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1.A pack oflaundry soap sheetsyou won’t have to slip into your toiletries bag.
They’ve become an essential I’ve packed for every trip since!
I would highly recommend these for extended travel."
I used these on an overnight cruise in Europe.
The sea was particularly choppy that night and was miserable for me even with Dramamine and ginger.
These did the trick!
3.A hands-freeportable phone chargercan fit in your pocket or bag.
And you’ve got the option to also easily use your phone while it charges!
It’s made to give your phone a full charge.
Promising review:“I used these several times for the past year, traveling for business and leisure.
Using those types can also be a security risk.
Once charged, they charge fast and hold a charge for many hours.”
J
Get it from Amazon for$14.99+(available in eight colors and in two-packs).
And in case it looks familiar, TikTokers compare it to the Lulu waist bag.
The pockets inside are so handy and I even had room to spare throughout my Iceland trip.
This was the only purse I brought for the whole trip and it performed its job flawlessly.
Oh, and it comes in so so SO many colors.
Promising review: “Bought this for a trip to Europe and it was perfect.
Wore as a crossbody.
It was comfortable and held a lot of things plus my iPhone Pro Max fit with no problem.”
Maine
Get it from Amazon for$16.98(available in 26 styles).
you might also switch between pound and kilogram measurements.
Robert
Get it from Amazon for$8.99+(available in five colors and a two-pack).
It’s super easy to install and won’t damage the door.
It’ll be a comfort for solo travelers, especially.
The lock fits and secures the lock.
It’s very easy to use.
I would just suggest you watch the video and practice at home before your holiday."
Promising review:“This is a must-buy for international travelers!
I cannot say enough amazing things about this backpack.
Because the main zipper sat against my back,I never worried about getting my items stolen.
Can we also take time to appreciate how cute this backpack is as well!
I could easily turn it from a backpack to a purse in seconds!A MUST-HAVE!”
H Bradshaw
Get it from Amazon for$26.99+(available in two sizes and eight colors).
Less money on your flight = more money for Croatian wine.
Plus, it comes with a set of earplugs to block out all the noise around you!
Promising review:“I purchased this sleep eye mask for my trip to Europe.
This mask served its purpose.
I was very pleased with it.
I was a little concerned with the fit due to my small head.
Some reviewers said it might be a problem, but thankfully it wasn’t.
It also came in handy for jet lag naps.
I’m a side sleeper, so it takes a bit of getting used to against the face.
However, judging from my deep sleep I seem to have gotten used to it quite quickly.
The softness was an added bonus.
This was a good purchase.”
Carrie Wils
Get the set from Amazon for$21.99+(available in seven colors).
(Raise your hand if you’ve stayed in a small hotel without a safe.
::raises hand::)
Like most people (I hope?)
Promising review:“Just buy it.
It’s smaller than I had originally thought it might be, but it’s perfect none the less.
Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for$16.70+(available in three colors).
It also comes with a heat-resistant pouch for easy carrying!
Promising review:“Would buy again.
Holly M
Get it from Amazon for$15.97.
11.ATSA-friendly toiletries setyou’ll easily fill, clean, and then refill with your go-to regular products.
And the bag is sturdy as HECK.
I own and love this set!
It comes with labels that stay on the containers really well despite my thoroughly washing these containers between trips.
I bought this set in spring 2019 and have, admittedly, lost a container or two.
But the ones that I’ve held on to over dozens of trips have all held up well!
Promising review:“I used this recently on a trip to Europe.
They worked great, no leaks, and got through security in my carry-on just fine.
Im glad to have these for future trips.”
Rachel
Get it from Amazon for$16.99+(available in eight variations).
So you probably won’t have to buy another one anytime soon.
But you’ll want to if the opportunity arises.
Truffle is a woman-owned small business that specializes in bags and accessories that are TSA-approved or stadium-approved.
Promising review:“So great for holding the travel pods fromCadence!
It sits flat on the bathroom counter so its easy to see whats inside.
Its so efficient to use.
Aimee M.
Get it from Truffle for$75+(available in four sizes and six colors).
Pssst, I own the mentionedCadencepods and have packed them for several trips to Europe over the years!
Or course, check up on the water quality in your locale!
Promising review:“I love this water bottle!
The water tasted great, and I couldn’t even tell it came from the tap!
When you first use the straw after a refill, it takes a moment for it to come out.
But after that, there is no delay.
I would definitely recommend it!”
14.AnApple AirTagfor each bag to give you peace of mind as you hop continents.
Storytime: I finally bought a couple of Apple AirTags during 2022 Black Friday sales.
And I am SO grateful I did.
(The screen grab is from an Amazon review, but you get the gist.)
And I’m not the only one who thinks so.
First of all, the setup is super easy.
I had zero problems, and both were done in, like, five minutes.
I put one in my purse and one in my suitcase.
On the way back home, the airline lost my luggage.
10/10 would recommend!”
Lindsay Kirby
Get it from Amazon for$28.99(also available in a four-pack for$84.99).
15.Anon-the-go Gillette razorthat’ll spare you some precious space in your bag without sacrificing quality.
It comes with one handle and one blade refill!
Great for travel.”
Angela
Get it from Amazon for$9.99.
But remember that this is not avoltage converter!
Promising review:“I just came back from a three-week trip to Europe.
The travel adapter works like a charm.
So glad I have it to use with all my travels outside North America!”
Merlina
Get it from Amazon for$19.95(available in two colors).
It survived rain, hail, and all kinds of steam rising off the water.
It also keeps out sand, dirt, and rain.
With these,I find that they’re good for about a day due to condensation.
And while I’m on the subject, check outa TikTok I made using the phone case!
On the day I went, we had to duck and run inside because of rain.
But, when in Rome!
So, I really trust these!
Promising review:“Vacation must-have.
Lisa D
Get it from Amazon for$6.31(available in 14 colors).
It’s smaller than most rollerball travel fragrances you’ve got the option to pick up.
This first one is working so well, that I just have the other three in storage.
Promising review:“These are perfect for those expensive bottles you don’t want to travel with!
Worked beautifully on my perfumes and husband’s cologne for our Europe trip.
Now I keep them in my purse for ease of use :).”
Jpot
Get a four-pack from Amazon for$8.65.
My colleagueChelsea Stuartrecentlyreviewed this wireless transmitterafter using it on a trip where she hit up several European countries.
Twelve South is a small business that has been creating innovative tech accessories since 2009.
Promising review:“Just returned from a European vacation and this little rig worked like a charm!
The sound cancellation worked really well on that horribly long 14-hour flight and I could hear the movie perfectly.
Just a Muggle Mom
Get it from Amazon for$53.58+(available in three styles).
Promising review:“Buy it now!
Loved it!!!!”
Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for$12.99+(available in 40 colors).
Which means you just buy one of those small (i.e.
inexpensive) plug adapters and just use the US cord.”
Frank Mellott
Get it from Amazon for$29.99(available in black and white).
I wore it in the front across my chest, and I never felt unsafe.
It was super convenient when I needed to grab something!
Stephanie C.
Get it from Dagne Dover for$95(available in six colors).
Read more about compression socks for travel atJohns HopkinsandThe Huffington Post.
Promising review:“Bought these to wear on a three-leg flight to Europe.
My legs are thin and the socks were tighter than I anticipated when I put them on.
LJA
Get them from Amazon for$18.57+(available in unisex sizes SXXL and in 13 colors).
And check out our fullPhysix Gear compression socks reviewhere.
I hate middle plane seats and I still somehow got stuck with a middle seat on a 9.5-hour flight.
With the Trtl I was actually able to get some sleep!
It’s neither big nor bulky and it didn’t hog valuable suitcase space.
Julie
Ciera Velarde, my former colleague, also loves this!
She says:“I’ve used this for the past few years and swear by it!
I’ve truly never slept better on a plane than with this pillow.”
Get it from Amazon for$59.99(available in five colors and also a set of two).
And check out our fullTrtl Pillow reviewhere.
25.Or aninflatable wedge pillowif you prefer to lean on something as you sleep.
This easily fits on your tray table and reviewers even say they used it upon arrival and their destination!
Promising review:“I traveled to Europe, and they had very flat pillows where I was at.
I opened this up and put my flat pillow on top, and it literally saved me.
I have to have a nice full pillow to sleep, or I don’t sleep.
I’m happy I had this to save me from no sleep for an entire month!”
Megan Widdig
Get it from Amazon for$24.99.
Plus, they’re super thin so they won’t make you overheat.
They were light, stretchy, and there was no chafing.
I even hung a pair of wet jeans (through the belt loops).
I thought the hanger would break, but it held up fine!
Hotels never supply enough hangers, so I will be bringing these along when I travel.”
debi
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for$13.99.
but it’s definitely wear-as-little-clothing-as-possible weather outside.
Promising review:“I absolutely love this wrap!!
I can’t say enough great things!
I am buying these as gifts for everyone I know who travels.”
Jenn
Get it from Amazon for$45+(available in eight colors).
Its hook on top means it’s super easy to hang on the back of the bathroom door.
Promising review:“I love how it kept all my toiletries organized and in plain sight when hanging.
This travel bag exceeded my expectations!”
Jackie Cooney
Get it from Amazon for$18.99+(available in six colors).
Promising review:“I am officially sold on packing cubes!!
These things are amazing!
I can’t believe I’ve been packing without them my whole life.
But why are you still reading??
Go buy these cubes!”
Tiffany
Get a set of four from Amazon for$21.99(available in nine colors).
31.Or apacking cubethat comes with built-in shelves (!!!!)
you’re able to take it out of your suitcase and hang it in your closet.
They were super helpful in both cases.”
Tucker Sw
Get it from Amazon for$33.85+(available in five colors and also asmaller size).
32.Or aset of space saver bagsif you’re REALLY just trying to pack carry-on only.
This highly rated set comes with a small travel hand pump!
They’re see-through, which makes identifying contents a no-brainer.
I would recommend these for traveling as well.Was able to get double into my carry-on.
(Ahem, Trastevere.)
The rohm scores extra points for volume control, and it can get quite loud.
Its also lightweight and chargers easily with a USB.”
Jessie W.
Get it from Amazon for$25.35(also available in two- and three-packs).
Even better: If your bottle breaks in this, the bag catches the spill!
JetBag is a small business specializing in creating bags to protect your wine and your stuff.
Promising review:“Bought to bring wine from France home from vacation.
We bought three bottles (one of which was champagne).
All three made it on the Eurostar and two flights in perfect condition.”
Katie
Get a set of three from Amazon for$13.99(available in four colors).
Here’s to quickly gathering all your stuff post-screen and freeing up those hands!
Promising review:“This is seriously so useful for traveling.
I even hooked my parka through it some.110% recommend.
Logan
Get it from Amazon for$8.99+(available in two colors and also packs of two).
It can hold kids who weigh up to 55 pounds and the stroller only weighs 9.5 pounds.
The wheels lock to maneuver uneven surfaces, and its super lightweight.
Buy a backpack-style bag for it.
Kesley
Get it from Amazon for$219+(available in two styles and two colors).
you’re free to inflate it to three different heights!
(I just saw someone use this on an overnight flight from New York to Lisbon.)
The footrest came with a contoured sleep mask and ear plugs.”
grace
Get it from Amazon for$18.49.
Then, all of a sudden the sky opens up and starts pouring, ruining your perfect hair day.
This definitely did the trick.
Two of the 3 days were rainy (some quite heavy), and my hair stayed totally dry.
It stows nicely, too."
Miss Information
Get it from Amazon for$34.99+(available in nine colors).
Waypoint Goodsis a small biz that specializes in travel accessories.
Promising review:“I absolutely LOVE my travel scarf.
At times I have put all of that plus a boarding pass and passport in the pocket!!”
Caroline
Get it from Amazon for$14.95+(available in 14 styles).
Check out aTikTok of the Airplane Pockets tray tablecover in action.
Airplane Pocketsis a small business that specializes in sanitary, portable travel organization products.
Promising review:“Very useful,especially when traveling with kids.
I didn’t have to access my carry-on.”
JJ
42.A quick-dryingmicrofiber beach towelbuilt to shake off sand and pack small in your suitcase.
No need to sneak out a hotel towel to the beach!
Promising review:“Love this!
It weighs nothing, beautiful, and great quality!
My new go-to gift item.”
Laurance F. Haun
Get it from Amazon for$29.99+(available in 26 patterns).
43.Aflat RFID-blocking fanny packcan work underneath your clothes or as just a regular waist bag.
Promising review: “Discreet yet spacious.
It was comfortable to wear for extended periods of time.”
KailensMom
Get it from Amazon for$12.76(available in 18 styles and two sizes).
(I needed these for that specific situation.)
Love the bright red color that goes well with my carbon fiber luggage.
Tieng Nguyen
Get an 8-pack from Amazon for$9.99(available in eight colors).
andreallyget in there to give your mouth a super-clean feeling.
Like, just-back-from-the-dentist cleaning.
Promising review:“I love that this travel toothbrush has its own self closing cover.
Yvonne
Get it from Amazon for$5.99(available in two colors).
They’ve quickly become one of my packing go-tos.
The containers are made from recycled ocean-bound plastic.
But I’m not the only fan on the BuzzFeed Shopping team.
My coworkerAbby Kasshas these and loves them!
I used them on a six-day trip recently, and they were perfect.
They do hold a surprising amount.
They were small enough to slip right into my toiletries bag and go through TSA with no problem.
These are an incredibly useful tool anyone who travels will want in their luggage.”
Promising review:“I absolutely love these!
I ended up buying more of the labels and extra containers on the website.
These are perfect for a first-time set and the perfect size for flying.
100% makes my packing lighter and more contained overall.”
Cliganicis a small biz specializing in health and wellness products.
Check out aTikTok of the mosquito-repelling braceletsin action.
Promising review:“I bought this to take on a cruise.
Never had issues with bites.
Since hes had these on outside its hardly an issue anymore.
MardiGrasGirl
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for$8.49.
48.Someanti-pickpocketing clipsthat’ll easily attach two zippers and make it extra difficult to quickly zip open.
Promising review:“Prefect for international travel!
Easy to use and protected against theft/pickpockets.
Used it on my recent trip to Europe!”
Rachel Bristol
Get a four-pack from Amazon for$12.99(available in three color combos).
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