. I tend to like to lay out and enjoy the beach and Sandals South Coast’s beach stretches about 2 miles long so it never feels crowded. The best part of the beach is the part past the over-the-water bungalows. The water there is super clear and it’s very private and quiet on that part of the beach. There’s an over-the-water bar with hammocks, which is a great spot to watch the sun go down.

Now, why should you book Sandals South Coast? Here are just some reasons-

  • Considered the most luxurious resort in Jamaica, even by locals

  • 2 miles of white sand beach so it’s never crowded

  • It has the world’s first swim-up Rondoval suites

  • Butler Service

  • The food is actually good

  • Seamless airport transfer for arrival and departure

  • Very Friendly staff

  • Gay-friendly

Book your reservation here- sandals.com/south-coast/

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tags: luxury travel, luxury, travel, jamaica, couples resort, romantic getaway
Thursday 09.30.21
Posted by Cameron Lee
 

W London

There are 660 glitter balls throughout the entrance and the reception area. One of my favorite things here. Definitely a photo moment 

London has a special place in my heart for many reasons. The culture, the history, the people, and even the weather are all part of what makes this city unique.

W London Hotel is situated at the geographical and cultural intersection of London’s most vibrant districts: Soho, Leicester Square and Chinatown...the epicenter of the entertainment and nightlife scene. The hotel, like the city itself, is a bold contrast of themes, colors, textures and characters. Taking inspiration from its surroundings, the duality of British culture forms the basis for W London’s design concept - Savile Row meets Soho. Within the hotel, an attitude of formal day turns quickly into informal night aided by classic design with a contemporary twist and nightlife accents.

The building is veiled in translucent glass that will change color according to the time of day, the ambience of the area or happenings within the hotel and city.

With easy access to Piccadilly Circus, Regent Street, China Town and the West End theatre district, you will have everything the city has to offer all within walking distance.  

The location

I stayed at 4 different hotels and 2 Airbnbs during this trip in London and I have to tell you, W London is by bar the most convenient location of all. Whether you’re a tourist or a frequent visitor of the city, the location of the hotel is close to everything you’ll need. I was having meetings throughout the city during the day and at night, I was able to catch up with friends at all the bars in Soho.

You have the best shopping/dining on Regent St/Oxford Circus, Carnaby St, and Piccadilly Circus all within 5-10 mins of walking. At night, you have the best nightlife in Soho right outside the hotel, not to mention the incredible lounge/bar the hotel has.

Most people in London consider Leicester Square a nightmare they never want to be near because of the overwhelming amount of tourists and tacky street performers, but during my stay at the W, I didn’t walk through Leicester Square once. I found myself walking through China Town and Soho most of the time, so I was never bothered by the crowd in Leicester Square.  

The Service

When I arrived for check in, I was greeted by W Insider, Jamie Rowsell right away. Jamie introduced himself and showed me to my suite. Upon entering the suite, Jamie had left a tray of personalized treats, a welcome gift, and a handwritten card on the bathroom counter for me. I’ve stayed at this W multiple times and every time I come back, the GM and the team had always arranged for something with a personal touch in my room. Personal touches like this are what makes a stay memorable and special.  

The Room

I stayed at the Screening Suite during my stay this time. There are three Screening Suites at the hotel and what makes this particular suite stand out is that this suite is half secret cinema and half spa. You can relax in an enormous bathroom featuring a bathtub and a private steam room and then make your way to the bedroom, which offers the ultimate movie experience with a 3-metre wide cinema screen with ambient ceiling lighting, Dolby surround sound and in-bed movement system.

The mood lighting in the room can be manually changed into different colors and you can also have the colors change according to the audio layers of the film you're watching. 

If you followed my insta story during my stay here, you would’ve seen W Insider Jamie giving the full rundown of the suite, including the Cinematic Experience. With a tab of a button, the blackout blinds come down, curtains wrap around the entire room, a 3-metre wide screen descends from the ceiling, and the ambient ceiling light transforms the entire room into a cinematic experience.

The iPad allows you to control the lighting, tv, curtains, blinds, and mood lighting in the room. 

The iPad allows you to control the lighting, tv, curtains, blinds, and mood lighting in the room. 

There is a bathrub, a standing shower, and a steam room in the "spa" section of the room. 

There is a bathrub, a standing shower, and a steam room in the "spa" section of the room. 

I took advantage of having a steam room in the suite. Everytime I fly, I tend to get so extremely puffy from retaining water. Being able to take a bath and then jump into the steam room was the perfect solution to my puffiness. There’s also a standing shower outside of the steam room to rinse off after you steam. The bathroom is adorned with Bliss products as usual.

The view of the suite is overlooking the gym, which was a bit strange at first, but it didn’t really bother me since I had the blinds down most of the time.

In-Room Dining

They have an extensive Breakfast Menu, All Day Menu, All Night Menu and Kids Menu to ensure that everything you need is available to you 24/7. One night, my friend and I ordered off of the All Night Menu: the chicken caesar salad with a side of fries and the W Club Sandwich with a side of broccoli. We thoroughly enjoyed it. I especially liked the W Club Sandwich. Everything tasted fresh and clean.

On a separate occasion, I ordered off of the Breakfast Menu: pancakes with caramelized banana, mixed berries and tonka cream (it comes with a scoop of ice cream or sorbet of your choosing). It was the perfect portion for me. I wish I had tried some of the other items on the breakfast menu, because they have a pretty extensive breakfast menu with so many choices.

Mega Bar Experience   

The Mega Bar offers a luxurious in-room bar service complete with an entertaining and knowledgeable personal mixologist, powerful sound system and fun disco ball.

Custom designed for W London, the Mega Bar’s exterior takes inspiration from a music freight case, which opens out to reveal an opulent bar, featuring luxurious design details including an onyx worktop, deluxe leather paneling and a handcrafted gold-hammered sink.

The Mega Bar experience comes with your personal mixologist. Here is Giulio making magic happen. Follow him on insta at @giuliovaldiserri

The Mega Bar experience comes with your personal mixologist. Here is Giulio making magic happen. Follow him on insta at @giuliovaldiserri

Every Cloud- Bourbon, Cointreau, orange juice and ginger beer served in a martini glass with a dash of honey, raspberries and candyfloss. 

Every Cloud- Bourbon, Cointreau, orange juice and ginger beer served in a martini glass with a dash of honey, raspberries and candyfloss. 

The disco ball spins and there's also a sound system built into the case that allows you to pick the playlist. 

The disco ball spins and there's also a sound system built into the case that allows you to pick the playlist. 

Here Comes The Sun- Ciroc Pineapple Vodka, Kings giner liqueur, topped with pineapple juice, egg white, and homemade pineapple , ginger and chili syrup. All served in a fresh pineapple cup alongside W Sunglasses.  

Here Comes The Sun- Ciroc Pineapple Vodka, Kings giner liqueur, topped with pineapple juice, egg white, and homemade pineapple , ginger and chili syrup. All served in a fresh pineapple cup alongside W Sunglasses.  

Amenities

In the state-of-the-art fitness facility outfitted with Technogym equipment, the gym is open 24/7 adjacent to the Away Spa.  There are treadmills, elliptical machines and stationary bikes mounted with LCD TVs, weight machines, free weights, yoga mats, balance balls, jump ropes and punching bags, and even personal trainers on call. 

The gym was busy in the morning, but pretty slow throughout the afternoon and empty in the evenings most of the time. If you are an early riser, you will definitely see a lot of other guests in the gym with you. 

They also have a spa, but i didn't use it, because I had a steam room in my suite. 

There is a small business center. I've used the computers here to print out my boarding passes in the past. Free for all hotel guests. Access is granted by your room keycard. 

There is a small business center. I've used the computers here to print out my boarding passes in the past. Free for all hotel guests. Access is granted by your room keycard. 

Final Thoughts

W London is by far my favorite hotel in London. I've stayed here the past few years and each time is better than the last. Jamie, the W Insider, was such an amazing source of information that I went to him everyday during my stay to get recommendations on where I should go eat, drink , and see. All his recommendations were outstanding. If you are staying here, please make it a point to connect with Jamie! 

The Mega Bar Experience was one not to forget. I still have people asking me about that whole experience. It is an exciting way to celebrate any special occasion or a fun way to kick off the night with a special someone or friends. 

Last year, I had lost my passport in Mykonos, and went through a series of unfortunate events. When I returned to London,  I was SO happy I stayed at the W London. After a stressful time in Greece, they upgraded me and made sure I had everything I needed. I always call this hotel my home away from home, because the staff here always took care of me as if I was part of the family, and that is what hospitality should be about. 

I can't wait to be back! 

book your book at - http://www.wlondon.co.uk/

Follow them on insta at : https://www.instagram.com/wlondonhotel/

 

Follow W Insider Jamie Rowsell @jamie_rowsell on insta for everything you need to know about London. https://www.instagram.com/jamie_rowsell/

Follow W Insider Jamie Rowsell @jamie_rowsell on insta for everything you need to know about London. https://www.instagram.com/jamie_rowsell/

Find out more about the hotel here - www.wlondon.co.uk/

Follow W London on Instagram here- www.instagram.com/wlondonhotel/

tags: w hotel, hotels, luxury travel, luxury, london, travel, jetset, hospitality
Friday 08.18.17
Posted by Cameron Lee
 

Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort, Thailand

There are many hotels and resorts to choose from depending on the kind of experience you’re looking for. I knew I wanted to be somewhere as remote as possible after being in Bangkok, so I chose to stay at Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort, which is located on the north side of the island.

Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort is one of the two premium luxury resorts you’ll find on the island. I picked this one over the other one, because the reviews on TripAdvisor were overall more positive than the other choice and the photos looked much better, especially the bathrooms. 

The Resort:

The Bungalows are clean and well kept. There are golf carts that will come pick you up at your bungalow to take you to wherever you want to go at the resort. The main restaurant serves an amazing buffet for both breakfast and dinner. There’s a little village right behind the hotel where you can find local restaurants, bars, and even book tours. If you are planning to stay at Phi Phi Island Village Beach  Resort, you might want to check the restaurants here first before putting down the money for the resort buffet.

There are two infinity swimming pools here. They are located on the opposite ends of the resort. The smaller one is located right on the beach, but it gets crowded very quickly. The larger pool was never crowded whenever I visited, but the downside of the larger pool is that you don’t really get to lay out on the beach. The sunbeds are on the grass area overlooking the beach.  

There is a tennis court as well for you tennis players.

The Wana Spa is a beautiful spa with various treatments and massages for both men, women, and couples. I did a Yogurt Honey Body Scrub treatment at the spa and my skin was baby soft after. It was the perfect treatment after being in the sun for a few days.

The Location:

The location of the resort was challenging at times. It is only accessible by boat and if you want to go to Tonsai Bay, which is the main town, you have to take a boat there. It is only a 15 minute ride, however, the resort only shuttles to the main town about 3 times a day and the last returning shuttle is around 3pm, so if you don’t get on the 3pm shuttle back, you have to find your own boat back to the resort. It is very easy to find a long tail boat on Tonsai Bay, but the problem I encountered was that no boats would go to the resort between 5pm-9pm because it is simply not safe due to the tides. One night I was able to find a boat back at 9pm, but I had to walk through at least half a mile in the water to get back to the resort because the boat was not able to get close enough to the resort due to low tide. I'm sure it would be different depending on the month you're going. I was there in Feb. 

The most off-putting thing that happened was the day we arrived at the resort. The tides were so low that our speedboat had to anchor so far away from land that we literally had to jump into the ocean with our bags over our heads and walk/swim to get to the resort. People tripped over rocks, luggage got drenched, our clothes got wet, and many were bleeding from cuts from walking through corals. It was so poorly handled. If you plan on staying here, please bring water shoes and wear something comfortable on the day you arrive and depart. We had to walk through water on the day we left as well, but it wasn’t as bad as the day we arrived.

Overall

I had an amazing stay despite the nightmare on the first day. I would definitely return again. I will have to say it is more suited for couples and people that want to relax. There is no nightlife around Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort, all the actions were at Tonsai Bay, which I will follow up with another post about my experience of Phi Phi Island in general.

If you have any other questions about Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort, don’t hesitate to leave a comment below.

Their website is- http://www.phiphiislandvillage.com

tags: thailand, travel, hotel, style, photography, summer, luxury, jetset
Wednesday 05.10.17
Posted by Cameron Lee
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W Bangkok

If you are looking for an exciting hotel with a lively dining and night scene in the heart of the city, W Bangkok might just be what you’re looking for. W Bangkok is composed of two buildings on North Sathorn Road – a new modern tower and a heritage building. The heritage building is the House on Sathorn, which has a fascinating history and at one point used to be a Russian Embassy. When the W Hotel took over, they went through a three-year restoration process in consultation with the Thai government’s Department of Fine Arts to ensure a faithful restoration of the building. 

The overarching narrative design of the hotel is ‘Bejeweled Mystique’. The concept was to create a contemporary, modern counterpoint or juxtaposition to the traditional, historic and ornamental heritage building… The heritage building represents the ‘bejeweled’; while the tower is the ‘mysterious’.

The location

Some reviewers on TripAdvisor complained about the location of the hotel, but I found it extremely convenient to everything I wanted to do. It is in the Business District.

 

The service

I was greeted by Alex, the Director of Rooms, upon check-in and if you ever get to meet him, do make a point to ask him about his experience working in Bangkok and other properties. He offered a lot of great insights to the neighborhood around the hotel.  Alex  also remembered my name for the duration of my stay and greeted me by my first name whenever I ran into him.

I highly suggest you using their concierge team if you are visiting the country for the first time. They are experienced and efficient at assisting all your needs, including direction for your taxi or uber. I've stayed at many W Hotels, the service here is a notch above a lot of their other propertities. 

 

The room

The room is very well designed and laid out. It feels open, clean, and updated.

My room had a free-standing bathtub with the city view behind it. The bathroom is adorned with full size Bliss products, not just the travel size you normally get at other W Hotels. Everything was extremely clean and spotless. It felt like a brand new hotel.

You can manage the room's AC, lighting, and do not disturb sign from a Lenovo mobile device by the bedside. Water bottles were left all over the room, free of charge daily. Bathroom and the lighting in the room has been specially thought out brilliantly.

Being a SPG member, the wifi was also free, and surprisingly stable. There’s a sound system where you can sync your phone to play your own music as well. All the outlets are internationally equipped, you will not need to bring converters if you plan on staying here.

My room had a great view of the city with ample lighting that floods the entire room. I loved opening the curtains all the way to see the view outside every morning.

The design

I know often times W Hotels can be a sensory overload, but it works here. Everything is meticulous designed and I fell in love with the spiral staircase in the lobby and the light installation by the lift area.  The installation contains 800 tuk-tuk lights. It is stunning in person. The carpets in the entrance and in the elevators are changed three times a day, from “good morning” to “good afternoon” to “good evening”.  

 

Amenities

The highlight is definitely the WET Pool, which is the outdoor pool surrounded by lounge chairs, couches and covered day beds. The best of all? It is open 24/7! The pool is attached to the gym, which it also open 24/7.

 

I wish I had taken some photos of the gym, because it is a fully functional gym, not your typical hotel gym where there are only 4 machines and one rack of free weights. The gym is equipped with TechnoGym® fitness equipment such as treadmills, elliptical trainer, exercise bikes with LCD displays (2 x 46" TV's), free Weights, yoga mats, medicine ball, boxing bag and speed Ball. Towels are provided along with water cooler, refreshments. It is by bar one of the best hotel gyms I’ve been to.

 

Restaurant and Bar

There are plenty of eateries at W Bangkok. The Kitchen Table brings the essence of a Modern Bistro; dishes here are inspired from all over the world. The restaurant serves a wide selection of cuisine types with strong focus on honest flavors combining the best of global cookery with Thai culinary traditions. 

The Kitchen Pantry is your casual spot. It houses a large designer vertical chiller cabinets that present an array of soft beverages, waters, fresh juices, wines and champagne pop bottles. It was my go to spot for my morning latte!

The House on Santhron is their main culinary house. Head to The Courtyard for high tea out in the beautiful outdoor space, satiate your palate with the delicacies at the luxury restaurant, The Dining Room, then start your evening at The Bar before partying the night away at The Woodbar. 

Unfortunately, I did not get to eat here because of time constraint, but I did take some photos of the amazing breakfast they were serving in the morning. It has EVERYTHING you can imagine all nicely presented.

I had drinks at Wood bar, which was packed on a Saturday night. Great signature cocktails that are Instagram worthy!

 

Final Thoughts

W Bangkok exceeded my expectation. Though i’m usually a W fan, it can be a hit and miss at times….hint hint New York Times Square. I would stay here again and would definitely recommend it to friends. The service was impeccable and the hotel feels new. There’s a lot of traffic during the day and at night, but you never feel overwhelmed by the crowd. The lobby bar is definitely a scene at night on the weekends, but if you want something quieter, you can always head next door to the House on Sathorn.

It is one of the most exciting hotels to be at. I did spend time at few other hotels in Bangkok, but W Bangkok blew them out of the water. It’s stylish, sexy, and very well rounded in all aspects. 

tags: hotel, luxury, travel, bangkok, thailand
Tuesday 03.21.17
Posted by Cameron Lee
 

My Top 10 Practical Gifts for a Traveler

1. Jord Watch

Why: When I travel, I plan my trip out on an excel spreadsheet with specific times for everything, so it’s crucial for me to have something to keep me on track for all my activities. Checking the time on your phone drains the battery, so I try to avoid that whenever I can, especially when you’re exploring in nature with no electrical outlets. Jord watches are understated and stylish. The watches are made of natural woods sourced from all over the world (which they list on their website). You don’t want to be wearing something flashy or more than a house payment when you’re traveling, so this is the perfect medium. They also offer customize engraving, which makes it a perfect gift for someone special. Hint hint: Valentine’s Day is coming up.

I like the company’s message overall. They focus on sustainability and creating timepieces that are modeled after modern lifestyle. They look and feel modern… Definitely a must for stylish travel.

I’ve partnered up with them to do a giveaway. If you’re interested in the watch, you can click on this link.  https://www.woodwatches.com/g/thecameronlee

The contest will close January 15th at 11:59pm. 

The one I’m wearing is Dove Series in Zebrawood and Dark Sandalwood- https://www.woodwatches.com/series/dover/zebrawood-and-dark-sandalwood/#thecameronlee

2. Camera

Why: Because your trip did not happen unless you have photos to show! I shoot on my Fuji X-PRO 2, which shoots clean cinematic photos that you see on my Instagram and website.  

3. Tom Ford Lip Balm

Why: Dry chapped lips are never attractive. I have dry lips to begin with and they get severely dry after a long flight that it literally take days for them to get back to looking normal. I used to love Burts Bees, but they just don’t do it for me during winter. Tom Ford’s lip balm is moisturizing and provides a hydrating layer on your lips that protects it from the cold. This saved me many times in New York during winter!

4. Anker Portable Charger

Why: It’s small, portable, and a MUST if you’re traveling. The website says it gives you 6 full charges or something like that, but realistically, it’s like 2.5 full charges.

5. Givenchy Cardholder

Why: When you’re traveling, you don’t always need to carry your entire wallet. When I go out to the bars/clubs at night, I use my card holder to bring my ID, one credit card, and some cash. It’s slim and perfect for a night out. When traveling internationally, it is very important not to have your wallet bulging on the back of your pocket so you don't get pickpocketed. The one I have is from Givenchy. This was my favorite print they've ever done. I also have the matching wallet!

6. Personalized Passport Book from Mark and Graham

 Why: For whatever reason, you will be less likely to misplace or lose your passport when it’s in a passport holder. I lost mine in Greece once, so I learned it the hard way. Mine is monogrammed with my initials from Mark and Graham. My friend got it for me for Christmas, I’m in love with it.

7. Luggage Tag from Mark and Graham

Why: To save you time to spot your luggage on the carousel. Add a personal touch with your initials.

8. Tom Ford Sunglasses

Why: You will always need a pair of sunglasses regardless where you travel to. I prefer a darker shade for the winter and fun colorful ones for tropical destinations. The one in the photo is a pair of Tom Ford aviators. I have two aviators from Tom Ford, they are timeless and classic. 

9. Amore Pacific Facial Spray

Why: Your face will thank you for having this. During the winter, the cold air dries out your skin, it is very helpful to have a facial mist handy. It is also a must when you’re going on a long flight. I usually have the La Mer facial mist, I am currently using the Amore Pacific mist, but I think I will go back to La Mer once this bottle is done. These are definitely a must when you're going to be in the sun for an extended period of time. 

10. RXBARS

Why: Because you don’t want to starve to death when you’re on the road. I like these RXBARS, because they are made of simple clean ingredients. I have a sensitive stomach, and these have never bothered my stomach. I bring a few of these whenever I’m out doing a shoot as well.

 

This post was sponsored by JORD Wood Watches

 

 

 

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Tuesday 12.27.16
Posted by Cameron Lee
 

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