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Essentials for Traveling Carry-On Only
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items We travel with only personal items often, and almost always carry on only. When we're only traveling for the weekend, we want to make sure we have everything we need (no lost baggage!) and don't spend precious time watching the carousel spin at bagga...
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The Bag
Hygiene + Beauty
The Wardrobe
The Accessories
The Bag
These are my favorite carry on bags, both wheeled and personal items. We've been able to go on various long weekend getaways and spent a week in Mexico traveling with just a personal item!
You can fit so much into this roller with how the compression system works. I can fit things for a weeklong trip (maybe longer!) if I pack strategically.
Away Hard Shell Carry-On Suitcase
This is the personal item I used to spend 5 days in Riviera Maya with just a personal item because we found a cheap direct flight on Spirit. It has a large laptop compartment, lots of little zip pockets, and a slot on the back to slide over your smal...
Large Bancroft Backpack
This is a more budget-friendly backpack personal item that's held up well, has a laptop slot, and even more zippered compartments. Plus, the large zipper compartment flips open for more organized packing.
WANDF Travel Backpack for Spirit Airlines
Hygiene + Beauty
Having the correct sizes and all the essentials is extremely important when going through security. These are things I use to save space in my liquids bag!
This is my go to for travel deodorant. These minis are so small and compact, and the coconut vanilla reminds me of my tropical getaways.
Native Mini Deodorant - Coconut & Vanilla
I use these to hold products I only use a small amount of, like hair creams, moisturizers, and face washes. These things rarely leak (they're made to contain contact solution!) and I can avoid having all those larger, clunky bottles. Plus, I don't have to buy the travel sized options of my favorite products, so it saves money!
Contact Lens Cases for Travel + For Other Toiletries, Too!
I use this setting spray almost every day, so it always goes in my travel bag, too.
Travel Size All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray - Urban Decay
I always have this in my bag, too! It's the perfect refresh, especially if we've been out exploring all day and need to get ready for dinner or an evening out quickly.
Travel Size Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo - Living Proof
I love the scent and this stuff really protects my hair.
Travel Size Hot Toddy Heat Protectant Mist - Drybar
These are easy to throw in my bathroom bag without having to take up precious liquid/paste bag space! I usually calculate the number of times I will brush my teeth on the trip, plus a few extras in case of a delay or schedule change.
SuperBee Fluoride Free Toothpaste Tablets
This thing is small and can straighten or curl easily. I always travel with one of these so I have options for my hair, depending on my mood/style. I also love that this is versatile for different voltages across the world.
Mini Dual Voltage Travel Curling Iron
The Wardrobe
Packing a “capsule” wardrobe, where you can make multiple combinations and outfits is the way to go when you're trying to travel carry on only.
I love these pants so much that I have them in 3 colors. They're versatile for airport travel days, hiking, or just exploring around town.
Women's Quick Dry Travel Pants
The Accessories
These are my favorite accessories when I'm traveling, but honestly, I also use them on a daily basis.
I always travel with a lightweight baseball hat, perfect for sun protection, wind, and bad hair days!
adidas Women's Superlite Hat
I absolutely love goodr sunglasses and have multiple pairs. They're affordable, durable, lightweight, and don't make my ears hurt when I wear them all day. They're my go to!
Classic Sunglasses: The OGs
I love that this has built in cords, so it keeps everything organized. You don't have to dig to the bottom of your bag to find those things or get them tangled everywhere!
Portable Charger + Power Bank with Built in Cables