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The Ultimate Carry-On Packing List

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As a frequent traveler, here's my must-haves for my carry-on bag. Usually, I travel with one small carry-on and my backpack (for my laptop). This list helps you stay organized and ready for your next trip!
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Carry On Bags and Cases

These are my favorite bags/cases that help keep me organized for long-haul flights or road trips.

 
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This bag appears in many of my lists for a very good reason! This is literally my favorite bag that I love to take on my travels by plane or by car. It comes in many colors and is very durable. I've had mine for 6 years now and it's been everywhere w...
Herschel Novel Duffle Tech | Herschel Supply Company
 
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I don't ever check in my jewelry. They go inside a small case like this one to keep things organized.
Vlando Travel Jewelry Case With Mirror
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Packing cubes are a must! It just helps keep everything organized.
Packing Cubes Luggage
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I like to make sure any OTC meds and prescriptions are packed safely in my carry on and not my checked luggage.
Holii Travel Pill Organizer
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Sometimes I like to travel light and not have to carry a big, thick wallet around. I swap out my wallet for this.
Clippable Card Pouch
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To-Go Snack

I don't always love the snacks they serve on planes so I'll always bring a few snacks just in case. I try to keep them free from allergens just in case someone sitting next to me is allergic to nuts.

 
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I love ONE bars. They're higher in protein and have low sugar. The birthday cake is my favorite flavor.
ONE Protein Bars
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Madegood offers nut free snacks. I love these granola bites with just 100 calories per pack.
MadeGood Granola Bites
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If you need an alternative to chips, this is it! Edamames are high in protein and low in sugar.
GoBeanz Crunchy Roasted Edamame,
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SmartSweets are low in sugar but still satisfies those sugar cravings. I tend to pack a couple of these in my carry on because you never know when you're going to need a boost of so something sweet.
SmartSweets Sweet Fish
 
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I love that these are peanut free chocolates. They're individually packaged so it's perfect to take with you on your travels.
FAVOURITES KITKAT AERO SMARTIES COFFEE CRISP
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These are organic and free from allergens. They're individually wrapped so it's easy to take with you on the go!
YumEarth Organic Pops

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Check your flight carrier to make sure you can bring this with you. Certain ones have been banned. I have this one and so far it's okay!
INIU Portable Charger
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One of my pet peeves when I travel is having cords everywhere. I use an organizer like this to keep everything in one place.
Luxtude Cord Organizer Travel,
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Hands down, for long haul flights I find the Beats Pro headset  the most comfortable.  And they're on sale right now on Amazon!
Beats Studio Pro
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Don't forget your power adapter for those traveling abroad!
VYLEE International Travel Adapter
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This is a must have for those long haul flights! I use mine all the time to keep my phone in place so I can watch all my Netflix movies.
Travel Essentials Phone Holder Handsfree f
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This is a great alternative if you're looking for a phone holder. This one works for tablets too.
Flight Flap - Tablet or Phone holder

Makeup Bag Musts

 
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I always bring a hand sanitizer with me. These are gentle on the hands and paraben free. I love the scent of Touchland sanitizers.
Glow Mist Revitalizing Hand Sanitizer - Touchland | Sephora
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To freshen up after a long travel day, I like to run some scented hair oil on my ends. Plus I find planes very drying so this just helps.
Mini Wild Rose Honey Infused Hair Perfume - Gisou | Sephora
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This scent is so decadent. I like to pack a travel size in my carry on to freshen up once I land.
Mini Vanilla Skin Body & Hair Fragrance Mist - PHLUR | Sephora
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This mist helps to plump up your skin after a long travel day. This one is ultra moisturizing and non sticky.
Mini Grape Water Moisturizing Face Mist - Caudalie | Sephora
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I'm a big fan of this peptide treatment from Rhode. A few swipes and it leaves your lips glossy, and moisturized.
Peptide Lip Treatment Nourishing Glaze - rhode | Sephora
 
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I keep this in my carry on as a quick way to refresh. I don't just use these on my face. I'll swipe these on my arms and hands.
Refreshing Cleansing Sheets - Shiseido | Sephora
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Sometimes you don't have access to a washroom and you need to freshen up. I always bring this with me on my trips.
Listerine-Freshburst-Pocketpaks
 
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I keep this product in my makeup bag and give my undereye area a quick swipe to help brighten up this area after a long flight.
grace & stella Under Eye Brightener Roller
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Wearables

 
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I find planes always so cold especially those long haul flights. Those airline blankets are always so scratchy so I will always make sure a sweater or cardigan is easily accessible.
Knit Button-Front Cardigan
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I have my eye on this tie front sweater for my next trip. I've seen it in stores and it's ultra soft. It'll feel like a bath robe.
Alpaca-Blend Tie-Front Long Cardigan
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These come in different solid colors and are perfect for longer flights.
Dr. Scholl's womens Travel Knee High Socks
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