I’ve been going to Vail nearly every year of my life so packing for a trip out west is almost formulaic at this point. I pack pieces ready for the slope, ready for après ski and ready for days spent off the mountain. Cozy sweaters, great leggings, comfy and warm pieces — the Vail Valley […]

Vail ski trip packing list featuring cozy winter travel outfits including knit sweaters, turtlenecks, puffer jacket, scarf, beanie, gloves, leggings and winter boots curated by wit & whimsy

Vail Ski Trip Packing List

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December 15, 2025

I feel like I finally see the light at the end of the insane Q4 tunnel. My partnerships have all been posted, I hit my financial goal for the year last week and I’m winding down my content before my annual several week break that I truly always, always countdown to. I’m looking forward to […]

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December 12, 2025

Visiting Paris in the winter is often low on people’s lists as they often opt for spring, summer or fall but I love the quietness of visiting Paris December through March. As the founder of En Route to Rêverie I have helped hundreds of people plan a trip to Paris via Rêverie in Paris and I have been […]

Collage of winter outfits for Paris featuring a black wool wrap coat, navy double-breasted blazer, striped sweater, cozy knits, dark denim, wide leg trousers, black boots, sneakers, leather gloves, tote bag, beanie, scarf, and winter dress from Wit & Whimsy’s Paris in the Winter packing guide.

What to Pack for Paris in the Winter

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December 11, 2025

Holiday gift guide collage featuring the best gifts for frequent travelers, including a clear TSA-approved toiletry bag set, mini skincare kit, black travel loungewear set, portable fast charger, monogrammed luggage tag, AirPods ear hooks, National Geographic 100 Hotels of a Lifetime book, leather tech organizer, retro film camera, jet setter travel pouch, and red travel journal.

Today I’m bringing you another installment in my 2025 gift guides! The gifts for the frequent traveler guide is such a fun one to put together because who doesn’t love a bit of adventure? If you have someone in your life who is always jetting off somewhere (or if you happen to be that person) […]

Gifts for the Frequent Traveler

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December 8, 2025

I flew home from London earlier this week after such a wonderful trip and then enjoyed a cozy week at home. The leaves on the trees outside my window are now all gone and it (along with the cold snap) was a stark reminder that winter is coming. As such I am looking forward to […]

London at Christmas

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December 5, 2025

Amazon holiday gift guide collage featuring 10 curated gift ideas including a New York Times puzzle book, marble scalloped coaster, gold smart ring, 3-in-1 wireless charging station, travel-themed ornaments, embroidered cocktail napkins, The Pivot Year book, Necessaire body wash, Filthy martini kit, and white wireless headphones.

If you’re like me and you’re still working to finish your holiday shopping, Amazon is always a reliable resource for quick shipping. That’s why this season I am once again doing a dedicated Amazon Gift Picks gift guide, sharing my top gift ideas from Amazon that are sure to delight. I aimed to choose things […]

Gift Ideas from Amazon

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December 3, 2025

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