Baggage Claim: Carlton McCoy from CNN’s ‘Nomad’ shares his must-have travel gear

As host of CNN’s widespread journey present Nomad, it goes with out saying that Carlton McCoy is a veritable journey knowledgeable. Additionally a educated chef and grasp sommelier, McCoy has particular insights on the place to go, what to eat, what to drink, and (crucially this summer time), how and what to pack.

McCoy lately shared extra with Fortune concerning the must-have gadgets he by no means leaves dwelling with out.

Environment friendly checked baggage

“I at all times test a bag. Perceive that is perhaps difficult proper now, however I choose to not stuff all my gadgets into one small bag. July is my favourite baggage model. Beautiful design, they provide a trunk model, which is much extra environment friendly and most significantly they use a latch closure on the trunk as a substitute of a zipper. I like that further contact.”

Wine-specific baggage

“I like touring with my wine bag, particularly my Vingarde Valise. It’s sturdy and most significantly packs a whole case of wine. As a wine business skilled, I like sharing my favourite wines with individuals I like and admire. It’s no completely different than cooks who need to share their favourite dishes with family members. Sharing my favourite wines is really fulfilling for me.”

Journey-friendly clothes

“I’m not a fussy dresser. I like good, easy items. Sporting garments which might be versatile restrict the quantity that it’s essential pack. I am keen on Todd Snyder Denims. They’ve just a little stretch to them so they’re straightforward to journey in. Patrick Assaraf’s t-shirts at all times are within the bag. It’s a grownup t-shirt. It’s smooth, however the material is high-quality, and holds its form very effectively. I at all times journey with a custom-tailored blazer, virtually at all times black. It’s good for any event.  I additionally at all times pack a pleasant, white shirt. Straightforward to decorate up or down.  I additionally by no means journey with out my All Saints Mode Merino Wool hoodie. Light-weight and good for many events. If I’m not touring for Nomad, I at all times have exercise garments.”

Sturdy footwear

“I’ve have had a present habit since I used to be a child, however as a man with massive ft I can solely journey with so many pairs, so I select three pairs for every journey. Trainers (Nike ZoomX Vaporfly), an all-purpose sneaker (Air Drive 1 or Onitsuka GSM), and {custom} Ostrich boots made by David Espinoza, I can put on these with a full go well with and tie or denims and a t-shirt.”

Trusty timepiece

“I at all times journey with my 1960’s Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust and pack one thing a bit extra formal—like my Franck Mueller Casablanca—if I do know I’ve an essential occasion or a enterprise assembly. I have at all times admired the wonderful craftsmanship that goes into an ideal watch and an ideal watch will add polish to even denims and a t-shirt.”