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Beauty on the Go: Four Quick Travel-size Cosmetic Picks

April 11, 2012 at 10:55 AM | by | Comments (0)

Let's talk a bit about one of the biggest travel mysteries: how to get all your crap into a single bag. Here, makeup expert, fashion writer and frequent traveler Lilit M. shares what cosmetics have made the final edit to reach her travel makeup case:

Yesterday, I shared the product contents of the MUJI case I take with me on the road. But no two people are the same, and we can't all pull off green eyeshadow, so here are a couple of other goodies I use (and love) that you might want to get for your own toiletry bag:

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Beauty on the Go: What's Inside Our Cosmetics Case

April 10, 2012 at 3:07 PM | by | Comments (0)

Let's talk a bit about one of the biggest travel mysteries: how to get all your crap into a single bag. Here, makeup expert, fashion writer and frequent traveler Lilit M. shares what cosmetics have made the final edit to reach her travel makeup case:

I have one general rule about makeup. The answer must be "yes" to the question, "can I put it on in an airplane bathroom?" Passing that test, a product is permanently welcomed into my arsenal. Even when I'm not traveling, I appreciate beauty products that are efficient, multipurpose, and easy to use. So what's in my bag? Here's the breakdown:

· The bag. Mine's from MUJI. It's lightweight, has several compartments and a handle that makes it easy to transport. Most importantly, it's machine-washable.

· Lipstick. Even if I skip all other makeup, a little bit of lipstick makes me feel and look more awake. I carry two: a more casual lip stain from Clinique for every day, and a rich cream lipstick from Tom Ford for more formal occasions, like business meetings or dinners out.

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The Pussy Boat, and Two More Amsterdam Spots for Cat Lovers

February 17, 2012 at 2:01 PM | by | Comments (0)

All this week, traveler and writer Lilit Marcus will share her favorite unique spots in Amsterdam, a city Jaunted can never get enough of.

The Dutch have a reputation for spoiling their pets. If you’re a cat lover, or simply a pictures-of-cats-on-with-funny-messages-on-them lover, Amsterdam has some spots where you can indulge your feline appreciation. Here's three kittytastic spots not to miss:

· The Cat Boat (Poezenboot ("pussy boat"))
A cruise along Amsterdam’s canals is recommended for any visitor. However, it isn’t just people who live in the houseboats dotting the waters—there’s a special one reserved just for stray cats. The boat/animal sanctuary is located on the Singel canal. Though you can’t go on the boat, you can enjoy the view of cats playing on the roof and in the windows.

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Five Favorite Shops to Hit in 'De Negen Straatjes' of Amsterdam

February 16, 2012 at 11:11 AM | by | Comments (0)

All this week, traveler and writer Lilit Marcus will share her favorite unique spots in Amsterdam, a city Jaunted can never get enough of.

The coolest, most fashionable district in Amsterdam is known as 9 Streets (De Negen Straatjes). Made up of three blocks each of three streets in the chic Jordaan neighborhood, most of the shops are small and highly specialized—some even sell a single product. The area even has its very own blog so you can start plotting out your purchases ahead of time. Here's five hot shops we personally recommend:

· Djoeke Wessing (Art Deco)
If Art Deco is your favorite design style, then you’re in luck. You can pick up furniture and housewares here, or simply treat the store as a museum and admire everything from glass lamps to vintage doorknobs. If you don’t want to deal with the cost of shipping something home, Djoeke Wessing also sells bolts of fabric that you can use to upholster your couches and chairs.

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From a Dutch Oven: Five Meals You Absolutely Must Eat in Amsterdam

February 15, 2012 at 11:20 AM | by | Comments (0)

All this week, traveler and writer Lilit Marcus will share her favorite unique spots in Amsterdam, a city Jaunted can never get enough of.

There’s much more to Dutch food than a hunk of gouda. Thanks to quality produce from nearby farms and a growing immigrant population bringing their native foods with them, Dutch cuisine is experiencing an upswing. Don’t leave without trying these five essentials:

· Breakfast: Apple pancakes
An American flapjack will never look the same to you again once you’ve had some delicious appel pannenkoeken. These small, fluffy pancakes make you think they’re not filling, and before you know it you’ve wolfed down five in a row. Make sure you also have some coffee, or you’ll wind up in a major food coma.

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Five Jewish Historical Sites to Visit in Amsterdam

February 14, 2012 at 6:12 PM | by | Comments (0)


A display at the Verzetsmuseum

All this week, traveler and writer Lilit Marcus will share her favorite unique spots in Amsterdam, a city Jaunted can never get enough of.

As a Jewish traveler, or simply one interested in checking out the local Jewish sites, there’s more to do than simply patronize kosher restaurants. Holland lost the largest percentage of its Jewish community during the Holocaust, and since then the country has worked overtime to make sure that the community’s history didn’t disappear. These sites help give a broader picture of Jewish life in Amsterdam—past and present:

· Verzetsmuseum
The Verzetsmuseum (Resistance Museum) paints a picture of what life was like for ordinary Dutch people during the German occupation. The rooms in the center depict everyday life, complete with food rationing and forced military service, while rooms on the side share stories of Dutch citizens who worked against the Nazis and in some cases paid with their lives. The museum successfully gives a broad representation of what Holland was like during the war without resorting to victimhood.

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Three Small, Uncrowded Museums Worth Visiting in Amsterdam

February 13, 2012 at 5:15 PM | by | Comments (0)

All this week, traveler and writer Lilit Marcus will share her favorite unique spots in Amsterdam, a city Jaunted can never get enough of.

If you’re planning a short trip to Amsterdam, or you want to avoid the massive lines at the Van Gogh Museum, these smaller museums are interesting and give you more micro-level perspectives on the city:

· Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder During the Reformation, Catholics in Holland were discriminated against, forbidden to practice their religion openly. As a result, the community went underground, establishing secret churches where they could practice their faith. One of the best known is preserved as this museum, whose name means Our Lord in the Attic. The house was a typical Dutch home with the top floor used as a church, so you’ll be able to enjoy the architecture as well as the house’s contents, from a restored 17th century kitchen to a hidden altar, organ, and confessional.

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