# The Souvenirist by Jenn Barger

Wherever you go, there you shop. Travel, retail, hotel intel from a Nat Geo Travel contributing editor, onetime Washington Post fashion editor & lifelong wanderer.

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## [A Thai-American artist/designer reveals what to do (and buy) in Chiang Mai](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/a-thai-american-artistdesigner-reveals)

_2026-08-18 · The Souvenirist_

Painter and textile entrepreneur Emon Surakitkoson gives tips on exploring Northern Thailand—and talks about her innovative new clothing line.

## [71: The Best Vintage Decor Shops in Every U.S. State, Part 2](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/the-best-vintage-decor-shops-in-every)

_2026-08-10 · The Souvenirist_

Where to score Southwestern decor in Santa Fe, mid-century lamps in Vermont, and architectural salvage from coast to coast.

## [70. On the trail of turquoise in Santa Fe](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/on-the-trail-of-turquoise-in-santa)

_2026-07-27 · The Souvenirist_

Understanding and buying New Mexico’s trademark blue stone in the dazzling state capital.

## [69: The Best Vintage Home Stores in 50 U.S. States, Part One](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/the-best-vintage-home-stores-in-50)

_2026-07-10 · The Souvenirist_

A curated list of cool antique shops and decor dens around the country, created with help from design pros.

## [68: How to wear the wild pants (or skirt) you bought on vacation](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/how-to-wear-the-wild-pants-or-skirt)

_2026-06-17 · The Souvenirist_

Secrets to incorporating Thai elephant pants, Indonesian sarongs, or African print skirts into a modern wardrobe.

## [67. A road trip around Morocco leads to intoxicating hotels](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/a-road-trip-around-morocco-leads)

_2026-06-10 · The Souvenirist_

In her new book, photographer and writer Bibiana Cristina reveals the most soulful stays in the North African country.

## [66: Want to snap up a cowboy shirt? Visit Denver](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/want-to-snap-up-a-cowboy-shirt-visit)

_2026-06-01 · The Souvenirist_

Rockmount Ranch Wear head honco Steve Weil chats about Western style, rock star customers, and his new book.

## [65: Take a nostalgia trip with vintage luggage labels](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/take-a-nostalgia-trip-with-vintage)

_2026-05-20 · The Souvenirist_

A new book reveals why tiny stickers were a big deal in travel's golden age.

## [64: Five Things I Always Put in My Suitcase](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/5-things-i-always-put-in-my-suitcase)

_2026-05-12 · The Souvenirist_

Workhorse clothes and accessories can get you from Austin to Zimbabwae. Here are my go-tos—and those of a few well-traveled pals—plus what we never, ever pack.

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## [63: Marrakech’s chicest hotelier reveals her top shops, restaurants, and museums](https://dcjnell.substack.com/p/marrakechs-chicest-hotelier-reveals)

_2026-05-04 · The Souvenirist_

Designer, hotelier, and humanitarian Maryam Montague dishes on the delights of her Moroccan hometown.