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Travel Essentials
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items Everything I brought on my recent trips to Italy, England, Australia, and France!
Sections
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For the Airplane
Packing
For the Trip
Tech
Toiletries
For the Airplane
To survive the long haul flights!
I influenced my whole family to also purchase this neck pillow before our trip to Italy! This is the BEST neck pillow I've ever used. I was able to sleep for hours uninterrupted! Prevents your head from bopping around and any neck pain.
BUYUE Travel Neck Pillow 360° Head Support Grey
I use these on the plane for sleeping! Also helpful for any noisy hotels.
Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs - Reusable Noise Reduction 24dB
This eye mask is definitely pricey but very worth it! It so light weight but large enough to cover your ears and block out all light. I tried so many sleep masks that constantly fall off, but this mask stays on all night/flight. There are other dupes...
DROWSY Silk Sleep Mask - Padded, Adjustable
I swear by Beats headphones! Bought these two times, perfect for noise canceling and very comfortable.
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
To use as a blanket on the plane (also doubles as scarf if your destination is cold)
100% Pashmina Wool Scarf
For a quick brush or to refresh! These are amazing! They're prepackaged too. These are so much better than Colgate Wisps
GuruNanda Disposable Mini Travel Toothbrush
My feet definitely swell a lot of flights so I like to wear compression socks for long-haul flights just in case!
Compression Socks
For the planes that still don't have bluetooth built into the seat back TV screens
Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter Adapter
Airplanes make my skin so dry, so I like to have a hydrating mist! More sanitary to use a spray instead of touching your face and applying lotion.
Jet Lag Skin Soothing Hydration Mist
To elevate your feet!
JefDiee Inflatable Foot Rest Pillow, Adjustable 3 Layers
I hate electrolyte powder mixes, they all taste so bad to me! Having a chewable tablet makes it so much quicker and easier.
Electrolyte Chewable Tablets
Packing
To avoid the overweight baggage fees, and still have room to bring souvenirs back home!
I swear by this suitcase, it's the best large checked bag I've ever had. As someone who travels monthly for work, this suitcase has lasted me over 40 trips, even internationally! I cannot recommend this suitcase enough.
The Large Check-In Roller
I don't have a carry-on version, but this is on my list because of how much I love the large checked-bag version! Obsessed with the color variety.
The Carry-On Roller
I usually like to use a carry-on suitcase as my carry on item, but I just recently purchased this bag because I needed to try and fit a lot more clothes for my trip to Costa Rica. This bag was actually perfect, it's super lightweight but sturdy so I ...
BAGSMART Foldable Travel Bag
Perfect personal item size! So many pockets and I love the color.
BAGSMART Personal Item Puffer Duffle Bag
A great alternative option to a roller carry on!
Herschel Novel™ Carry On Duffle | Hershel Supply Company
My old reliable Hershel backpack! I've had mine for over 10 years. Another great carry on option if you want to avoid a roller carry-on.
Herschel Little America Backpack 30L | Herschel Supply Co.
Packing cubes, obviously! These are my favorite after trying 3 different packing cube brands. These have a double zipper so you can really squish everything down to be compact!
BAGSMART Compression Packing Cubes Travel Set
The best toiletry bags! I love that its clear so you're not digging through all your bags making a mess looking for a specific product. Also TSA compliant for other countries that are more strict with their liquid regulations!
BAGSMART TSA-Approved Clear Toiletry Bag
I SWEAR by this travel backpack. I am constantly amazed by how much I can fit in here. I love that it unzips and folds opens like a suitcase. It's saved my life packing for trips where I can only bring a carry on, many times.
Carry On Waterproof Travel Backpack for Women
I will never travel without my AirTags! Every single one of my bags has an AirTag
Apple AirTag
To keep all your chords and wires organized
BAGSMART Large Double Layer Electronic Organizer
For your dirty clothes! This bag compresses down to save some space in your luggage.
Compression Travel Laundry Bag
This one is very compact but has sections for rings, earrings, and necklaces.
Leather Jewelry Travel Case
For the Trip
I highly recommend this camera! Its so tiny and portable but takes amazing quality photos and videos. The camera “action pod” is actually detachable and can be magnetically mounted! Digital cameras are so hard to find, but I feel like this is an even...
Insta360 GO Ultra
GET THIS HAIR DRYER BRUSH!! It's so hard to find a hair dryer brush that is actually dual voltage! This worked perfectly!
Travel Blow Dryer Brush, Dual Voltage 110V-240V
I will absolutely be purchasing one of these as soon as possible. Voltage adapting is huge!!!!
Supersonic Travel Hair Dryer - Dyson
Best sneakers, hands down! I've tried several different pairs of shoes that have torn up my heels, these were the most comfortable by far! I've done 20,000 step days in these shoes with no issues at all. Also, super cute so they didn't ruin my outfit...
Reebok Club C 85 Vintage Tennis Sneakers Women
Get this fan. I do not need to elaborate further. I don't know what I would have done without these little fans.
Mini Handheld Fan, 3 Speeds, USB Rechargeable, Pink
To hold just the essentials! So you can be more hands free
Italian Leather Phone Wallet Crossbody
To make taking pictures so much easier! In Italy I felt like I was constantly going in and out of my bag to get my phone for pictures. Also doubles as pickpocket protection!
Italian Leather Phone Crossbody Case
Unfortunately, many major destinations are notorious for pickpocketing.
INICAT Anti Theft Crossbody Bag
I loved having a facial mist to revive my skin after long day trips! Especially in the heat, this was a great way to cool down and prevent any breakouts.
Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray 1oz
I prefer hand wipes to a liquid hand sanitizer! These were perfect, and didn't dry out my hands.
ALŌH Sweet Orange Bergamot Aloe Wipes 60ct
Doubles as an iron and a steamer! Saved a lot of my outfits since everything was wrinkled from the packing cubes!
Portable 1200W Handheld Fabric Steamer
You never know! This is super compact so it doesn't take up too much space to just throw in your bag for day trips.
TUMELLA Strong Windproof Compact Travel Umbrella
I loved having this on hand incase the hotel room didn't have great lighting or a mirror for getting ready.
Mocado LED Foldable Travel Makeup Mirror 5x7
Obsessed with these! I have in the color Rusty Brown
Ray-Ban Zuri Sunglasses
This camera strap saved my life during my vacations. I usually store my cameras in their cases when I'm done using them, but on my trips to Italy and London, I was constantly grabbing for my camera. This strap allowed me to just wear my camera hands ...
Universal Adjustable Slim Shoulder Sling Neck Strap for DSLR
The most comfortable sandal for long days with lots of walking! I was able to do 20,000+ step days in Italy with these sandals and my feet were completely unbothered! Also love the more neutral colors to match outfits better.
Birkenstock Arizona Slide Sandal
All of Quince's sunglasses are $50! And they're polarized.
Jude Polarized Acetate Sunglasses
Another cross body option with a little extra room for more items!
Italian Leather Woven Camera Crossbody
Tech
You will 100% need a portable charger with you. This one was great for phones that use Mag-Safe technology, no wires required! This charger lasted me my whole trip.
Anker MagGo 15W MagSafe Power Bank 10,000mAh
I've tried so many different tripods and this one is my favorite! Super easy to use and extends to be very tall.
ULANZI MT-44 Extendable Phone Tripod 59"
I like having a back-up memory card for my camera, just in case!
SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Card
220V to 110V Voltage Converter, US to Europe! I used in Italy.
Mapambo 220V to 110V Voltage Converter US to EU
Converter for my trip to London!
TESSAN US to UK Plug Adapter w/ 3 USB
Converter for my trip to Australia!
TESSAN AU Plug Adapter w/ 2 USB & 2 Outlets
Toiletries
I cannot shower without a loofah, so this is a great alternative for traveling. It dries quickly and is more hygienic!
Avilana Premium Silicone Body Scrubber
The BEST! The scent reminds me of vacation.
OUAI Body Cleanser, Travel Size
I like to have high quality shampoo and conditioner even when I'm traveling, I feel like this is a good mid-range brand and a good price point!
Kristin Ess Travel Size Shampoo & Conditioner
I like that this bag is flexible so you can definitely fit in a lot, but when it opens it has a lot of structure so you can easily reach everything!
BAGSMART Makeup Bag Travel Toiletry Bag
This is a random add, but I really recommend these towels. Sometimes you're limited on towels during travel or staying over a friend's house so you never know!
Clean Skin Club Clean Towels
I don't usually use makeup remover wipes because I know they're not the best for the environment, however I do like to use these for travel only! Especially since these are plant based and compostable!
Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes