The Travel Seven: Suemyra Shah

As we prepare for our upcoming travel season we thought that we’d connect with some of the world’s most frequent fliers for their take on travel culture, cool tips and interesting places to visit. Seven questions, seven ways to be inspired for your next journey. Meet the newest member of the Parlour Travel Seven:Name: Suemyra ShahOccupation: AttorneyWebsite: Twitter/SuemyraPassport Stamps: Malawi, Guatemala, Turkey, Vietnam and many more1. My Best Travel Memory So Far: The first time I laid my eyes on the Himalayas of Kashmir (the motherland).  Love at first sight!2. Favorite Hotel & Why: Amansara, Siem Reap, Cambodia. A royal yet minimalist sanctuary in one of the most spiritual places that I've ever visited.3. My Must-haves On Any Flight Are: Comfy, loose-fitting clothes, Tracie Martyn Shanti Space Lift Mist, my lavender eye pillow, vegan snacks and a journal.4. When I'm On The Road, I Absolutely Hate: Ignorant Westerners.5. My Dream Destination Or Vacation: The Maldives, Mozambique, or Zanzibar.6. The Three Things I Can't Travel Without: 1) Research on the best local markets, 2) Grapefruit seed extract (to combat stomach issues from bacteria in food or bad water), and 3) My Amex (the travel benefits are incredible!).

7. Top Lesson I've Learned While Travelling: Go with the flow and don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.
Already on your second or third passport? Join the Travel Seven and submit your answers today to travel@parlourmagazine.com—if we like them we will post on here on Parlour!