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Work Travel Must-Haves
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items I've been working from home for a long time, but I also have to travel for work on occassion. These are the things that I've grown to love over the past 12 years, and they make the travel less painful and more enjoyable.
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For the Flight
For Work
For the Hotel
For the Flight
My MUST-HAVES for work flights. Well, actually ALL flights, but most of mine are for work, so I'm just gonna stick with that theme.
I MUST have noise cancelling earbuds when I travel. I used to travel with bigger headphones, but I just can't justify taking up all that room in my backpack, or hanging them off the side, so I've opted for these earbuds, which are AMAZING. I *will* s...
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
I have one of the older Alpha Bravo backpacks from Tumi and have used it for YEARS. It doesn't look like that model is available anymore, but this one looks comparable. The quality can't be beat and mine fits perfectly under all airline seats.
Shop Backpacks for Work, Travel & Adventure
This is my go-to carryon bag, and I probably own 6 or 7. I love how it's sturdy, has a built in lock, and is lightweight enough for me to be able to heave it overhead even when packed full. My only suggestions are: 1) don't bother getting the battery... I have this medium blue and there are always people on my flight with the same one. I'm gonna have to get a colored ribbon or something and tie it onto the handle like my mom does if I ever check this thing.
Away
I have this scarf in the grey/black pattern, but now that I'm seeing these pix, I kinda wish I had it in blush. Either way - it's a great scarf as it can actually double as a small, lightweight blanket on a flight. And, even though it's lightweight, ...
The Dreamsoft Travel Scarf - Blush Colorblock - zestt llc
I've had an ipad mini for years, and literally the only thing I use it for is entertainment on a plane. I know people use their phones, but I have old-lady eyes and need the bigger screen, but I don't want to lug around a bigger device, so the ipad m...
iPad mini
I have one of these in hot pink that I have been using as my ‘flight bag’ for probably 15 years. It has everything in it I might need during a flight and it fits perfectly in the seat-back pocket. Tissue, advil, earbuds, earplugs, chapstick, nail cli...
Mesh Bags With Zipper
This is just a handy bendy thing that you can use to prop up your phone or tablet for viewing from the tray thingy. It takes up almost zero space in my backpack and I like having another option if my ipad case doesn't give me a good angle.
Airplane Travel Essentials Flex Flap Cell Holder
For Work
Things that make the road-warrior life easier to survive when at the office away from home
These are handy charging cables for travel because they're retractable AND have multiple connection types. Anything that takes up less space in my bag is a win for me. LOVE these.
Multi Charging Cable 3.3ft 2Pack Retractable ...
I sometimes have to travel for work, and this is my go-to bag to keep all the cords and chargers organized. Super inexpensive, but nice quality.
Travel Cable Organizer Bag Waterproof Portable ...
I purchased a Remarkable 2 e-ink tablet from the manufacturer earlier this year, but their price for cases was insane, so I found this one - which is awesome - for way less on Amazon.
CoBak Case for Remarkable 2 Paper Tablet ...
So long, spirals! I literally have probably 50 spirals piled up in my office closet, full of notes I've taken over the years for work. I have no idea why I keep them, but I probably assume I will NEED something in then someday. But, how would I ever ... Now - the Remarkable 2 has changed all that. I write all my notes in here and can immediately save them into my duly organized file system so that I can find it again whenever needed. I like that I can save in my own handwriting, or change it to text. Truly a life-saver.
reMarkable 2
Ever since we started working remote more often, I'm always losing my work ID. Now I keep it INSIDE my travel backback in this handy lanyard and then I always know where it is when it's time to go back to the office every now & then.
Amazon.com: Lanyard
For the Hotel
Hotel organization is a must since all the hotels have different setups. I like to keep all my stuff ‘just so’, and refuse to put my clothes in a hotel dresser, so these are the things that keep me sane and somewhat organized while staying in a hotel...
These little containers are SO handy, and they now come in multiple sizes so you can store a myriad of different things in them. You can customize the colors AND the labels when you order. I can't live without them when I travel.
Leakproof and Magnetic Travel Containers
Yes, I bring my own pillowcase when I travel. This is something I started doing a decade ago and haven't stopped. Once you get used to a silk pillowcase, it's not easy to sleep without it. Also - they're really good for your skin and hair. Or so the ...
Silk Pillowcase for Travel
I've tried many small fans, and this one is my favorite. It's rechargeable, so you don't need a plug nearby if it's fully charged, which is handy in a hotel if you've already used up the one plug for your phone. It has a tilt feature which is very ni...
AceMining Desk Fan, Quiet Small Fan, USB Fan ...
You may think this is an odd thing to travel with, but they are very handy. I've used them several times to keep hotel curtains closed when they won't stay that way no matter what else I try. They're also handy to keep food containers closed if you'r...
Amazon.com: Binder Clips
I don't think I really need to explain this one, do I? Just trust me - this pack takes up hardly any room and they're great for doorknobs, remote controls - really anything you're gonna touch with your hands.
Disinfectant Wipes for Travel and On the Go - Clorox
I like this cosmetics bag because it opens ALL the way up so I don't have to search for anything. the lid flops all the way to the other side and then you can literally see all the contents. It also has separate sections so you can keep your brushes in their own area.
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