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3 days ago
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38 Useful Travel Products For Your Summer Trips
A cute Shark Tank-famous thermal phone case to keep your phone from overheating as you enjoy the sublime beaches of Portugal. This insulated case can reflect more than 90% of the heat from the sun. Plus, it is sink-proof, so it'll keep your phone on the surface of your hotel's pool. A stylish, vegan leather Cincha travel belt so you don't have to bother with carrying your cumbersome personal bag while pulling your carry-on. Just put the bag atop your suitcase and keep it secure with this adjustable strap that has a quick-release buckle. A pack of foldable hangers since the very few hangers that come with your hotel room simply won't hang all the fabulous dresses you brought with you. These compact hangers have a textured surface to help prevent clothes from slipping off them. They even open up to two sizes (child and adult). A sleek 3-in-1 handheld fan that's also a portable charger and flashlight, so if you're caught in the dark and it's hot and your phone is on 1%, you'll be glad to have this gadget in your back pocket. Some noise-reduction earplugs to help prevent any in-flight discomfort. Don't let painful air pressure changes start your journey off on the wrong foot. Reviewers also say these are great for altitude changes that occur while driving. An inflatable travel pillow for the perfect in-flight nap. It might even help with neck pain! It has space for your head to rest leaning forward as well as two holes on either side to slide your arms through. A doorstop alarm if you wanna be on the safe side while sleeping away from home. This doorstop can prevent people from fully opening the door, and if the door is opened, a loud alarm will sound. Said alarm has three adjustable levels of sensitivity. A wireless transmitter because now you can use your wireless Bluetooth headphones anywhere there's a headphone jack. Easily watch movies while you're on the plane! An inflatable beach pillow that won't get blown away by the wind! This soft and durable pillow wicks away water and sheds sand, so you can lie comfortably by the shore. Tide sink packs so you can do your laundry in a sink if you're traveling to a place with no washing machine. A durable and super-accurate digital luggage scale because you bought a lot of new clothes on your journeys, and you need to make sure your suitcase doesn't exceed your airline's weight maximum. A roll-up sun visor — this easy-to-pack, wide-brim visor is as cute as it is handy. Let it help you block the sunlight while you traipse through the Caribbean. A pair of travel "flossing" toothbrushes with dual-layered flossing bristles that are designed to get deep into the grooves of your teeth and gums so your teeth can look and feel sparklingly clean, even if your sugar tooth calls for a lottttt of gelato. If your hostel doesn't provide any complimentary toothbrushes for you (oops), these foldable toothbrushes have got your back (and your plaque)! A waterproof phone pouch so you can go to the beach or pool without worrying about water damage to your phone. Wanna take a picture or send a text? No worries! You can still use your phone's touchscreen through the pouch. And it'll even allow you to take underwater photos! A portable pack of soap sheets because you can't trust gas station bathrooms to have, well, anything. These are also great for use when out hiking and camping. A portable stack of 50 games you and the family can play on the go. Whether your kids are tired of watching the same episode of Bluey on their iPad or have no interest in watching the clouds from thousands of feet in the sky, these games will help keep them entertained for the whole ride. An anti-nausea acupressure bracelet that may help prevent any day-ruining queasiness caused by road trips and boat rides. A super useful (and portable) AI-powered smartphone stabilizer so you can finally take some halfway decent, non-blurry shots of the Eiffel Tower. That photo album from 2007 is low-key tragic... An Energizer clip-on light because the overhead lighting on the plane is honestly way too cruel (for you and your seatmates). Now you can see what you're reading without being a menace to your neighbor in seat 21J. A cute lil' portable safe for keeping your phone, wallet, passport, and more secure while you enjoy your time on the Amalfi coast. You don't wanna think about your stuff getting stolen while you tour the Mediterranean. A memory foam airplane footrest if you need your legs to be slightly elevated to feel any level of comfort while you fly from Point A to Point B. Just hang it from the tray table arms and get cozy! A travel shawl with UPF 50+ protection that'll block 98% of the sun's rays when traveling through hotter climes AND keep you warm as you check out the city's nightlife on a chilly evening. It's also pretty multi-talented since it can be used as a scarf, a poncho, or a blanket! A luggage-mounted cup caddy so you can keep your hands free to deal with finding your boarding pass. No more uncomfortably juggling your water bottle or cup of coffee and your passport! An airplane window organization station for storing your beverages, phone, and other travel essentials. By moving things over to the window, you can use your tray for eating or, more importantly, napping. A pair of portable USB-C cordless phone chargers if your device is chronically under 10% when you're out and about. You don't want your phone creeping to 0% while you're using Google Maps to figure out exactly where you are. This little guy gives you at least one full charge, shows you how much battery it has left, AND can even prop your phone up for watching videos or shows. Alka-Seltzer hangover relief tablets because maybe you tend to drink more on vacation than you normally do. You don't want to have to deal with a hangover while you're on your feet all day, touring a new city. An Apple AirTag so you can be prepared in the event that you lose your luggage. You can set up the AirTag with your iPhone or iPad so that it can be found via the Find My app. A pack of Neutrogena makeup remover towelettes in case you couldn't bring your jug of micellar cleansing water with you, but you need to take off your winged eyeliner for the night so you don't wake up looking like a raccoon. A Lay-n-Go cosmetic bag if you don't have too many beauty products but do want to keep them all in one easy-to-access place when traveling. Just lay this bag out, put your products on top, then pull the drawstring closed. Low-top Blowfish sneakers because they don't have shoelaces, which means you can easily kick these babies off when you're about to go through airport security and then easily put them back on once you're done. Or a pair of ballet flats that are super comfortable to walk in and are easy to take off and on. A TSA-approved Alleyoop portable razor for giving yourself a little touch-up in the hotel bathroom before you head out for a night of dancing in that amazing mini dress. An eight-compartment pill organizer because you'll still need your multivitamins when you're in Greece. Six of the compartments are small, and two are big, just in case you have large capsules you need to pack. A shoe bag if you don't want your dirty hiking boots touching the white pants you packed. This durable and water-resistant bag has three layers that can hold up to size 13 shoes and two more compartments for holding flip-flops or sandals. A pack of Dr. Frederick's Original blister bandages in case all your walking around a new city has caused a little pain. These help protect and prevent blisters! Flushable toilet seat covers because rest stops and airport bathrooms simply cannot be trusted to be clean or free of germs. These biodegradable paper seat covers will help give you a little peace of mind. A portable white-noise machine that'll help you when you're missing the sounds of a bustling city while you vacation in the countryside. Designed for travel, this compact machine has three soothing sound settings that'll help usher you to sleep. And if you don't have a carry-on to pack all of these things into, check out this wheeled carry-on bag so you can avoid clamoring for a spot in the overhead storage bins. It can easily fit under the seat in front of you. No need to fight with shoulder straps when you can just wheel this lil' guy around the airport. Plus, it's got a side USB port for charging devices.
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27-03-2025
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If You're An Overpacker, You'll Love These 34 Multitaskers That'll Still Satisfy Your Preparedness Standards
1. A travel brush with a hidden compartment that'll be great for hair elastics, fashion tape, local currency, and all kinds of other little things that don't quite have a place to go in your personal item. ALSO have you tried to use a mini brush to brush your hair? I've broken, like, three of them with my mane. This is also a normal-size brush. Promising review: "Bought this brush to replace my old travel brush. Love the storage compartment! Didn't realize that it actually CAME with hair ties, clips, and bobby pins (didn't notice these in the description). Such an amazing surprise. And the brush is great! De-tangles and smoothes wonderfully. Even tamed my static-y hair. Love it!" — Crazy cat mama Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (also available in white). 2. A portable handheld fan for those moments when the breeze takes a break. Oh, and it's also a power bank *and* flashlight. So you'll be sure to find all sorts of other uses for it. Check out a TikTok of the portable fan in action. Promising review:"This fan works so well, keeps me cool when I'm on the beach or sitting outside in the sun. The battery life is amazing but it takes a while to charge up." — Amanda Clerk Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in four colors). 3. A 2-in-1 travel belt you can either hook around your roller bag to keep it together, over your tote you have balanced over your roller bag as you scoot through the airport or over charming cobblestone streets, OR to claim your stake on a resort pool chair/keep your towel in place. So really, it's more like a 4-in-1 depending on your vacation. Promising review: "Bought this for an upcoming trip. It worked great. Easy to use, store inside small bag's pocket and even when the top bag is a bit bulky and unevenly balanced, it held while walking through numerous airport terminals, train stations, and on city streets, even cobblestone." — Center for Arts Get it from Amazon for $14.39+ (available in seven colors). 4. Or if you wanna take it to the next level, a belt bag that'll double as a travel belt with a pass-through trolley loop so you can use it to secure your personal item to the top of your roller suitcase. And then when you're out and about at your destination, you can use it as a purse! Cincha Travel is a small business in California that develops adjustable travel belts made out of vegan leather. The brand donates 100 airline miles for each purchase, which are used to reconnect separated migrant families. Check out a TikTok of the Cincha belt bag in action. When flying with this, I rec leaving it on as the belt for your suitcase while boarding your flight. On a few flights I've been on this year, I've heard gate agents make people put their belt bags worn around their waist or cross-body into their personal item. So just be mindful of that! Promising review: "Great little double-duty bag. Highly recommend. I could fit four passports, an iPhone, a slim wallet, and many more things in my new travel bag. A must for your next adventure." — Lindsay Get it from Cincha Travel for $49.99 (available in four colors/patterns). 5. A travel-friendly blanket-slash-pillow because those tiny plane pillows never do the trick and we can say the same about the blankets. With this, you'll have options. Oh! And it clips onto your backpack or carry-on. BlueHills is a small biz specializing in travel and home items. Promising review: "I bought it to use it on my flights since I always like to cover my entire body with blankets. It was compact and lightweight- but perfectly warm for a long flight. No lint came off, even after repeated washes- and it's so soft that I am actually using it on my couch right now!" — Anthony Choi Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in 14 colors). 6. A neck pillow you can stuff with clothing — even a whole outfit — to give you some comfy flexibility and help get around super strict carry-on size restrictions. The listing says you can even pack three days' worth of clothes in it! Which would especially be welcome if your carry-on-only budget doesn't exactly align with your fashionista status. Check out a TikTok showing how someone used a similar neck pillow to just take that and a personal item onto a RyanAir flight that was charging for hand luggage. Promising review: "Took it on my trip to Europe. I went carry-on-only and this tube was a true gem! I fit one full outfit in it and it's so valuable when traveling with only carry-on luggage. On the plane I used it as an arm support. It's really helpful on a 10-hour flight. What an excellent idea to take something out of the weighted luggage!!! I was able to fit three T-shirts, two light long-sleeve sweatshirts, and one pair of underwear. I usually like to have a change of clothes with me on the plane, especially on transatlantic flights, so I can change it on the layover, just feels fresher." — Happy Shopper Get it from Amazon for $36.95. 7. A 2-in-1 straightener and curling iron because you won't leave home without them but detest how much space they take up in your baggage. Amazon Promising review:"I took this on the cruise ship, and it was amazing. Exactly what I needed." — Peggy knopp Get it from Amazon for $49.99. 8. An anti-theft "sock wallet" that'll stash some cash and cards in an unsuspecting spot. Go ahead and ride the Paris Metro with your eyes peeled for folks "bumping" into you, knowing your stuff is stashed and you're about to make it through the Louvre in record time. Also! The socks are lightly cushioned and made of blister-preventive material. Amazon Flippysox is a small business that specializes in antitheft sock designs. Promising review: "I had to travel across the country to attend a convention. These were a lightweight, well-fitting sock, and the pocket was big enough for my driver's license, a bank card, and folded cash. Much more comfy than sliding money in the top of my sock. I kept showing it off to my buddies. Definitely recommend." — MommaT Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in dozens of styles). 9. Anti-chafing Thigh Society shorts with a pocket that'll be extra sneaky when you're wearing it as a base layer — though it is opaque enough for you to wear when you sweet-talked your pals into ziplining at an eco-adventure park. Thigh Society They're made of sweat-wicking material that won't roll up and that pocket? It has a flat seam so it won't show through your slip dress you're climbing up Lisbon's hills in to dinner. Promising review: "The ease and convenience of a cargo bike short with the comfort of your favorite undies. I immediately bought a secnd pair in black. It will not be the last." — Kate Courer Get them from Thigh Society for $40 (available in sizes XS/S–5XL/6XL, eight colors, and three inseams). 10. A super lightweight day pack perf for adventures but will also be sturdy enough to serve as your personal item. And then when your trip's over, it folds into itself in a compact pouch for easy storage. I bought this backpack back in 2019 for a June trip to the Greek isles. I used it for a couple of beach excursions, and then mostly forgot about it! Fast forward to March 2025 when I was packing for a week-long trip to Boquete, Panama, that includes LOTS of outdoorsy excursions. I flew Copa Airlines both ways, which has stricter luggage sizing restrictions than most U.S. airlines, and I, therefore, was scratching my head about what to use for a personal item because my go-to Beis backpack was too big. I remembered I had this and knew it would be perfect for keeping my hands free on hikes (like this one to Caldera Hot Springs) and it would be NBD if it got wet. It worked like a dream. It fit under plane seats easy-peasy, and fit a SHOCKING amount of stuff. So much stuff that when TSA pulled me aside to go through my bags, the agent seemed like she was dealing with Mary Poppins' bag. (Psst, in this pic I'm wearing this tank and shorts set I pack for basically every vacation now and my friend Katie is wearing this romper.) Get it from Amazon for $14.32+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors). 11. Merrell hiking sneakers that are cute enough to wear on the plane (instead of giving up precious suitcase space to hiking boots), but will keep you steady on your feet as you mosey up to the top of a volcano before sunrise. I did just that for my week-long trip to Panama and these shoes helped me haul through sprawling airport terminals in Panama City on a layover, stay steady on my way (in the dark) to the top of a volcano to see the sun rise, and on all kinds of terrain on hikes. But they manage to feel light as air and super comfy while wearing, which is especially great because I had basically no break-in period before this trip. And they look cute, to boot! Unfortunately (for you), they're sold out of the pink I have on Amazon now. But there are lots of other cute colors! Get them from Amazon for $79.95+ (available in women's sizes 5–11 and six colors). 12. A set of towel clips you'll be grateful you packed once the wind kicks up as you're 20 feet away tossing a football with your pals. (And you can use it to hang up your wet swimsuit after.) Check out a TikTok of the towel clips in action. Promising review: "I purchased these for a family of eight going on a cruise and they loved them! So easy to use, just put your towel on the beach chair and clip down with these. They said they were especially awesome on windy days when others towels were blowing away if they were not sitting on the chair. The family was able to go to lunch or take a walk and not worry that their towels had been blown away and someone had then snagged their seats. Very inexpensive and functional clips." — TypeA Get a set of 16 from Amazon for $9.99. 13. A tiny 3-in-1 portable charger so you don't have to do math to figure out how long you need to charge each item (aka, iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch) with the one measly outlet in your hotel room. Promising review:"These are fabulous for travel — they charge three devices from just one USB port, especially [helpful] when frequenting hotel rooms. The first one is now permanently stationed bedside to help clean up the clutter, and this will go into my briefcase for future excursions. Compact, and effective!" — see2xu Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in four colors). 14. Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Hydrating Multi-Balm, a TikTok-famous Korean beauty product combines several products into one skincare step — especially great if you get suuuuper dry on flights. Reviewers use it on their face, lips, eyes, and neck to help reduce fine lines and make you look all ~glowy~ thanks to ingredients salmon complex and collagen. Check out a TikTok of the wrinkle balm in action. Promising review: "Okay! So I was skeptical at first, but honestly this stick is life-changing!!! In a matter of minutes, my skin felt hydrated and plumped. After an hour, still hydrated. No greasy after feeling, very light, and you can feel your skin hydrated and absorbing. I love the fact that you can use it on your eyes, lips, and wrinkles!! Game changer for me, will def try the others!" — Kristy "This stuff makes my face feel so soft and has a nice scent. I use it every day and will buy it again when I run out!" — Cyndy1 Get it from Amazon for $21.95+ (available in six styles). 15. A set of storage scrunchies for helping you stash your lip balm, cash, keys, and more while you're out and about. After all, you don't want to spend precious vacation time on making your hair look like you got a $$$ blowout. LOKI STASHED is a small biz specializing in these scrunchies. See them in action on TikTok here! Promising review: "I use these every time I travel. Perfect for holding a key or some rolled-up bills for emergencies. Comfortable and reliable." — Poke-me-in-the-coconut Get a pack of three from Amazon for $13.99 (available in seven color combinations). 16. A pair of Mack's Earplugs that'll seal out noise on a plane, in a hotel room, or wherever else you need to get some sleep. Check them out on TikTok here. BuzzFeed editor Emma Lord swears by these and raves:"The moldable silicone of Mack's Earplugs contours easily to the shape of your ear to block out noise much more effectively than other foam or plastic varieties, and the noise reduction is so good that if I pair them with a white noise machine (or just like a white noise loop on Spotify) I genuinely don't hear noises from outside my room. I've also *loved* these for traveling — if you put these babies in on a plane not only does it help reduce some of the YIKES factor when the plane takes off (it's loud!!), but it cancels out the murmuring noises of passengers on the flight and makes it easier to get some shuteye." Promising review: "I've been purchasing Mack's earplugs for about eight years now as they help me sleep so much better at night (and are also super helpful on long plane trips). They're the best ones on the market and much larger with more comfort and coverage than ones in my local stores and pharmacies. Mack's are getting harder to find so I'm writing this in the hope that they stay in business." — Amazon Customer Get 12 pairs from Amazon for $12.99. 17. A compact eight-compartment pill organizer so you'll have space for all the stuff you take from all the delicious food that sometimes makes you feel bad on your travels. Oh, and the tiny compartments are also great for holding onto small pieces of jewelry! Promising review:"My husband and I travel a lot and take a number of prescription drugs. It was always a hassle accessing our medication when needed, so I purchased this organizer to make things easier. I used a label maker and labeled each little compartment and it has performed wonderfully. I highly recommend this organizer to anyone who travels and needs medications throughout the day." — Jacqueline Get a three-pack from Amazon for $8.97. 18. A universal travel adapter so you always have a way to juice up your devices or use your US-friendly plugged item in a different outlet. You can plug up to five devices in this at a it covers 160 countries! So no need to pack several adapters for your next luxurious trip that includes four countries. But remember that this is not a voltage 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). 19. A set of cooling patches can work some soothing magic for a variety of uses including (perhaps most importantly), sunburn. But it'll also help with itchiness from bug bites and poison ivy. And! They're TSA friendly. So you can probably leave your aloe vera gel at home. Promising review:"Used these on a sunburn on my back, and they were very soothing. Also provided padding when leaning back in my seat. I stuck one on my shoulder also to keep my seatbelt from rubbing the sunburn there. I bought them to use on the back of my kids' necks to help prevent heat exhaustion on a very hot day outside but ended up just using them for burn relief." — Joanna "These saved us on our vacation with our little that is sensitive to sun!" — felicia faith Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $14.99. 20. A soft faux-leather tote will be the perfect personal item on the plane so you don't even have to pack it in your carry-on! And it would be useful as a day bag (of course keep your valuables zipped up concealed and tucked away inside) with plenty of room for your souvenirs. Promising review:"Bought this bag last minute for a uniform compliance as a flight attendant, and it's sturdy and a great bag. For the material and the price, it's a great purchase. I've had it over four months." — Amber Get it from Amazon for $14.29+ (available in a variety of colors and two sizes). 21. Or a waterproof, sandproof beach bag in a cute pattern that could double as a personal item on your flight to that all-inclusive tropical resort you've been looking forward to for the past six months. Promising review: "Love this bag. It says sand resistant; however, I didn't expect much for the price. I was pleasantly surprised! Not only is it sand resistant, it has lots of pockets, and it's large enough to carry large beach towels, three cans of sunscreen, room for snacks, and it is an adorable print! Love it so much and am glad I took a chance on this one. I give 5 stars across the board!!" — CBoz Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 15 patterns). 22. A set of Sea Bands with a little nub that targets the acupressure point on your wrists meant to help reduce nausea. This'll be great in case anyone gets motion sick in the car or on a boat ride — especially if your upcoming vacation entails sleeping on a cruise ship and riding in the back of an excursion bus while the ship is at port. 23. An E.l.f. multistick so you can add color in all sorts of ways on your eyelids, lips, and cheekbones without weighing down your toiletry bag with another liquid. Promising review:"I love that this blush stick has a slight shimmer to it. I am still learning how to apply it properly, but I like that it adds color quickly and with little fuss! It is a lovely tone. I am normally darker, but have been indoors a lot, so I will update with a summer photo to see if this color still suits my skin in the summertime. Even if not, it works well with my winter skin and lasts all day!" — Paprika Get it from Amazon for $4+ (available in seven colors). 24. A versatile lightweight shawl to wrap up in on the plane then at night when it gets a bit chillier but it doesn't quite call for a jacket. Plus, let's be honest, this looks a little more elegant than your go-to denim jacket. It can also help cover your shoulders at cultural or religious sites that require it! Promising review: "Absolutely love this shawl! The color is a true red and will work beautifully for several outfits. I bought it specifically for travel... easy to pack in carryon bag and warmth without weight." — bojangles "Wore on a trip to Morocco. Lightweight and versatile. Wear it as a traditional scarf, draped over front, or as a head scarf. Good quality and color pigment." — Micki R. Leesch Get it from Amazon for $11.89+ (available in 38 colors). 25. A travel scarf with hidden storage in it that'll keep your hands free for taking pics without having to stick your phone, wallet, and keys in your back pocket. Amazon Waypoint Goods is a small biz that specializes in travel accessories. Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE my travel scarf. This piece is perfect for every occasion. Whether I am traveling on a plane or a road trip, at work, or trying to dress up an outfit to go out, it is perfect and functional. My phone, credit cards and keys fit seamlessly in the pocket without changing the look or fit of my scarf. At times I have put all of that plus a boarding pass and passport in the pocket!!" — Caroline Get it from Amazon for $49.95 (available in three styles). 26. A Hackwith Design House shirt you can wear in 6(!!!) different takes "travel capsule wardrobe" to a whole new level without feeling like you're repeating. (Though, there is *no* shame in repeating.) Hackwith Design House is a woman-owned small business. Their sustainable designs are made to order and sewn in their Minnesota studio. Their sizes run from XS–4X. On Mondays, they also release limited-edition designs so you can be one of only 25 people to own a piece! My colleague Chelsea Stuart owns this and loves it. Here's what she has to say: "All credit for its discovery goes to TikToker @ who I happened to stumble across on my FYP. It checks all my boxes: black, comfortable, versatile, and durable. My initial worry was that I wouldn't feel secure in it (I have a 38DDD chest and most wrap tops/dresses I've tried haven't stayed where they're supposed to), but I haven't had an issue with this! I've worn it tied in the front giving me a square neck (like the middle picture) and tied in the back giving me a V-neck up front (just like the photo on the right) — both were super comfortable and I didn't have to adjust myself at all. As someone whose weight fluctuates, I also appreciate that this piece can handle pounds gained and lost. The fabric is medium weight so I'll be wearing it season to season and there's just enough elasticity in the arms that if you roll up your sleeves, they won't fall back down. All that is to say trust that I will be buying additional colors!" Get it from Hackwith Design House for $145 (available in women's sizes XS–4X and in four colors). 27. A two-piece tank top and shorts set with drawstring shorts that'll pair nicely with other tops in your suitcase and a just-special-enough ruffled crop top in airy fabric that'd look cute with a pair of jeans. Last summer, I wore this walking around Cagliari, Sardinia, and down ~700 stairs to a cave (and then promptly back up) so I can attest it makes for excellent photo ops *and* is airy enough for such activities. Yes, that is ME wearing this set on the way back up from said cave. Since returning from that trip, I've worn it many times both while traveling and at home in NYC, including to a sweltering Yankees baseball game, a long (also sweltering) weekend in Lisbon, as a coverup on a Caribbean cruise, and just recently to Boquete, Panama! Promising review: "I got so many compliments when wearing this set on vacation in Hawaii! The top is very comfortable and cropped at just the right length. The shorts were a little see-through, but for the price they were very comfortable." — Courtney Smith Get it from Amazon for $34.98 (available in sizes XS–XL and in 13 colors/patterns). 28. A chic tank and wide-leg pants set can make you look like a fancy jet setter who goes to these places like The White Lotus all the time, instead of your childhood pal-turned-celeb friend inviting you and footing the bill. This is another great mix-and-match airy option! Promising review: "Bought this outfit for my Caribbean cruise. Loved it! Cute and comfy. Received several compliments." — Karen Get it from Amazon for $45.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and 26 colors). 29. Or a rechargeable magnetic phone charger/hand warmer set that'll magnetize together or split up so you can keep the warm concentrated in one spot or split in two. Check out a TikTok of the hand warmer/phone charger in action. It has four warmth settings, so you can pick one that's perfect for the conditions, too! My colleague Emma Lord has and loves these: "I have been using these for two winters now, and once it hits November, I simply never leave the house without them. They heat up instantly, and unlike bulkier hand warmers, slide easily and subtly into any of my jacket pockets. They fit neatly in the palm of my hand, and the warmth radiates and genuinely makes a difference in regulating my entire body (I am a big, BIG baby about the cold). The heat settings are super easy to change, they recharge efficiently within an hour, and I always feel like a handy little wizard when I can pull them out in a pinch if a friend's phone is dying and they need some extra charge to keep it alive. I cannot recommend this enough!" Get it from Amazon for $27.98+ (available in 11 colors). 30. Alleyoop's Pen Pal so you're not lugging around a packed bag full of makeup as this one lil pen has an eyeliner, brow liner, lip liner, and a highlighter all in one. Just toss it into your fanny pack so that you can have a quick touch while onboard the plane. Alleyoop is a woman-owned small business creating "beauty efficiency" products. Many are compact and/or have several functions! My former BuzzFeed shopping colleague Jasmin Sandal has this and loves it. She says: "I didn't realize I'd ever use a makeup product in my 20s that had the ability to transport me back to something I used in sixth grade, but here we are; and here I am using a multitool pen... for my face. I gotta say, I love the concept of the Pen Pal from Alleyoop! After using all of the functions (eyeliner, highlighter, lip liner, eyebrow pencil) and as someone who LOVES makeup but was applying as little as humanly possible during lockdown, I think it's a great tool for anyone looking to streamline their routine. It's ideal to use for touch-ups come the end of the work day, or a subtle, minimalist way to apply makeup in the a.m. The brow pencil is particularly soft and pigmented, and filled in my eyebrows quickly. I just adore the ease of application of each product, and appreciate the universal, does-it-all-for-you concept. Plus, it saves me so much room in my already overflowing makeup bag!" Get it from Amazon for $20 (available in three shades). 32. A 4-in-1 makeup brush set that takes up the size of one makeup brush so you don't have to use up half of your personal item's space just for your beauty routine. (Tbh, I need these.) Amazon Promising review: "The bristles are soft and it applies the product very well. Love that it has a case which is perfect for traveling. Now I don't have to travel with 10+ brushes." — Yashira Get it from Amazon for $15.99. 33. Satin pillowcases that I own and love! I'm a hot sleeper at home and tend to blow out my hair, then wash only twice a week. So these make a big difference in keeping my skin and hair moisturized over cotton pillowcases. I also pack them for trips AND use them as dust bags in my suitcase for purses. They take up a very small amount of room. Amazon Promising review:"I travel for work and having this case has helped so much with my hair and it's great quality, I have washed it so many times and yet it's durable and comfy." — Maritza Cruz Get two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four sizes and 22 colors). 34. Some Seastar neoprene slingback sandals that are *actually* water and boat shoes, though they look like regular espadrilles and you can wear them as such! These babies have TRACTION on them but are still comfy and won't rub. I own them and have worn them in the sea and on rocky beaches of France, Croatia, and Italy without slipping and hurting myself. Most recently, I used them to scramble over a bunch of rocks in Panama (as seen below). Sea Star Beachwear, Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed These shoes are super comfy with stretchy neoprene and QUITE stretchy straps that'll keep 'em on your feet over hikes and balancing on wet rocks at the beach. These were one of three pairs of shoes that I packed for my recent Panama trip I've mentioned in this story several times. They clean up super easily and I know they're going to last me a long time. Promising review:"I loved my first pair so much that I bought two more pairs! I have always loved classic espadrilles but can't wear them in rainy weather. These you can wear no matter what. And they are soooo comfortable! That makes them perfect for traveling — especially as they are lightweight — but I want to wear them all the time so bought more. They look great with skirts, pants, jeans or beachwear. The stretchy fabric and stretchy sling back heel make for comfort no matter how much feet may swell in hot weather. I just love these and am thinking about a fourth pair!" — Merlyn Greenwood Get them from Amazon for $99.95+ (available in sizes 6–12 and two colors) or from Sea Star Beachwear for $125 (available in sizes 6–12 and eight colors). 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