24 Target Travel Products That Will Make You Feel Like A Genius
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Traveling can be a pain in the neck...unless, of course, you have a neck pillow.
1. A travel neck pillow because there is nothing worse than starting your trip off with an uncomfortable crick in your neck after napping uncomfortably on the flight.
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Promising review:"I chose the lilac color. Took a little getting used to this pillow as it is my first, but I will never travel without it again. Love the texture of the beads filling. It made traveling comfortable. Arrived quickly and simply packaged." — Ain
2. An AirFly adapter so you can connect your wireless Bluetooth headphones, like AirPods, to the airplane TV and binge hours of your favorite show without having to use the lower quality ones they hand out on the plane.
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3. A reliable external battery that charges extra fast if you refuse to be the person on the plane just starting blankly into space because you let your devices die like a ROOKIE.
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Promising review:"Lasted me all day at an amusement park and I was able to charge my phone and my mini fan to keep me cool. At the end of the day it was at 60% and I used it constantly for about 12 hours. Didn't overheat at all which surprised me since the weather was around 90 degrees when I used it the most. It does only come with two ports, one to charge the battery itself and one USB port to charge other devices." — ana
4. A small pack of disinfecting wipes to kill roughly 99.9% of bacteria because planes are incredibly dirty places and we're not trying to get sick right before our trip.
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5. A pair of Bose noise-canceling headphones with an adjustable noise-cancelling level and up to 24 hours of playback for ensuring you're able to listen to your favorite podcast in peace the entire flight.
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Promising review:"I love the color. I love how comfortable they feel. They really block out background noise." — Gaga
6. A travel throw blanket if you're sitting next to someone who is absolutely blasting their air conditioner thingy, and you're chilled to the bone. Plus, it easily folds up into an easy-to-carry pouch!
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Promising review:"This blanket set is soft and cozy, perfect for long flights or car rides. The pillow provides great support and comfort. I love that it comes in a compact bag with pockets, making it easy to carry and store. This set is a must-have for any traveler and makes a great gift too." — Amandatwilight
7. An expandable hard-shell carry-on suitcase with four spinner wheels for easy rolling, even if you're running to your gate to make your flight.
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Promising review:"This suitcase is the ideal size for a carry on. The wheels work surprisingly well and the handle is easily raised and lowered. I liked it so much that I just bought a second one. I have taken it all over without any damage to the outside case. Just a wonderful buy." — Archie
8. An AirTag if you're still recovering from that one time the airline lost your luggage and you had no idea where it was. Just stick this on your bag, connect it to your iPhone, and let the travel anxieties ~fade away.~
9. A small bottle of CeraVe Moisturizing Cream because being in the air can be extremely drying for your skin. This will help lock in moisture without being too heavy.
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Promising review:"I have severe patchy dry skin. I've used higher end stuff and nothing worked and some cheaper end stuff that people swore by. Dermatologist stated to use this and it really works. My skin is 80% better. I still fight with dry skin as I've only used a few days, but it has been the best by far for my super dry skin." — Britt
10. A Kindle e-reader if you absolutely love reading while you travel but don't have the room to cramp three books into your carry-on bag. This can hold literally hundreds of books without the extra weight!
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11. A sleek and slim RFID-blocking waist pouch great for traveling when you want to keep all your important stuff, like credit cards, cash, and your passport, easily accessible when you're out and about.
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Promising review:"Bought this for a Europe trip, and it was perfect. Slim enough I could wear it under shirts and still big enough to store passports and cash." — Mtmama
Price: $14.99
12. A five-piece compression bag set so you can take advantage of all the space your ~seemingly~ tiny carry-on has to offer. Just throw you clothes in, zip up the bag, roll the air out, and watch your clothes shrink.
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This includes one small, two medium, and two large airtight waterproof bags.
Promising review:"This set is going to save me a ton of time and space when I am packing for my next getaway. There are several sizes of bags that I can use for my various items to keep them organized." — c101380
Price: $19.99
13. A hanging toiletry bag as magical as Mary Poppins' bag because you can fit basically anything in it. Plus, it has a rotating hook so you can hang it on the back of a door or in the shower for convenient access wherever you're staying.
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Promising review:"I originally bought this in March of 2024 for my weekend trip to NYC. I was skeptical about the size at first, and then I packed it, and I was shocked by how much it actually holds! I was able to fit my shampoo, conditioner, body wash, makeup remover, toothbrush, toothpaste, hair ties, Band-Aids, and face wash brush inside! I have used it several times since, and it's safe to say I'm in love with it!" — Chels
14. An all-in-one adapter in case your travels take you across the pond (or anywhere else in the world that doesn't take US outlets), so you're not in a pickle when you're abroad.
15. A durable genuine leather passport wallet with tons of slots, so you can keep your passport, credit cards, IDs, and vaccines cards safe with RFID-blocking tech while you're out jet-setting around the world.
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16. A cushioned sleep mask with contoured eyecups that's basically like your own personal blackout curtain. This thing will also ensure that you don't have too much pressure on your eyes while you snooze during your flight.
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Promising review:"I love this mask. It blacks out everything. Sleep is my favorite thing in the whole world so I really take it seriously, and this is something that I literally will not go anywhere without. It has an adjustable strip to fit as tight or loose as you would like. Also, it's soft and kind of thick, which I like. I definitely recommend." — Nikki
Get it from Target for $8.59.
17. An eight-piece TSA-approved travel-sized toiletry kit if you're tired of wasting money on travel-sized shampoo, conditioner, and body wash when you could just make your own. Plus, these are reusable, so they help reduce plastic waste. Friendly to your wallet and the planet? Yes, please.
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Promising review:"The green is a nice color, and the bottles/containers seem quality. The two short green containers are silicone, which is great for grip and so it doesn't accidentally crack. I think this will last longer than the cheaper toiletry sets I get that always leak!" — kalinph
18. A pack of Tide to Go stain remover pens for when you sit next to a toddler throwing a tantrum and happen to be in the line of fire as you get splattered with applesauce. With one of these on hand, you can easily clean yourself up.
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Promising review: " My husband and I love Tide to Go pens! I have one in every purse and in our cars, too. They have saved the day several times. They are simple to use. I've never had any issues with them. We will use these forever!" — KDill21
19. And silicone putty earplugs for when that same toddler won't stop screaming at the top of their lungs because they've made it their mission not to let you sleep on this flight. (What is this kid's problem?)
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Promising review:"I've been using this for almost six years now every night. I have very light sleep, and my first year of marriage, I was so miserable because my husband snores a lot, and I couldn't sleep. GLAD I found these. Literally these have saved my marriage because I was having a seriously difficult time not sleeping." — Nadia
20. Or a pair of airplane earplugs that help relieve discomfort during take-off and landing if you're sensitive to the changing air pressure and hate that clogged-up feeling.
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Promising review:"These things are a straight-up miracle. I have always had problems getting my ears to equalize on flights, to the point that one of my eardrums perforated during descent a few years ago. I love to travel but have been terrified of that happening again, as it was one of the most painful things I've experienced in my life. Thank goodness a friend of mine at work mentioned these. I tried them on a flight this week, and not once did I ever even have to pop my ears — they just stayed equalized the entire time. I will never, ever fly without them again." — starhermit
21. A seven-piece packing cube set, so you don't have to tear apart your whole suitcase to look for one pair of shorts. I never travel without my packing cubes because they help me pack sooo much lighter and save tons of room in my bag! With these, fitting everything in your carry-on is a breeze. Smell ya later, checked luggage!
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Promising review:"The color and quality of these cubes are two of my favorite parts about them. They're so pretty and sturdy. I found it easy to pack them, and they aren't flimsy, so I didn't worry about them losing their shape. I've even machine-washed two of the cubes I used this past weekend, and they look the exact same. These are a great find; run don't walk to buy them." — niccibandana
22. A travel-sized bottle of wrinkle-releaser spray that can make even the most crumpled-up shirt in your luggage look like it's fresh from the dry cleaner.
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23. A collapsible water bowl for when your furry friend travels with you. I have one of these because I fly with my dog a lot, and it's a lifesaver for when she gets thirsty mid-flight. And the carabiner it comes with makes it super easy to clip onto my backpack. Highly recommend if your pet is an adventurer like you!
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Promising review:"This bowl is easy to travel with; it connects to my husband's and my hiking backpack and is still versatile enough to just have on us to feed him when he's out and about with us and durable enough that my German Shepherd doesn't knock it over." — Kitty
Price: $7.99
24. And finally, a mini hand sanitizer because the last thing you want is to catch a bug in the airport or on the plane and feel crummy your whole vacation.
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Promising review: " This sanitizer is effective and has a fresh scent. It is not overpowering at all. I really love that it does not dry my hands out." — lejane84
Price: $2.49+
Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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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!!!
