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Travel must-haves
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items I have traveled domestically and overseas at least 1-4 times a year for the last 5 decades. These are some of the items I use or carry on almost every trip.
Sections
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Apparel
For the luggage
Other
Health and wellness
Bags
Apparel
I walked 20k steps for 13 days straight, and yes, my feet hurt, but not as bad as any other pair of shoes I’ve ever worn!
HOKA® - FLY HUMAN FLY™
My favorite pair of travel pants. I use it cinched up in really hot climates like in Singapore. In cooler weather, I leave it down. And they dry fast if you get caught in the rain. Lots of colors!
Dance Studio Mid-Rise Pant *Short | Women's Pants | lululemon
A favorite for hot and sunny weather. I go fishing sometimes in Singapore and this is perfect to wear for protection from the sun. I wear it on dog walks in WA state too during the summer.
Womens Ultra Stretch AIRism UV Protection Full-Zip Hoodie | UNIQLO US
Lightweight, waterproof, and a wind breaker. It also folds small enough to pack 2 in the backpack that is also on this list, with room to spare. And it’s $12.99. A must buy.
32 Degrees Unisex Rain Jacket
Long international flights can be very hard on our bodies, so we always wear these.
CHARMKING Compression Socks 15-20 mmHg (3 Pairs)
For the luggage
This is essential for all check in luggage. We print small tags with hints for the code and tape them onto each lock.
TRAVOCE TSA 3-Digit Cable Locks, 4 Pack
These are a must for us. We put one in each check in luggage, and all bags/backpacks. It’s reassuring to see that our luggage have arrived at our destination.
Apple AirTag 2nd Gen 4 Pack - Key Finder
Another item I keep in my suitcase for just in case. If you travel to foreign countries, you won’t know how easy it is to find this.
Tide To Go Pen, Instant Stain Remover, 1 Count
These are cheap to keep in your suitcase pocket so that it’ll always be handy when you travel.
2 Pack Mini Travel Sewing Kit, Heart Box
Perfect size to keep in the luggage, just in case duct tape is ever needed.
Gorilla Tape Mini Duct Tape To-Go 1"x10yd
Perfect for making sure your AirTag doesn’t get lost! We usually attach it to a zipper pull on the inside of the luggage.
4Pack Apple AirTag Holder Waterproof Keychain
Other
I found these particularly useful in the Universal Studios Orlando parks. A lot of rides don’t let you carry anything on, so these hold our tickets.
5 Pack Starry Sky Lanyards with ID Holders
We brought this battery pack into China and it wasn’t confiscated. Make sure yours are ok before going to China/Shanghai Disneyland.
PISEN 10000mAh 20W Power Bank w/ 4 Cables
I always carry one of these in my bag when traveling in spring time because of unpredictable weather. Love that it has sleeves.
10 Pack Disposable Adult Rain Ponchos with Hood
Health and wellness
I always have this in my suitcase, especially if I’m going overseas. You never know when you need a boost of Vitamin C.
Emergen-C 1000mg Vitamin C Powder, 30 Ct
This is a very popular sunscreen in Japan. It isn’t thick, applies well, and works!
Biore UV Aqua Rich SPF 50 Moisturizer 3pk
A must for us when traveling and eating out! You never know when something might not agree with you.
Digestive Relief Chewable Bismuth Tablets - 48ct - up&up™
I buy this in the larger size to put in check in luggage or this size for carrying on.
Sport Sunscreen Spray - SPF 30 - 2.7oz - up&up™: Whole Body, Scented, With Homosalate, Travel Size
Bags
It looks small but fits a lot! We use this in Europe where there is risk of pickpockets. We have also used it for theme parks. It’s now our favorite backpack! Lots of little pocket/slots and side pockets for water bottles/unbrella.
Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Backpack
This is my favorite crossbody pouch! Lots of pockets and slots, and big enough to fit a water bottle in it, but not HUGE like some of the viral pouches. My favorite part is that there is a zipper on both ends.
Bellroy Lite Sling Lightweight Crossbody