Zoe Adams
New York, NY
Zoe is CGJ's Travel Editor. She travels at a size 24 and has logged more than 100 flights in this body, which means she does the logistics research that travel sites built for straight-size travelers skip: seatbelt extender policies by airline, Customer of Size rules, hotel bathtub dimensions, hostel bunk weight ratings, the chafe layer for long-haul flights. She has been to forty countries and counting. She is generous, experienced, and allergic to “I got mine on Amazon for $35” without context.
- Plus-size travel logistics
- Airline accessibility
- Long-haul packing
- Solo + group travel at size 18+
Recent stories by Zoe
How to Plan a Stress-Free Disneyland Paris Trip - The Curvy Traveler's Complete Guide
The first time the castle comes into view, framed by a wide cobblestone esplanade and the smell of warm sugar drifting from a churro cart, something in your shoulders drops. You came here to feel wonder, not to spend the day scanning lap bars and bench widths, doing quiet math about whether the next ride [...]
10 min read
Flying While Curvy - The Complete Guide to Comfortable, Stress-Free Air Travel for Plus-Size Women
Boarding a plane should feel like the start of something good - a beach, a reunion, a city you have been dreaming about. For a lot of curvy women, though, the airport carries a low hum of dread that has nothing to do with turbulence and everything to do with armrests, seatbelts, and the fear [...]
11 min read
The Honest Breakdown of What a Passport and Travel Documentation Actually Cost in 2026
The honest 2026 breakdown of what a passport, Global Entry, TSA PreCheck, Real ID, visas, an IDP, and travel insurance actually cost. Real fees, real timelines, real ways to claw money back through the right travel credit card.
11 min read
What I Learned Wearing Plus Clothes From 10 Different Countries
17 garments, 10 countries, 4 continents. The Lagos iro, the Marrakech kaftan, the Cape Town Maxhosa. Commissioning vs ready-to-wear.
12 min read
Plus-Size-Friendly Guide to Airport Lounge Access and Comfort as a Larger Traveler
A size 24 traveler's honest audit of six American and international airport lounges, plus how to actually get in, what to pack, and which two come closest to plus-size-friendly.
14 min read
Plus-Size-Friendly Travel Outfit Formulas for Long Flights (Anti-Chafe, Anti-Swelling)
Three plus-size long-flight outfit formulas built around the chafe layer, the swelling layer, and the temperature layer - with real brand names and compression specs.
13 min read
Plus-Size-Friendly Guide to Road Trips: Comfort, Snacks, Stretching, and Outfits
The seatbelt geometry problem, the 90-minute DVT rule, the lumbar wedge fix, and the road-trip outfit that solves chafe + bladder + back pain.
14 min read
Plus-Size-Friendly Wetsuit and Water Sports Gear for 2026
A plus-size traveler's honest 2026 audit of wetsuits, rash guards, board shorts, and water sports gear that actually fits, plus which brands are finally extending real size ranges and which rental shops to trust.
19 min read
Plus-Size Fitness: What to Wear for Outdoor Walking and Hiking
A size 22 travel correspondent's field guide to plus-size hiking gear in 2026: base layers, pants, tops, jackets, socks, shoes, the 7-piece starter kit with named brands, and the 50-mile durability check.
27 min read
Best All-Inclusive Resorts for Plus-Size Women - Caribbean and Mexico Edition
Find the best all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico for plus-size women. Tested for comfort, inclusivity, and luxury.
14 min read
Best Airlines for Plus-Size Passengers - Ranked by Seat Width and Policies
Best airlines for plus-size passengers ranked by seat width, policies, and comfort. Know your rights and fly with confidence on airlines that accommodate larger bodies.
12 min read
The Best Anti-Chafe Products Every Curvy Traveler Needs in Her Bag
Discover the best anti-chafe products for travel in 2026. Sticks, creams, shorts, and powders tested for real-world travel comfort.
12 min read
Which Amusement Park Rides Fit Plus-Size Guests - A Practical Guide
A practical guide to amusement park rides for plus-size guests. Find out which rides fit, tips for a comfortable visit, and how parks are improving accessibility.
11 min read
25 Plus-Size Travel Influencers to Follow for Real Vacation Inspiration
Discover 25 plus-size travel influencers who share real vacation inspiration, honest reviews, and body-positive travel tips for curvy women who love to explore.
10 min read
20 Most Body-Positive Travel Destinations Around the World
Discover the 20 most body-positive travel destinations around the world where curvy travelers feel welcomed, celebrated, and comfortable exploring freely.
12 min read
15 Chic Plus-Size Travel Outfits That Are Comfortable and Cute
Discover 15 chic plus-size travel outfits that are both comfortable and cute. Look stylish on planes, road trips, and at your destination without sacrificing comfort.
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