Our Editors Share Their Fall Travel Plans and Packing Lists

There’s one thing in regards to the begin of fall that makes us need to draft psychological temper boards—proof, maybe, that back-to-school optimism by no means actually dies. Here at Condé Nast Traveler, we wish to chart new beginnings vis-à-vis locations, retaining in thoughts the issues we’re excited to carry together with us. This fall, a few of us are embracing shoulder season journey, squeezing out the final bits of sunshine from locations just like the Hamptons or the South of France, whereas others are chasing the altering colours of the bushes in Austin and Montreal. We’ve received a couple of weddings on the docket, too, which implies we’re fastidiously contemplating what’s going into our suitcases. Here, our editors share what they’re as much as within the autumn months forward, and what they’re including to their packing lists.

Shou Sugi Ban House

Courtesy Shou Sugi Ban House

When my son was little, I used to dwell on the East End of Long Island, and I’m lengthy overdue for a go to. Canoe Place Inn in Hampton Bays was vacant for a couple of years, however it’s been newly refurbished, so I’m curious to see what it’s like now. I’m additionally actually psyched to remain at Shou Sugi Ban House, which is one other property that didn’t exist once I lived within the space. I nonetheless dream in regards to the scrumptious brussels sprouts and skillet cornbread at Cowfish, the place you’ll be able to have brunch by the inlet and watch boats go by. I used to work down the road from Tate’s on North Sea Road in Southampton, which is nice in case you don’t thoughts gaining 50 kilos each day. Most individuals don’t understand that these delicious crispy cookies within the ubiquitous inexperienced package deal originated from an actual place! I particularly stay up for stocking up on its gingerbread cookies, that are solely bought in-store, and stashing them in my Dagne Dover backpack. I’ll be rocking this tuxedo shirt from Anthro and this denim blazer whereas hanging out, and darkish neutrals from Beyond Yoga whereas jogging alongside Dune Road. —Alexandra Sanidad, analysis director

Come October, I’ll be going to Montreal after which Quebec City to attend a journey convention. I’ve visited the previous a number of instances and adore it dearly—once I’m there, I’ll eat, eat, and eat some extra in every single place from Joe Beef and Fairmount Bagels to Vin Mon Lapin and Pichai. Between all of the consuming, I’ll do some strolling—early autumn is a stunning time to be outdoors on this a part of Canada—up Mont Royal in addition to right here, there, and in every single place in my trusty Weejuns, that are my strolling footwear of alternative. Most of my garments are hand-me-downs or purchased on eBay, however I will even doubtless be packing some broken-in Oxfords from J. Crew and my trusty pair of Achille jeans from A.P.C. (it will likely be nicely previous Labor Day, however I discover that cream-colored denim goes fairly properly with a navy sweater) in my Carl Friedrick carry-on. I even have a cable knit zip-up cardigan that belonged to my grandmother however appears one thing like this current model. The practice will carry me to Quebec City, the place I’ve not but been however will likely be staying on the historic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. Work could be such a drag. —Charlie Hobbs, affiliate editor

Hôtel Crillon le Brave

Courtesy Hôtel Crillon le Brave