Elite Traveler HRS 2017-2018

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FLORIDA FLAGPOLE Megan Balch and Jamie Barker’s architectural collection celebrates the American woman and her iconic beach style. Color blocking and cutouts are signature design elements, which perhaps drew one of America’s most beloved brands, Oscar de la Renta, to create a capsule collection with them. Inspiration Palm Beach “Palm Beach has been a constant source of inspiration for our collection. Being active is actually one of the ways we like to relax, so when we go to the beach we are usually swimming or practicing yoga. With the long sleeves, scoop back and boat neck, the Lela suit is an interpretation of a favorite ballet leotard, perfect for the waves and a sun salutation. Feel like a true Palm Beach local by adding your favorite jean and heel for seaside cocktails.” Lela one-piece, $400, flagpolenyc.com Favorite Hotel The Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa Must-Do Activity “Eating dinner at the pan-Asian restaurant Echo is a must. Start off with a lychee martini and a Palm Beach roll. You will not regret it.”

Megan's Travel Beauty Essential Supergoop Sunscreen SPF 40, $28, supergoop.com Jamie Always Brings… Illesteva sunglasses, $230, illesteva.com

THE BAHAMAS MARYSIA Marysia Dobrzanska Reeves’s scallop-edge swimwear is instantly recognizable and can be seen at elegant resorts around the globe. We love the rich, hand-cut Italian fabrics and unexpected colors used in the collection. Inspiration Harbour Island “The most inspiring part of Harbour Island is the crystal-blue water and contours of the beach. The pastel cottages and light-pink sand translate into a beautiful color story. The Dunmore Hotel is our Bahamian home away from home. The people are warm and welcoming and leave no detail overlooked. The interior of the hotel is filled with vintage photography and bright pops of color. It’s a place I can go to clear my head and feel inspired.” Antibes bikini, $242, marysia.com Favorite Hotel The Dunmore Must-Do Activity “Swimming and surfing with my two daughters and husband.” Travel Beauty Essential May Lindstrom The Blue Cocoon beauty balm, $180, maylindstrom.com Always Brings… Rimowa Topas cabin multiwheel suitcase, $995, nordstrom.com