What better way to emerge from the depths of winter than with a dreamy escape? As the calendar flips over to a New Year, timetabling downtime will offer the restorative reboot you’re likely craving before tackling 2026 head-on. From the bustling souks of Morocco to Scotland’s rugged landscapes, our suitcase-ready roundup is the perfect travel companion. Expect versatile maxi dresses that promise Safari-to-pool elegance, chameleon-like co-ords that work for hikes or cocktails, and the ultimate beachside LBD (spoiler: it’s an onyx halterneck maillot that’s chic enough to double as a bodysuit). Wherever you’re headed, these vacation essentials will make light work of packing, leaving you with the headspace to focus on curating a memorable itinerary.

MOZAMBIQUE, AFRICA

A Floaty Maxi-Dress & Modern Sandals

With its breathtaking vistas and spectacular wildlife, Mozambique offers a cinematic getaway. And, with the recent launch of Safari Air’s Gorongosa–Beira–Vilanculos route, you can now enjoy both safari and beach during your visit. Roll up a sweeping maxi dress in your suitcase, and it’ll be as perfect with sandals by day as heels come dusk. Toss it, unbuttoned, over a swimsuit, and it even ticks the ultra-chic coverup box.

THE PELOPONNESE, GREECE

A Cheesecloth Co-ord

Steeped in myth and beauty, the Peloponnese peninsula is the setting for Christopher Nolan’s July movie adaptation of The Odyssey for good reason. Ahead of its anticipated release, discover its mountainous trails, epic ruins, and luxury resorts for yourself, armed with a suitcase of multitasking separates that are adept at meeting each and every moment. Our breezy cheesecloth co-ord will deliver on beach days, sightseeing excursions, and late afternoon hikes. Dress yours up with a shady bucket hat and sandals, or opt for streamlined sneakers when you plan to conquer more rugged terrain.

MOROCCO

An Elongated Dress & Structured Bag

Winter sunseekers gravitate toward Morocco’s Atlas Mountains and bustling souks. With guaranteed weather and chic outings aplenty, an easy-on, easy-off elongated t-shirt dress with a cinched waist more than earns its suitcase space. Intentional color blocking offers a retro touch befitting your surroundings. Wear it for a trip to Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech—Yves Saint Laurent’s famed botanical gardens, where he drew inspiration for his collections—or to dinner at Kasbah Tamadot (meaning 'soft breeze' in Berber), an award-winning mountainous retreat with a restaurant serving authentic, seasonal fare.

CHIRIQUÍ PROVINCE, PANAMA

A Jumpsuit & Bold Accessories

It’s no surprise Panama has emerged as a coveted style spot in recent years. Where else offers cloud forest hikes, bespoke whale watches, hot springs and chic eco resorts where both idyllic beaches and luscious forests are a given? Make our floaty jumpsuit your wardrobe mainstay, and you’ll be covered for every eventuality from marine park visits to deserted island-bound escapades (don’t miss the annual Boquete Flower and Coffee Fair, running from January 7–18, for stunning floral displays and delicious coffee tastings). The added bonus? The versatile one-piece doubles as loungewear at sundown. Slip into yours before sipping cocktails, feet up, in your beachfront bungalow.

NOSARA, COSTA RICA

A Statement Bikini & Cool Coverup

Surfers and yogis routinely head to Nosara’s powdery beaches for the ultimate reset. Counted among the world’s five Blue Zones, this stunning wellness hub draws those in the know with its watersports and relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re shopping or snorkeling, a headturning swimsuit is the single item your entire vacation wardrobe will pivot around. Our one-piece halterneck with plunging neckline will be your daily uniform—think of it as a waterproof LBD. Slip it on for a beach day or wear it, bodysuit-style, under jeans for al fresco dinners. Add a gold pendant and metal-rimmed sunglasses, and you’ll be polished from sunrise to sundown.

ROUTE 66

Retro Polo & Classic Jeans

All hail the Great American Road Trip! Connecting Chicago and Santa Monica, Route 66—America’s most iconic highway—celebrates its 100th anniversary this coming year (cue celebrations and festivals, aplenty). Snap Instagrammable pictures beside restored vintage motel and diner signs dressed in a retro wardrobe for the most memorable takeaways. We love the preppy timelessness of a striped polo and a classic pair of true blues. Sunglasses and a patterned scarf that flows in the breeze as you drive, top down, across the open road in a rented Mustang or Corvette, is a movie-lover’s non-negotiable.

THE CAIRNGORMS & HIGHLANDS, SCOTLAND

A Cozy Knit & Hiking Boots

Ensconced within the chilly charm of the Scottish Highlands—in the picturesque Cairngorms National Park, to be exact—is a 5-star former Victorian coaching inn with two Michelin stars. The Fife Arms is reason enough to visit the rugged beauty of the area, where a streamlined knit and well-structured hiking boots are the only essentials you need. Expect Picasso paintings and chandeliers made of cutlery, curated by acclaimed interior designer Russell Sage. Should you choose to venture beyond the decadently themed bedrooms—1930s fashion editor Frances Farquharson, Modernist poet Nan Shepherd or surrealist Italian fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli, among them—simply throw on a trench and printed silk scarf to shield you from the elements while offering country-style elegance.