After graduating from the University of Oxford and a stint at Burberry, Chloe became an instrumental part of London Fashion Week as an events producer for big names like Vivienne Westwood. Following four years at Hong Kong Tatler, she’s now a Digital Fashion and Beauty Editor at the London Evening Standard. When at home, she’s often found zipping around the capital interviewing designers or attending the hottest LFW events. When abroad, you can expect her exploring glamorous destinations with a G&T in hand.

Follow her adventures on @streetchloe

Name three favorite hotels and why are they your favorites?

Rosewood London – I just love the interiors and the slightly feminine vibe. Plus, the heated outdoor seating area in the courtyard has to be the chicest smoking area in London.

Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong – the Captain’s Bar is the best hotel bar in the world.

Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita in Matera – staying there is like going back 100 years.  

Do you have any favorite travel hacks ?

If I’m travelling long haul I always pre-order a Hindi Vegetarian meal. I’m neither but when it comes to plane food a veggie curry and rice is so much more appealing than mystery meats or overcooked pasta, plus you get served first. 

What hotel room design element can you not live without? 

Having USB ports by the bed is singularly the most sensible recent trend in hotel design – and such a lifesaver for anyone like me who has a drawer full of adapters at home that they always forget to bring. 

What do you always bring with you in your carry-on?

An eye mask, ear plugs, and (if I’m travelling long haul) a neck pillow. On long flights I also like to do a full diva skincare routine, so I’ll carry a fair few toiletries. I’ll remove all my makeup, wash my face in the loos and apply all sorts of moisture-giving lotions and potions to stop my skin getting dehydrated. I am also (to my travelling companion’s embarrassment) quite partial to an in-flight sheet mask.

Where would you go for a digital detox or just generally to get off the grid?

I am dying to go to either the Mayr or SHA wellness clinic for a full mind and body reboot. 

Do you have any tips or tricks for beating the dreaded jet lag?

I used to live in Hong Kong and honestly I’m not sure it’s something that can be beaten. And it’s definitely always worst going East!

That said, I always change my watch to the time of my destination the moment I get on the plane – oldest trick in the book, but I swear it helps. I try to sleep and eat at times that make sense for my destination. For lethargic days, coffee is a cheap and widely available upper. For nausea, nothing beats Diet Coke. For sleep, I find Melatonin really helps. 

What’s your go-to outfit for getting through security quickly, and still looking good?

If I’m flying long haul I tend to wear leggings or cashmere sweatpants and a super comfy jumper. I’ll always take extra layers and socks for when they inexplicably crank up the air con to minus ten. I hate being on a plane with bare legs so if I’m heading somewhere hot I will wear silky pyjama style trousers. My current fave are a white silk polka dot pair from this amazing new British resortwear brand called Lelloue. 

You have an hour to spare at the airport. What would I find you doing?

I find it comforting to eat constantly when I travel, and I resent buying nasty sandwiches on cheap airlines. So you’ll probably find me in Pret, buying two or three meals. One to have then, one for on the plane and one for, well, back up. Did I mention I’m a comfort eater?

Where’s your next trip? If for a vacation, why did you choose there? 

I’m off to Marrakech for a friend’s birthday at the end of September, which I’m really looking forward to as I’ve never been. Then the following weekend I’m heading to Munich for Oktoberfest, which will be relaxing I’m sure.

Beach or City or Mountain?

Mountain

Alone or with someone else?

With someone else

In flight wifi- good idea: yes or no?

No but yes. I’m an addict

Lost luggage, or lost phone?

Lost phone

Airplane food- Y/N?

Yes

Fantasy mini bar/fridge item?

Ice for my G+T

Early check-in/ late check-out?

Late check-out – have a full day then shower and change before you fly

Favourite subscription service you’ll never delete?

Raya. Lol joking, probably Spotify

In flight cocktail?

Does G+T count as a cocktail? (Editor’s note: yes)

Favourite travel app?

I’m really into the ViaVan ridesharing app. It’s so damn cheap

Window or Aisle?

Window for uninterrupted sleep on long haul, aisle for short

Yoga or hotel gym? 

Neither. Run outside or do a local HIIT class, like a Barry’s or Soulcycle

After working with high-calibre brands such as South African Tourism and the Saatchi Gallery, marketing and events pro Katie Sharples headed to This is Beyond, where she is co-head of the company’s largest global invitation-only event – LE Miami – that brings together over a thousand of the most influential names in contemporary travel. With all this inside knowledge, it’s safe to say we trust her recommendations.

Follow her adventures on @sharples_ 

Name three favorite hotels and why are they your favorites?

Borgo Egnazia in Puglia – the architecture and interiors are divine, not to mention the surrounding villages, people and food! 

La Sultana in Marrakech – it’s in the heart of Kasbah so it’s total chaos outside, but you head down a small alleyway and it opens up into a stunning oasis of calm. The hammam there is the best I’ve ever had. 

Amangiri – it really does live up to the hype. The location is like no other; you can sleep outside under the stars and have some incredible hikes right on your doorstep. 

What is the best hotel amenity you’ve ever encountered?

When I stayed at Nobu South Beach they branded my name on a pair of chopsticks, which I thought was super cute. You also get a five o’clock visit from a cocktail trolley each evening, which was enough to win me over. 

Where would you go for a digital detox or just generally to get off the grid?

After LE Miami all you want to do is switch off from the world, so this year’s post-show trip landed me in the Utah and Arizona wilderness in an RV. It was so liberating driving your house around and being able to set up camp for the night whenever you came across a good spot. Hiking through the landscape was phenomenal with no phone signal – you have no choice but to go MIA. 

What do you always bring with you in your carry-on?

I never travel without my Uniqlo down jacket (you know, the ones that come in the pouch). If it’s Baltic on the plane it’s a great extra layer, and if not it’s the perfect travel pillow! 

What hotel room design element can you not live without? (ex: master switch by the bed)

USB’s by the bed. I always forget my adaptor… 

Who is your dream “co-pilot” (travel partner- dead or alive), and why? 

I’m definitely the ‘co-pilot’ in this relationship, but my best friend/colleague Eliza is a fountain of all knowledge when it comes to travel and always puts together a great itinerary. I trust her recommendations implicitly so I just do what I’m told, which takes the brainpower out of things. 

If you’re going to a new place, and your friends have not been there, what do you consult for advice?

Usually I’ll ask someone from the LE Miami community that’s based where I’m headed for local tips and suggestions – you can’t beat some insider knowledge! I also always consult SUITCASE Magazine – its recommendations haven’t failed me yet. 

What was your favourite room service experience ever?

At La Mamounia in Marrakech they wheel in a table and set up breakfast for you on your terrace. It’s glorious!

What do you love most about working in hospitality?

Without a doubt, the people. I’ve met some of my closest friends through the industry.

If you could quit your job and follow the “Mamma Mia” dream (ie open a small hotel in a foreign land or on a remote island), where would you do it?

Somewhere in the Portuguese countryside. The Mamma Mia dream will happen some day! 

Do you have any tips or tricks for beating the dreaded jet lag?

Exercise! If I’m travelling to the US and I’m up at the crack of dawn, I’ll always go for a run. 

What is your favorite “offices” while traveling?

Hotel lobbies or Soho House.

Beach or City or Mountain?

Mountain.

Alone or with someone else?

With someone else to share the memories.

In flight Wi-Fi- good idea: yes or no?

No! It’s the last sacred offline space! 

Yoga or hotel gym? 

Gym: I’m obsessed with Peleton bikes…