Melony Forcier Location: New York Melony Forcier is a commerce news & deals writer at Travel + Leisure, researching and writing about travel-related products. She specializes in staying up to date on the latest must-have travel products, whether it’s the most durable travel pouches for a carry-on-only adventure or the best comfort-focused sandals that don’t sacrifice style. She utilizes her dedication to finding the best deals to uncover the best buys for readers.Highlights:She has over three years of experience in digital media, specializing in beauty, fashion, and lifestyleHer bylines can be found in publications including, InStyle, Byrdie, Brides, Marie Claire, and Who What Wear, among others.Favorite Purchase: My favorite purchase is, hands down, my Barefoot Dreams blanket. It’s a bit of a splurge for a blanket, but I’ve had mine for over five years. It washes well, and honestly, it just gets cozier and cozier. I love it so much that I also purchased a baby pink version, which I found on sale (my original is in the classic stone shade). There’s no better feeling than coming home after a long day and curling up in it. Education Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Boston University About Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is a top travel media brand with a mission to inform and inspire passionate travelers. Our expert team includes a network of hundreds of writers and photographers across the globe, all providing a local eye on the best places to stay, eat, and explore. We reach an audience that takes 76 million round trips annually, offering valuable travel tips, ideas and inspiration, and products you need to get you to your destination — whether it’s a small town or big city, beach or lake, national park or theme park, road trip, cruise, or long-haul flight, and everything in between. Learn more about us and our editorial process