
35 Products If You Plan To Travel More This Year
A pack of space-saving compression bags that do not require a vacuum or pump!! Just place your bulky coats and sweaters inside and roll the bag up tightly to release the air and save some major space in your carry-on.
And a Stow-N-Go travel organizer — it'll make you feel like you're taking your closet with you wherever you go. It has three spacious shelves and a bottom zippered compartment that folds down into a super compact cube. Once you arrive at your hotel — just unfold it and hang it up! It's as close as you'll get to traveling with your own personal mini closet.
A set of Tide sink packs so you can easily hand-wash your clothes, meaning you can pack less and re-wear more! Simply fill your sink with warm water, add one sink pack, agitate and soak your items in the water, then rinse, dry, and be thankful for all the extra carry-on space.
A travel-sized Bounce wrinkle release spray, because who has time to iron while traveling?! There's also no telling if that dusty hotel iron is actually going to work. All you have to do is spray, tug the fabric a few times, then smooth the wrinkles away with your hand. It's also perfect for refreshing any clothes you plan to wear a few times during your trip, thanks to the fresh scent.
A lightweight microfiber towel — it folds down into a super compact mesh carrying bag. Best of all, it dries super fast – no more hoping your wet towel doesn't mildew in your duffel!! It also holds 5x its weight in water and is great at absorbing sweat, so this is a must-have for any hiking and camping adventures. Or if you're one of those people who go to the gym on vacay. I do not relate to you, but I respect you.
A compact but jaw-droppingly spacious underseat roller bag that's small enough to count as a personal item on most airlines. It has a padded laptop compartment and helpful pockets on the outside that are perfect for everything from AirPods to portable chargers, so this is about to become your travel BFF for any work trips. No more fighting for overhead space!
Or a spacious duffel you can unfold into a full garment bag so you can easily pack long dresses and suits to avoid wrinkles. There's even an extra compartment for shoes, a separate laptop pocket, and other small pockets for various essentials. Everything will be perfectly in its place, and you'll be the sharpest dressed person on vacay!
Or!!! A travel backpack that opens like a carry-on and has enough space to fit a few days' worth of clothes in its main compartment. You'll also get special compartments for your laptop and a pair of shoes, and the front pocket is lined with waterproof material so you can keep wet items like towels or rain-soaked clothes in a separate spot.
A powdered SPF 30 sunscreen — it won't replace your liquid sunscreen, but it's amazing for touching up during a long day of galavanting in the sun (I am manifesting this for you!!!). It's small enough to easily slip into your pocket or a small bag, and the brush applicator makes it a breeze to swipe on.
A reusable gel lint roller that's a major upgrade from the traditional sticky rolls that require approximately 10 sheets just to clean one shirt. Just pop open the cover and roll it over any garments that need a good sprucing up, then give it a quick rinse, and it'll be ready to use again!
A 16-piece travel toiletries set so you can bring the perfect portions of all your creams, lotions, shampoos, and other beauty goo you can't imagine being without. You'll get everything you need to decant your faves (including spatulas and a tiny funnel!), and it all comes in a TSA-friendly travel bag.
Or a set of travel bottles with pumps that's extremely perfect for bringing your go-to shampoo and conditioner without wasting unnecessary space. They sit side by side in their own case so that a) they won't get lonely 😢 and b) you won't have to rummage around in your toiletry bag to find them.
A waterproof travel tech organizer so you can keep your charging cables detangled and easy to grab. It even has compartments large enough to store your portable charges, hard drives, AirPods, and the mouse jiggler you use to fool your boss into thinking you're actually working during that work trip.
A travel-friendly version of the iconic Tangle Teezer that'll hardly take up any room in your already-crowded personal item. Reviewers say it works the same detangling magic as the full-size version (that's thanks to the two-tiered teeth design that detangles and smooths at the same time), and it's so much better than those flimsy travel flip brushes that brush approximately two strands at a time.
A Trtl travel pillow if you need a little extra neck support. This one loops around you like a scarf and has support bands on the side to keep your head upright but still comfy. No more accidentally leaning on the person next to you!!!
Or a travel pillow you can stuff with clothes to free up space in your carry-on! It's designed to fit up to fit up to three days' worth of outfits, and reviewers say it's surprisingly comfortable. This might be the ultimate packing hack you didn't know you needed.
A 2-in-1 hair tool that curls and straightens, so no more flipping a coin to decide if your curling iron or flat iron will win the coveted space in your carry-on. It even comes with a helpful carrying case, so it's basically begging to tag along on all your upcoming wedding season travels.
A universal travel adapter you can use in over 160 countries — because nothing is more annoying than realizing you forgot to bring the right adapter. You can use it to charge up several devices at a time, so you can have your phone, power bank, laptop, and AirPods charging at once!
A jewelry organizer so you can bring your collection of rings, necklaces, and bracelets without them ending up in a tangled pile at the bottom of your bag. There's even an earring grid and small pouches for hairpins and other random accessories, and it folds up into a super compact pouch for easy portability!
A simple but oh-so-genius luggage strap — it'll help you carry extra stuff that won't fit in your carry-on. You can use it to attach your purse, backpack, neck pillow, or anything else you just don't feel like carrying around.
And a travel belt so you can easily clip your personal item to your carry-on — because nothing ruins your vacation vibe like your tote bag constantly falling off your arm. And you know the mad dash to grab your passport at the TSA line while it feels like everyone behind you is staring and waiting? This will make it SO much easier to reach in your bag and feel like an organized, A+ traveler.
Merit's The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick that'll replace both your foundation and concealer, so it's about to free up so much space from your liquid toiletry bag. You'll be so glad you have this when you oversleep while on vacay — you can swipe it directly where you need it, and the sheer coverage helps it blend super quickly.
And Subtl's Beauty Stack — a compact set of cream and powder makeup essentials that neatly stack on top of each other. Your makeup bag is about to have so much extra room for activities!!! The starter set comes with a cream concealer, cream blush (that terracotta shade looks divine 👀), bronzer, highlighter, and a shine-control powder — and reviewers say everything is super pigmented.
A pack of Neutrogena makeup remover towelettes so you can take the exact amount of makeup wipes you need instead of bringing an entire pouch or a bulky jar of cleaning balm. You can also bring one with you to refresh your skin while you're gallivanting about.
A set of packing cubes — they'll help you keep all your clothes separated and organized and save you some space in your crowded carry-on! All my fellow overpackers, this is specifically for us. Here's to bringing our entire wardrobe on a three-day trip!
An AirFly Pro wireless transmitter so you can add Bluetooth capabilities to any device with a headphone jack — even the screens on an airplane! Now, you can watch a movie on your next flight without using those awful wired earbuds that get all tangled up in your tray table.
A pack of foldable hangers, because those three the hotel provides are simply never enough. They easily fold up so you can keep them in your luggage without taking up much space, then unfold to hold everything from dresses to suit jackets.
A solid shampoo bar so you can ditch the bulky plastic bottles and go for a much more environmentally friendly and space-saving option. One bar is equivalent to three bottles of liquid shampoo, so you'll reduce clutter in your luggage and maybe even save some coin. Just rub it directly on your hair and lather away!
And a conditioner bar that lets you swipe some moisture directly on your hair without needing yet another bulky bottle. This is made with rice water protein to help add shine and moisture, so you won't even miss your old liquid conditioner.
Or!! I Dew Care's dry shampoo powder for the busy trips when you simply have no time for a full shampoo and conditioner routine. This one has a carry-on-friendly powder-puff applicator so you can apply it directly to roots (you know, the source of all your oily troubles), and it also adds some extra volume as you brush it through. It's so easy to use, you'll wonder how you ever dealt with those messy spray cans to begin with.
A sleek pill case with 10 compartments so you can ditch the bulky bottles for something that's way easier to slip in your pocket. You'll also be the hero of your travel group when anybody has a sudden headache.
A mini personal care kit so you'll be prepared for sudden annoying headaches, tomato sauce spills on your favorite white top, pesky blisters from walking so dang much, and plenty other emergencies that'll make you shout, "I'm so glad I brought this!!!" You'll feel like Mary Poppins walking around with all these essentials in your bag.
An electric travel toothbrush that takes up way less space than the one your dentist is always trying to convince you to buy. You'll still get a nice vibrating effect and a helpful 2-minute timer, but it's about the same size as a normal toothbrush!
A digital luggage scale to prevent any overweight luggage fees from appearing in your future. This clips onto your luggage handle — just attach and lift up to see how much your suitcase, backpack, or any other bag weighs. It can weigh items up to 110 pounds, but hopefully, your luggage weighs way less than that.
An adjustable mini belted pack — it's essentially the fanny pack's more chic and sophisticated cousin, and it's gone viral for rivaling a pricier alternative. It's lightweight and easy to carry, so you can finally ditch your usual tote bag that inevitably turns into a bottomless pit of hotel card keys and loose change. Those will all fit in here — but now you can actually see them!!!

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A pack of space-saving compression bags that do not require a vacuum or pump!! Just place your bulky coats and sweaters inside and roll the bag up tightly to release the air and save some major space in your carry-on. And a Stow-N-Go travel organizer — it'll make you feel like you're taking your closet with you wherever you go. It has three spacious shelves and a bottom zippered compartment that folds down into a super compact cube. Once you arrive at your hotel — just unfold it and hang it up! It's as close as you'll get to traveling with your own personal mini closet. A set of Tide sink packs so you can easily hand-wash your clothes, meaning you can pack less and re-wear more! Simply fill your sink with warm water, add one sink pack, agitate and soak your items in the water, then rinse, dry, and be thankful for all the extra carry-on space. A travel-sized Bounce wrinkle release spray, because who has time to iron while traveling?! There's also no telling if that dusty hotel iron is actually going to work. All you have to do is spray, tug the fabric a few times, then smooth the wrinkles away with your hand. It's also perfect for refreshing any clothes you plan to wear a few times during your trip, thanks to the fresh scent. A lightweight microfiber towel — it folds down into a super compact mesh carrying bag. Best of all, it dries super fast – no more hoping your wet towel doesn't mildew in your duffel!! It also holds 5x its weight in water and is great at absorbing sweat, so this is a must-have for any hiking and camping adventures. Or if you're one of those people who go to the gym on vacay. I do not relate to you, but I respect you. A compact but jaw-droppingly spacious underseat roller bag that's small enough to count as a personal item on most airlines. It has a padded laptop compartment and helpful pockets on the outside that are perfect for everything from AirPods to portable chargers, so this is about to become your travel BFF for any work trips. No more fighting for overhead space! Or a spacious duffel you can unfold into a full garment bag so you can easily pack long dresses and suits to avoid wrinkles. There's even an extra compartment for shoes, a separate laptop pocket, and other small pockets for various essentials. Everything will be perfectly in its place, and you'll be the sharpest dressed person on vacay! Or!!! A travel backpack that opens like a carry-on and has enough space to fit a few days' worth of clothes in its main compartment. You'll also get special compartments for your laptop and a pair of shoes, and the front pocket is lined with waterproof material so you can keep wet items like towels or rain-soaked clothes in a separate spot. A powdered SPF 30 sunscreen — it won't replace your liquid sunscreen, but it's amazing for touching up during a long day of galavanting in the sun (I am manifesting this for you!!!). It's small enough to easily slip into your pocket or a small bag, and the brush applicator makes it a breeze to swipe on. A reusable gel lint roller that's a major upgrade from the traditional sticky rolls that require approximately 10 sheets just to clean one shirt. Just pop open the cover and roll it over any garments that need a good sprucing up, then give it a quick rinse, and it'll be ready to use again! A 16-piece travel toiletries set so you can bring the perfect portions of all your creams, lotions, shampoos, and other beauty goo you can't imagine being without. You'll get everything you need to decant your faves (including spatulas and a tiny funnel!), and it all comes in a TSA-friendly travel bag. Or a set of travel bottles with pumps that's extremely perfect for bringing your go-to shampoo and conditioner without wasting unnecessary space. They sit side by side in their own case so that a) they won't get lonely 😢 and b) you won't have to rummage around in your toiletry bag to find them. A waterproof travel tech organizer so you can keep your charging cables detangled and easy to grab. It even has compartments large enough to store your portable charges, hard drives, AirPods, and the mouse jiggler you use to fool your boss into thinking you're actually working during that work trip. A travel-friendly version of the iconic Tangle Teezer that'll hardly take up any room in your already-crowded personal item. Reviewers say it works the same detangling magic as the full-size version (that's thanks to the two-tiered teeth design that detangles and smooths at the same time), and it's so much better than those flimsy travel flip brushes that brush approximately two strands at a time. A Trtl travel pillow if you need a little extra neck support. This one loops around you like a scarf and has support bands on the side to keep your head upright but still comfy. No more accidentally leaning on the person next to you!!! A 2-in-1 hair tool that curls and straightens, so no more flipping a coin to decide if your curling iron or flat iron will win the coveted space in your carry-on. It even comes with a helpful carrying case, so it's basically begging to tag along on all your upcoming wedding season travels. A universal travel adapter you can use in over 160 countries — because nothing is more annoying than realizing you forgot to bring the right adapter. You can use it to charge up several devices at a time, so you can have your phone, power bank, laptop, and AirPods charging at once! A jewelry organizer so you can bring your collection of rings, necklaces, and bracelets without them ending up in a tangled pile at the bottom of your bag. There's even an earring grid and small pouches for hairpins and other random accessories, and it folds up into a super compact pouch for easy portability! A simple but oh-so-genius luggage strap — it'll help you carry extra stuff that won't fit in your carry-on. You can use it to attach your purse, backpack, neck pillow, or anything else you just don't feel like carrying around. And a travel belt so you can easily clip your personal item to your carry-on — because nothing ruins your vacation vibe like your tote bag constantly falling off your arm. And you know the mad dash to grab your passport at the TSA line while it feels like everyone behind you is staring and waiting? This will make it SO much easier to reach in your bag and feel like an organized, A+ traveler. Merit's The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick that'll replace both your foundation and concealer, so it's about to free up so much space from your liquid toiletry bag. You'll be so glad you have this when you oversleep while on vacay — you can swipe it directly where you need it, and the sheer coverage helps it blend super quickly. And Subtl's Beauty Stack — a compact set of cream and powder makeup essentials that neatly stack on top of each other. Your makeup bag is about to have so much extra room for activities!!! The starter set comes with a cream concealer, cream blush (that terracotta shade looks divine 👀), bronzer, highlighter, and a shine-control powder — and reviewers say everything is super pigmented. A pack of Neutrogena makeup remover towelettes so you can take the exact amount of makeup wipes you need instead of bringing an entire pouch or a bulky jar of cleaning balm. You can also bring one with you to refresh your skin while you're gallivanting about. A set of packing cubes — they'll help you keep all your clothes separated and organized and save you some space in your crowded carry-on! All my fellow overpackers, this is specifically for us. Here's to bringing our entire wardrobe on a three-day trip! An AirFly Pro wireless transmitter so you can add Bluetooth capabilities to any device with a headphone jack — even the screens on an airplane! Now, you can watch a movie on your next flight without using those awful wired earbuds that get all tangled up in your tray table. A pack of foldable hangers, because those three the hotel provides are simply never enough. They easily fold up so you can keep them in your luggage without taking up much space, then unfold to hold everything from dresses to suit jackets. A solid shampoo bar so you can ditch the bulky plastic bottles and go for a much more environmentally friendly and space-saving option. One bar is equivalent to three bottles of liquid shampoo, so you'll reduce clutter in your luggage and maybe even save some coin. Just rub it directly on your hair and lather away! And a conditioner bar that lets you swipe some moisture directly on your hair without needing yet another bulky bottle. This is made with rice water protein to help add shine and moisture, so you won't even miss your old liquid conditioner. Or!! I Dew Care's dry shampoo powder for the busy trips when you simply have no time for a full shampoo and conditioner routine. This one has a carry-on-friendly powder-puff applicator so you can apply it directly to roots (you know, the source of all your oily troubles), and it also adds some extra volume as you brush it through. It's so easy to use, you'll wonder how you ever dealt with those messy spray cans to begin with. A sleek pill case with 10 compartments so you can ditch the bulky bottles for something that's way easier to slip in your pocket. You'll also be the hero of your travel group when anybody has a sudden headache. A mini personal care kit so you'll be prepared for sudden annoying headaches, tomato sauce spills on your favorite white top, pesky blisters from walking so dang much, and plenty other emergencies that'll make you shout, "I'm so glad I brought this!!!" You'll feel like Mary Poppins walking around with all these essentials in your bag. An electric travel toothbrush that takes up way less space than the one your dentist is always trying to convince you to buy. You'll still get a nice vibrating effect and a helpful 2-minute timer, but it's about the same size as a normal toothbrush! A digital luggage scale to prevent any overweight luggage fees from appearing in your future. This clips onto your luggage handle — just attach and lift up to see how much your suitcase, backpack, or any other bag weighs. It can weigh items up to 110 pounds, but hopefully, your luggage weighs way less than that. An adjustable mini belted pack — it's essentially the fanny pack's more chic and sophisticated cousin, and it's gone viral for rivaling a pricier alternative. It's lightweight and easy to carry, so you can finally ditch your usual tote bag that inevitably turns into a bottomless pit of hotel card keys and loose change. Those will all fit in here — but now you can actually see them!!!


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A pack of space-saving compression bags that do not require a vacuum or pump!! Just place your bulky coats and sweaters inside and roll the bag up tightly to release the air and save some major space in your carry-on. And a Stow-N-Go travel organizer — it'll make you feel like you're taking your closet with you wherever you go. It has three spacious shelves and a bottom zippered compartment that folds down into a super compact cube. Once you arrive at your hotel — just unfold it and hang it up! It's as close as you'll get to traveling with your own personal mini closet. A set of Tide sink packs so you can easily hand-wash your clothes, meaning you can pack less and re-wear more! Simply fill your sink with warm water, add one sink pack, agitate and soak your items in the water, then rinse, dry, and be thankful for all the extra carry-on space. A travel-sized Bounce wrinkle release spray, because who has time to iron while traveling?! There's also no telling if that dusty hotel iron is actually going to work. All you have to do is spray, tug the fabric a few times, then smooth the wrinkles away with your hand. It's also perfect for refreshing any clothes you plan to wear a few times during your trip, thanks to the fresh scent. A lightweight microfiber towel — it folds down into a super compact mesh carrying bag. Best of all, it dries super fast – no more hoping your wet towel doesn't mildew in your duffel!! It also holds 5x its weight in water and is great at absorbing sweat, so this is a must-have for any hiking and camping adventures. Or if you're one of those people who go to the gym on vacay. I do not relate to you, but I respect you. A compact but jaw-droppingly spacious underseat roller bag that's small enough to count as a personal item on most airlines. It has a padded laptop compartment and helpful pockets on the outside that are perfect for everything from AirPods to portable chargers, so this is about to become your travel BFF for any work trips. No more fighting for overhead space! Or a spacious duffel you can unfold into a full garment bag so you can easily pack long dresses and suits to avoid wrinkles. There's even an extra compartment for shoes, a separate laptop pocket, and other small pockets for various essentials. Everything will be perfectly in its place, and you'll be the sharpest dressed person on vacay! Or!!! A travel backpack that opens like a carry-on and has enough space to fit a few days' worth of clothes in its main compartment. You'll also get special compartments for your laptop and a pair of shoes, and the front pocket is lined with waterproof material so you can keep wet items like towels or rain-soaked clothes in a separate spot. A powdered SPF 30 sunscreen — it won't replace your liquid sunscreen, but it's amazing for touching up during a long day of galavanting in the sun (I am manifesting this for you!!!). It's small enough to easily slip into your pocket or a small bag, and the brush applicator makes it a breeze to swipe on. A reusable gel lint roller that's a major upgrade from the traditional sticky rolls that require approximately 10 sheets just to clean one shirt. Just pop open the cover and roll it over any garments that need a good sprucing up, then give it a quick rinse, and it'll be ready to use again! A 16-piece travel toiletries set so you can bring the perfect portions of all your creams, lotions, shampoos, and other beauty goo you can't imagine being without. You'll get everything you need to decant your faves (including spatulas and a tiny funnel!), and it all comes in a TSA-friendly travel bag. Or a set of travel bottles with pumps that's extremely perfect for bringing your go-to shampoo and conditioner without wasting unnecessary space. They sit side by side in their own case so that a) they won't get lonely 😢 and b) you won't have to rummage around in your toiletry bag to find them. A waterproof travel tech organizer so you can keep your charging cables detangled and easy to grab. It even has compartments large enough to store your portable charges, hard drives, AirPods, and the mouse jiggler you use to fool your boss into thinking you're actually working during that work trip. A travel-friendly version of the iconic Tangle Teezer that'll hardly take up any room in your already-crowded personal item. Reviewers say it works the same detangling magic as the full-size version (that's thanks to the two-tiered teeth design that detangles and smooths at the same time), and it's so much better than those flimsy travel flip brushes that brush approximately two strands at a time. A Trtl travel pillow if you need a little extra neck support. This one loops around you like a scarf and has support bands on the side to keep your head upright but still comfy. No more accidentally leaning on the person next to you!!! Or a travel pillow you can stuff with clothes to free up space in your carry-on! It's designed to fit up to fit up to three days' worth of outfits, and reviewers say it's surprisingly comfortable. This might be the ultimate packing hack you didn't know you needed. A 2-in-1 hair tool that curls and straightens, so no more flipping a coin to decide if your curling iron or flat iron will win the coveted space in your carry-on. It even comes with a helpful carrying case, so it's basically begging to tag along on all your upcoming wedding season travels. A universal travel adapter you can use in over 160 countries — because nothing is more annoying than realizing you forgot to bring the right adapter. You can use it to charge up several devices at a time, so you can have your phone, power bank, laptop, and AirPods charging at once! A jewelry organizer so you can bring your collection of rings, necklaces, and bracelets without them ending up in a tangled pile at the bottom of your bag. There's even an earring grid and small pouches for hairpins and other random accessories, and it folds up into a super compact pouch for easy portability! A simple but oh-so-genius luggage strap — it'll help you carry extra stuff that won't fit in your carry-on. You can use it to attach your purse, backpack, neck pillow, or anything else you just don't feel like carrying around. And a travel belt so you can easily clip your personal item to your carry-on — because nothing ruins your vacation vibe like your tote bag constantly falling off your arm. And you know the mad dash to grab your passport at the TSA line while it feels like everyone behind you is staring and waiting? This will make it SO much easier to reach in your bag and feel like an organized, A+ traveler. Merit's The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick that'll replace both your foundation and concealer, so it's about to free up so much space from your liquid toiletry bag. You'll be so glad you have this when you oversleep while on vacay — you can swipe it directly where you need it, and the sheer coverage helps it blend super quickly. And Subtl's Beauty Stack — a compact set of cream and powder makeup essentials that neatly stack on top of each other. Your makeup bag is about to have so much extra room for activities!!! The starter set comes with a cream concealer, cream blush (that terracotta shade looks divine 👀), bronzer, highlighter, and a shine-control powder — and reviewers say everything is super pigmented. A pack of Neutrogena makeup remover towelettes so you can take the exact amount of makeup wipes you need instead of bringing an entire pouch or a bulky jar of cleaning balm. You can also bring one with you to refresh your skin while you're gallivanting about. A set of packing cubes — they'll help you keep all your clothes separated and organized and save you some space in your crowded carry-on! All my fellow overpackers, this is specifically for us. Here's to bringing our entire wardrobe on a three-day trip! An AirFly Pro wireless transmitter so you can add Bluetooth capabilities to any device with a headphone jack — even the screens on an airplane! Now, you can watch a movie on your next flight without using those awful wired earbuds that get all tangled up in your tray table. A pack of foldable hangers, because those three the hotel provides are simply never enough. They easily fold up so you can keep them in your luggage without taking up much space, then unfold to hold everything from dresses to suit jackets. A solid shampoo bar so you can ditch the bulky plastic bottles and go for a much more environmentally friendly and space-saving option. One bar is equivalent to three bottles of liquid shampoo, so you'll reduce clutter in your luggage and maybe even save some coin. Just rub it directly on your hair and lather away! And a conditioner bar that lets you swipe some moisture directly on your hair without needing yet another bulky bottle. This is made with rice water protein to help add shine and moisture, so you won't even miss your old liquid conditioner. Or!! I Dew Care's dry shampoo powder for the busy trips when you simply have no time for a full shampoo and conditioner routine. This one has a carry-on-friendly powder-puff applicator so you can apply it directly to roots (you know, the source of all your oily troubles), and it also adds some extra volume as you brush it through. It's so easy to use, you'll wonder how you ever dealt with those messy spray cans to begin with. A sleek pill case with 10 compartments so you can ditch the bulky bottles for something that's way easier to slip in your pocket. You'll also be the hero of your travel group when anybody has a sudden headache. A mini personal care kit so you'll be prepared for sudden annoying headaches, tomato sauce spills on your favorite white top, pesky blisters from walking so dang much, and plenty other emergencies that'll make you shout, "I'm so glad I brought this!!!" You'll feel like Mary Poppins walking around with all these essentials in your bag. An electric travel toothbrush that takes up way less space than the one your dentist is always trying to convince you to buy. You'll still get a nice vibrating effect and a helpful 2-minute timer, but it's about the same size as a normal toothbrush! A digital luggage scale to prevent any overweight luggage fees from appearing in your future. This clips onto your luggage handle — just attach and lift up to see how much your suitcase, backpack, or any other bag weighs. It can weigh items up to 110 pounds, but hopefully, your luggage weighs way less than that. An adjustable mini belted pack — it's essentially the fanny pack's more chic and sophisticated cousin, and it's gone viral for rivaling a pricier alternative. It's lightweight and easy to carry, so you can finally ditch your usual tote bag that inevitably turns into a bottomless pit of hotel card keys and loose change. Those will all fit in here — but now you can actually see them!!!


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Figure out what carry-on suitcase size works for the airline you're going on, because of COURSE there's no standard measurement across them all. Luckily for us, Amazon has an easy guide to make shopping for your suitcase a lot easier — just select by airline! Navigate by the airline(s) you regularly fly, and Amazon will weed out the options that won't fit into the overhead bins. Now you can really *maximize* your size based on the airlines you fly most often. And pack your purse, and choose your "personal item" carefully — aka the biggest one possible, like a spacious travel-friendly backpack that'll fit under the seat in front of you. This one checks all the boxes: super roomy, zips completely open (like a suitcase — so it's easy to find what you need), has plenty of pockets (including one for shoes and a separate wet bag!), and a strap that slides down over your luggage handle for easy transport. And reviewers say it meets even Spirit and JetBlue's personal item rules and fits under airplane seats!Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in three sizes and 22 colors).Promising review: "I bought this backpack for work. It's the BEST backpack I've ever used. I needed one with several pockets and not too big or heavy. I found that with this backpack, I can fill it and still have room! There's even a shoe and clothing compartment for traveling! The straps are just wide enough to stay on your shoulders, especially with the snap straps in front. I also love the color, and it's true to the picture color. If you're looking for lightweight with tons of pockets, this is what you need!" —Kelly MillerPromising review: "This is a perfect size backpack for traveling on a plane as your personal item, especially to international destinations. You could fit rolled-up clothes in here for another week, and it has a very handy shoe bag and tons of places for your electronics. This will be an excellent addition to my carry-on suitcase. Best purchase all year. I consider myself an expert on travel bags. I have way too many. It's smaller than it looks but so roomy." —AP Psst: keep your in-flight essentials separately in a compact but surprisingly spacious belt bag for a bit of extra convenience and space-saving in your carry-on and personal item — and so you don't have to dig through your backpack for your AirPods halfway through the flight. The strap is adjustable, so you can wear it crossbody *or* around your waist, and you'll be surprised how much it holds, too! quite similar to Lululemon's belt bag and less than half the price! Create a packing list even before you take a single item out. Whether it's on a handy prefilled notepad or just on the Notes app of your phone, spend some time really thinking about everything you need so you don't panic and try to shove in 25 pairs of extra undies and three sweatshirts at the last minute. The amount of extra undies I bring on this handy notepad from Amazon for $7 (available in two colors, plus a road trip–specific list).Promising review: "I just used this for a recent trip to Florida from California. It made it easier to remember things. I used to have a list, that I made, on my computer to remind me, my husband, and child what to pack. My daughter is out on her own now and my husband passed away recently. So, I just need a list for me. This helped me think of things I NEVER thought to put on my list. It has extra lines for you to add anything extra like crochet project, handicapped parking plaque, etc. It's not too big, but can easily be read. There are boxes to check off as you go and room to add quantity to clothing items. I hope these are ALWAYS available!" —Connie Woods Check average weather in the area you're traveling to ahead of time, so you can decide what to pack. Will you need a light jacket? Just a heavy sweater? Is it usually rainy this time of year? Now you'll be in the know. Many sites will give you the seasonal average weather for that date and location so you can plan your outfits (or what you might need to buy) before the actual forecast is available closer to your trip. You can also look at *past* years for the same info! I always use this to plan the kind of things I need to bring when I in advance! If rain is on the meteorological menu, squeeze in a packable raincoat so you can stay securely dry without having to leave your favorite, more fashionable pieces at home. This packs down into a teensy drawstring bag. You can even keep it in your purse while actually on the trip if it might stay dry. Get this one from Amazon for $23.99 (available in women's sizes S–3XL and 25 colors).Promising review: "Lightweight, water resistant, perfect for traveling! I bought this to wear in Iceland. It rolls up and goes into a little pouch, which makes it easier to carry. It kept me nice and dry when I was walking the rainy, misty streets of Iceland as well as the many waterfalls I visited. I highly recommend." —Karin M. Dixey Or stash a mini travel umbrella that not only is perfectly compact for the minimal space in your carry-on but also comes with a handy carrying case, so you can pop it right in your purse when the showers are (finally!) over without getting the rest of your stuff wet. Listen to your parents and roll your clothes to save space. It's a tried-and-true method that actually works AND also makes it easier to find individual items — without messing up the whole rest of the suitcase. Or try one of these techniques — depending on what you're packing, you might want to switch it up. The "clown car" style helps with reducing wrinkles! The military-style roll is basically like the regular roll, but taken to ~the next level~. "Clown car" is all about ~stacking~ before folding and if you like a classic fold but have a hard time seeing everything in your suitcase, the front-to-back style is a good option. It's also *great* for storing tees in your drawers at home so you can see what's what. Maximize your vacation hours (and suitcase space) by packing your outfits PER DAY! No more rummaging around your suitcase, messing everything up. And if you want to wear something more than once, just keep it separate for now. You can use zip-top bags, as pictured above, packing cubes, or whatever else you have around the house. Make your clothes more *compact* bit by bit in a set of packing cubes — organize them by day (like pictured above), clothing type, ~segment of your trip~ (like city/beach/weather), etc.! Harness your inner Virgo and get packing. It comes with a laundry bag to separate your dirty clothes on your way back, and the cubes have mesh tops so you can see what's inside!Get the set of six pictured above from Amazon for $22.79+ (available in 31 colors and patterns).Promising review: "These packing cubes exceeded my expectations!!!! I was able to pack for a seven-day cruise: seven day outfits, seven evening dresses, six swimsuits and six swim cover-ups. Along with 10 pairs of undergarments, four PJ sets, and three bras. It was wild. I highly recommend! I used a Vera Bradley weekend tote to fit my packing cubes and then a separate bag for shoes, toiletries, etc. worked perfectly! Very happy with my purchase." —Elias Zuloaga Or if you're less worried about organization and more worried about having enough space, compress everything into a set of space-saver bags specifically designed for travel. Over-packers? These are for you. No vacuum required; just pop in your stuff and roll to release the pesky extra air through the valves. ::Cough, me studying abroad, cough::Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $ review: "My husband wanted me to take just a carry-on when we went to Paris and Switzerland last year. We were gone for 10 days and I had to pack dressy clothes, hiking clothes, clothes for the cold snowy mountains, and clothes for the warm May spring days touring Paris. I could NEVER have done it without these compression bags. I will always use these when I travel now. ALWAYS!!" —rmac Make the most out of lightweight, compact clothes that are ideal for layering. This slip dress, for example, is a reviewer fave and can be dressed up for your Fanciest Dinner, but also can be layered under a sweater, button-down, or tee and look like a whole new outfit! Promising review: "Great for a capsule wardrobe. I bought this for a summer trip to Italy. It paired beautifully with a cotton blouse. It's especially good for evening." —theofGet it from Amazon for $44.24 (available in women's sizes XXS–5XL and in 26 colors). Fill otherwise hard-to-utilize space (looking at you, space between the metal bars!) with rolled up undies, bathing suits, or other small pieces of clothing to maximize capacity. Check out more carry-on tips at One Good Thing By Jillee. Things can get a a small carry-on easily, so maintain the collar shape of dress shirts by looping your belt just inside. Your next work trip is officially saved from creased collars. Stuff small, foldable items inside your hat, then place items carefully around the brim inside your suitcase to keep it from getting crushed or bent. Because carrying a sun hat on the plane is just annoying. I did this on a trip to Greece, and my wide-brim sun hat got there and back without a single crease! Or try a *genius* magnetic hat clip that hooks right around your bag strap, luggage tag, zipper loop, or wherever to easily let your sun hat dangle from the side of your bag as you stroll your way through the airport. Way better than taking up space in your bag — or carrying it because your hands are full ENOUGH, thankyouverymuch. The magnetic clip securely attaches to your hat brim (damage-free) — just attach around the strap/handle of your choosing!Promising review: "Not sure why I hesitated to buy this for so long but I'm glad I finally did! The magnet has a very strong grip and perfect for straw hats and caps. It even grips my wool flatcaps as well. I can't speak for thicker hats, but this fits my needs perfectly. Bring on the sunny days! Update: my hat survived its first Europe summer thanks to this hat clip. Through airports and heavy crowds and even at the Olympics, it never fell off. I got a lot of compliments and was asked where I bought the clip. Don't hesitate! It's worth the cost." –VFGet it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in three colors). Stop wasting a single inch of space — fill your shoes with teensy packables like socks and undies. Off to somewhere chilly? Pack leggings or even your straightener/curling iron in boots to save space and help maintain your boots' shape. Then you can pack your shoes inside shoe bags (like I do) to keep the dirty soles away from your clothes, or just pop on a shower cap ($4.99 for a set of three), like pictured here!Get a pack of four drawstring shoe bags (they're clear tops so you can see which pair is which) for $15.99 at Amazon. Fold one bra cup inside out into the other, then stuff the straps and band inside *that* cup for a compact packing method that won't ruin your favorite bras. Create a mini capsule wardrobe when packing; stick to just one palette, plus a few accent colors, so you can make the most from mixing and matching juuuust a few key pieces. Get more inspiration at Extra tip? Pull out all the clothes you want to bring, then put one third of them away — you probably won't need 'em! If you're traveling for a while, bring along a handy set of compact laundry detergent packets so you can easily wash clothes you're going to repeat wear right in the hotel bathroom (or a cruise's washing machine, of course). Get a pack of eight packets from Amazon for $ review: "I bought a pack to take along on our UK and Ireland Christmas vacation. We were going to be gone for two weeks and I knew that there would be times where we needed to hand wash items and have them ready the next day. We were able to, throw some essential items into the hotel room sink and hand wash them and hang them to dry. It did pull out dirt and grime and left our clothes with a fresh scent. It's a smart purchase and I will be sending a pack along with my daughter for her study abroad trip to Peru next month." —Jill Foster Remember all the dirty laundry you're going to accumulate *in advance* so all of your careful rolling isn't for nought. Separate your stinky socks into a space-saving laundry bag designed to help you *compress* those dirty clothes into a compact bag so they're out of sight, out of mind until you're fiiiiiinally unpack. Just stuff them in and squeeze to release the extra air!Get this cute map-print one from Amazon for $13.86 (also available in an airplane print).Promising review: "As a frequent traveler, this bag has been great for packing dirty laundry on the return trip home. It will hold much more than I usually put in it and compresses nicely in the suitcase. I toss it in the washer along with the clothes and it has held up for well over a year now." —CC Roll up a compact and collapsible water bottle, because it's incredibly easy to get dehydrated on a long-haul flight, and airport water is expensive! You can keep it handy in an outer pocket of your carry-on bag or backpack so you can fill it with ease, without losing on precious space. Reviewers love the one pictured above: it folds up truly tiny, has no weird plastic taste, and has an easy-to-clean wide mouth. Get it from Amazon for $14.79 (available in 10 colors).Promising review: "I took this water bottle on a recent trip to Iceland. In Iceland, water from any tap is glacier water and is absolutely delicious. This bottle made it easy to fill up whenever I wanted, even in I stream near a waterfall! It rolls up so it takes up little space. I never dribbled any while drinking, so I would say it's easy to drink from. It has a clip that would fit on a belt or belt loop, but I wear neither so I carried it easily with one finger in the clip. I found it easy to rinse. I'm 100% happy with the quality of this bottle." —nanykin Decant your daily meds and vitamins, plus your just-in-case Advil and Tums, into compact travel pill organizers, each with eight compartments (six small, two large) so you can bring all of your pills with you — without wasting space on a bunch of bulky bottles. Select your most key pieces of jewelry and keep them safely stored in a truly mini (and gorge) jewelry case like this pretty velvet one. You'll feel fully accessorized without wasting space or weighing your bag down with heavy pieces. Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in eight colors).Promising review: "Really amazing value – it looks pretty luxe but I can't believe the price I bought it for — especially considering how expensive jewelry boxes can be. I use this one for travel and it's perfect (I have a larger one for all my jewelry as well. I really like that you can move the little dividers in the bottom compartment around too that's been very helpful" —Dee Every ounce of space is precious, which means you don't have room for a bulky neck pillow. But don't worry, that's what the Trtl pillow is for. It folds up thin and compact, and when you're ready to use, just wrap it around your neck — underneath the soft fleece is an internal support structure designed to keep your head in a comfy position for sleeping upright. Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in four colors).Promising review: "The trtl pillow is much better than a standard travel pillow due to the neck support it offers. It is difficult for me to sleep on planes but with the trtl I can sleep even in tiny cramped budget airline seats. It also folds pretty flat which makes it easy to pack in a carry on item. Most comfortable travel pillow." —Sofia Allison Traveling with a carry-on and a (cough cough giant backpack) personal item (and a jacket) can get unwieldy, especially at security. Store your cash, boarding pass, passport, credit cards, etc. in a travel wallet that makes it super easy to see everything at a glance. And then just toss it in your carry-on when you're through security! No more holding up the security line triple-checking to see if you still have your passport. Just a touch of first-class style, at an economy price. It's made of RFID-blocking material, the one pictured above from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 30 colors).Promising review: "I absolutely love this wallet. I needed a new travel wallet, and this holds everything I need all in one place, and it still closes nicely and stays flat! Boarding pass, passport, ID and credit cards, money, checked baggage tickets, receipts, etc.! Yet it doesn't bulk up or look like an overstuffed mess. Just amazing. The description says it only holds US money, but I just used the boarding pass flap to hold all my Japanese yen (¥), which are larger. I didn't use the zippered pocket for coins as I much prefer a separate coin purse for that sort of thing. I definitely recommend to anyone who travels a lot!" —Anthony Luu Opt for a perfectly sized set of TSA-friendly travel bottles you can fill (and refill) with your favorite products when they don't make travel size — without taking up tons of room. Can't skip your fave skin and hair products when you're away, even when packing light! Get the set of four containers, plus the clear case pictured above from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 16 color sets).Promising review: "I love these bottles. The suction in the cap is one way, so air does not filter back into the container. This means it will be so much easier to get the product out — you won't have to squeeze the air out first and then the product. They are such high quality and feel amazing. I love that they come with a carrying case to keep them all together!" —Katherine MilesusnichPromising review: "I bought these for a ten day trip. No leaks!! Plenty of product capacity for the entire time." —wendy smith And add an easy, leakproof layer to your toiletries to avoid any big-time oopsies at your destination; just wrap a small square of cling wrap over the opening and pop the cap on top. Learn more at The Beauty Department. And btw, your favorite skincare brand might make a travel-friendly skincare set you can keep in your suitcase for trips and weekends away — then you'll NEVER forget it (or waste space). Get the E.l.f. Holy Hydration! set (which includes face cream, eye cream, melting cleansing balm, cleanser, and booster drops) from Amazon for $ review: "Perfect for travel or perfect for samples. I ordered the moisturizer and thought I would order this entire sample/travel set to give it a try. I've been using this for a few weeks now as a primary face cleanser set and I love it. The under-eye cream and serum do a great job for overnight repair. The moisturizer helps my dry skin so much and leaves it soft each time. The makeup removal balm IS AMAZING. I'm definitely buying this as a full product. The face wash is gentle and smells heavenly. The entire set is great. It has helped with my dry skin and this Arizona summer "dry heat"" —Heather MataYou can also get similar kits from Cosrx, CeraVe, Peach & Lily, Belif, Tatcha, Innisfree, and more. Swap your jumbo-sized signature scent bottle for a pocket-sized, refillable travel perfume atomizer, so you can save space AND don't have to risk that perfume leaking allllll over your suitcase (an expensive nightmare). This one is so easy to refill, you'll end up popping it in your purse to get a fresh whiff in your everyday life at home, too! If you have a hard time traveling light when it comes to beauty products, you can't do better than this hanging toiletry bag to make traveling with all the beauty products you can't bear to leave behind *so* much easier — and compact. Plus, there's no need to unpack on the hotel bathroom counter — just unroll and hang, and you can see everything at a glance! Swap your regular hot tool for a 2-in-1 straightener and curling iron so you only have to bring *one* tool, no matter how you want to wear your hair. It has dual voltage for international trips, too. It has a swiveling, tangle-free cord, it from Amazon for $39.99 (also available in white).Promising review: "I bought this for a trip to Italy, as I didn't have a dual-voltage iron (and you can't just use a converter-adapter combination with things that heat up). I liked that it was a flat iron and curling iron combo, so I could change things up as I desired. It worked beautifully on our trip — I look nice in all my selfies ;) — and continues to work beautifully at home. In fact, I've replaced my old flat iron with this because of the versatility and now use this one every day. BTW, in case you are wondering, it automatically switches to the appropriate voltage, no looking for a switch or anything. You don't need to do anything but plug it in! Great product!" —Diane Field Mini sizes of travel musts don't stop with skincare — if you have trouble sleeping when in hotels or unfamiliar places, a *truly teensy* mini white noise machine can help. And this palm-sized one is very carry-on (or even purse-/backpack-) friendly, too! It has 15 different nonlooping sounds (including white noise, fan, rain, and more), the charge lasts for days at a time, and it can — quite literally — fit in your pocket. Put shoes by the wheels and lighter items toward the handle so that when your suitcase is upright & rolling, the shoes won't crush or wrinkle your clothes. Shop Delsey luggage like the one pictured here on Amazon. Wear your bulkiest shoes on the plane, whether that's a pair of chunky sneakers, booties, etc. — you'll save suitcase space, but stay comfy on the long flight — especially if you wear some nice compression socks. Hot take: As long as you have SOCKS ON and you don't usually have a super-aggressive foot odor (I'm sorry!), it's 100% OK to take your shoes off on a long international you can get the chunky sneakers pictured above from Amazon for $42.99 (available in women's sizes 6–11 and 21 colors and styles). One reviewer traveled in them, and *20* reviewers said they feel like you're "walking on clouds"! Don't forget an AirFly Pro wireless transmitter so you don't need to pack (or, ew pay for) bulky old corded headphones on your next flight that don't even work with your phone — wouldn't you rather use your AirPods or fancy Bluetooth noise-canceling headphones anyway? And the bonus is it's way easier to get up to pee or let your neighbor by without dealing with unplugging headphones or tangled cords! Stow a 3-in-1 foldable magnetic wireless charging station perfect for traveling, so you can charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once, without wasting space on three separate bulky chargers or dealing with tons of cords. One reviewer compares this under-$40 wonder to the almost-$150(!) Mophie charger and say it's just as good *and* more attractive! Big vacation reader? Leave the heavy, bulky books at home and bring HUNDREDS (or even THOUSANDS) of books with you in one little device — a Kindle! I never thought I'd be an e-reader person, but living in a New York apartment with limited bookshelves changed my ways. I love love (love love love) my Kindle — especially for easily borrowing library books, squeezing in a few chapters on a subway ride, and, of course, traveling. I lit'rally read 10 times as much with a Kindle in my the newest 2024 version of the basic Kindle (with faster page turns and a huger contrast ratio) from Amazon for $109.99 (available in black and matcha). Or shop the newest version of the Kindle Paperwhite ($159.99) for poolside or beach reading — it's WATERPROOF *and* has an adjustable warm backlight!Promising review: "This is my first Kindle, and I have to say how disappointed I am in myself for not buying one sooner. The size and weight of this is so easy to travel with, the color is absolutely stunning, and the battery life! I cannot stress enough how long this battery goes. When I first got it, I did a full charge, and that was almost 2 weeks ago — I have not charged it since, and I am still at 86% battery life, and I read almost every night. I'm so impressed with this" —Veronica Lima Include a fold-up duffel on trips when you KNOW you'll be bringing back more than you came with. Just pack your purse on the way back and count this as your "personal item" — I won't tell. This one folds into a teensy pouch when not in use, is tear and water resistant, and even has a separate side pocket for shoes. Aaaaand it has a strap on the side that slides easily over your roller luggage keep it in your regular suitcase between trips, and you'll never forget it. Fold-up duffels like these are my GO-TO when going on a vacation I know will be shopping heavy. And then you can bring your new finds on the plane to ensure they don't get lost (it's 20 inches, making it perfect for the overhead compartment).Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in 12 colors and patterns).Promising review: "We bought this to take with us when we visited our daughter who is studying abroad for four months. We figured she would not have enough room in her luggage when it was time to come home. Folded up, this bag was so compact and lightweight it took up almost no room in our own luggage for the trip over. Then, sure enough, she had a ton of clothes and shoes to send home with us and packed this bag full. We checked the bag and it made it through two international flights without a scratch. The BEST feature is the side strap that allows you to slide it over the handle of a rolling suitcase so you don't have to carry it. This is probably the most practical and the best-value item I have purchased in years." —Tosa Mom If you're traveling with kids, switch to a super-compact stroller that weighs less than 12 pounds and can fit in an overhead bin or even under a seat, because every penny counts when it comes to family vacations. The stroller is supposed to fit kids from 6 months up to 55 pounds (approx. 5 years).Get it from Amazon for $ review: "This stroller is great! So cool looking, too. I constantly have moms coming up to me asking where I got this! So easy to fold, so light, and barely takes any space in my trunk. We took it on a flight, and the flight attendants recognized the stroller and told me that I can just wheel the baby on and put the stroller in the overhead bin. I wish I had gotten this stroller with my oldest, but I was being cheap. This stroller is so worth the money. I regret not getting it sooner! But at least my youngest can enjoy it." —Nai Len