Another thought. Target used to have a line of stuff very much like the Chico's Travelers' I haven't looked to see if they carry it anymore, but there are alternatives out there. I have seen the knit items at Belk and Penny's also.

About the washing and drying of jeans, Dryers in Europe aren't as efficient as American ones. Sometimes it takes 2 hours or more to get jeans dry.

Add me to the chorus advising against jeans, at any age. The weight, the heat, the laundry. If you must, try for lightweight black jeans that are more versatile.

I like Chicos but find the travelers line a bit clingy & prefer other, lightweight pieces.

I recently bought a line of travel coordinates at Stein Mart that look similar to what I've seen on the travelsmith site and they were quite affordable and have washed nicely in the washing machine--although I have hang them all to dry to minimize wear on them.

I think jeans with a darker rinse and a modern cut are great for sightseeing.

Re: Jeans. They are the garment of choice I see on the streets. They are worn with high style boots, 4 inch heels and trainers. I assume that each user has determined them to be a best choice. I also wonder why washing them is necessary. I have never seen a tourist wearing obviously dirty clothes. Real jeans (Levis) are cotton. Washed often they become lighter. Consider washing and re-washing your travel wardrobe.

The line sold on QVC is called CitiKnits. There is also a brand called Slinky that is made of the same fabric. Macys and Kohls also sell a similar line, I can't remember the Kohls brand, but the stuff at Macys is called Mirasol.

Washing jeans is necessary to SHRINK them back to thier size. Denim streches as you wear it. (I reall my Girl Scouts all being amazed they had "lost" weight... not really they had never worn thier jeans that many times in a row LOL!) I perfer not to have baggy bottoms.... not a great look IMHO!

For as much as some Europeans have to spend on their denim slacks (becuase I'm hard pressed to actually call them "jeans"), and they are living their lives, running their errands where they are living and "we" are only touristing...of course they look crisp and clean...and in some cases, the slacks are dry cleaned, pressed, etc.
Just an observation - I'm not a jeans woman.
I am a proponent of wearing whatever you feel your best in...BUT I wish men would take sport coats, at least.

I'm 31 and never travel without at least one pair of jeans! Most of my trips are less than two weeks, and truthfully, my jeans usually don't need to be washed in that time, unless I spill something on them or it's been insanely hot weather. I also bring neutral-colored cotton pants (beige, gray) and a black pair, too.

For me, the key is neutral pieces that all work together, along with some fun jewelry and scarves to liven things up. Lots of black, nothing too tight except for a few things that I can wear out at night. I've never bought any special "travel clothes."

I don't think there will every be agreement between the jeans and the no-jeans travelers! I do not have any special travel clothes, but pay attention to what packs well and make sure that most of what I bring coordinate with the other pieces. Usually base my clothing for the trip on denim, black, taupe, white and a few of brights (usually the sweaters/scarfs/pashminas.) I use a 22" suitcase for 2-3 weeks. I find rolling my clothes helps it all fit and keeps most of the wrinkles off.

I always bring at least one pair, usually two, of jeans, along with a neutral pair of slacks that can go towards a nicer outfit (I love my silk/wool blend of a dark mushroom color.) I count on wearing my jeans several times. I am a fan of all-cotton jeans, which don't stretch. I really don't like all the jeans around now with stretch, they fall off of me and bag in the rear by the end of the day!

Two or three sweaters - usually cashmere or merino cardigans, because they pack light and are warm. A few short and a few long sleeved T shirts, mostly in black and white, and a button down shirt. I try for 2 times per wear per top. I rarely do laundry. Undies are small, so I bring enough for each day.

My favorite piece for traveling is my black windblock fleece jacket. It has zip pockets, and I can stash my small digital camera and have it handy. The jacket is a bit more city-ready, being black, but still works on a hike. On my September trip to Romania, I didn't bring any other coat. I throw in one or two pashminas or similar (pack one in my carry-on) that can be used as a wrap or a scarf.

I typically have one outfit that I wear on the first and last travel days.