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Travel Essentials for Work/Business and Leisure
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items My favorites and what I've got my eyes on as a frequent traveler. Criteria: Lightweight, portable, rechargeable, ergonomic, makes life easier.
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Luggage and Packing
Tech Accessories
Travel Outfits and Accessories
What's in my everyday carry tote bag
Toiletries/Dopp Kit
Luggage and Packing
These are the items I travel with for each trip.
Sturdy and reliable. Great for international travel. I've never had issues with the wheels or other hardware breaking. I use the Medium for most trips, since I can check my bags for free. Mine are pink and lavender for easy identification on the lugg...
Away
My favorite packing cubes. They have great structure, they're expandable and fit well in both my carry on and medium-sized luggage.
Thule Packing Cubes
Great quality, looks great, and has the functionality you need to help you have easy access to your items.
Premium Backpacks for Work & Adventure
Handy to have, and helps reduce plastic waste. I got mine in Australia and hold them in a plastic case.
Quatish Travel Utensils Portable Silverware Set
I have an older version of these that I pack to wear in hotel rooms so I don't have to walk barefoot on the floors. They're also great after a long day in uncomfortable shoes.
Ora Recovery Slide Sandal 3
Helps me keep track of my luggage and find it when the other tracking options don't work
AirTag
Affordable, packs down to nothing, and fits so much, has a luggage pass-through, and slides easily under most airplane seats (even when standing up).
Cloud Carry-On Black
Love this brush for quiet and beautiful hairstyling I can do in about 10 minutes! It smooths out my hair and makes it so shiny.
Infrared Thermal Bounce Brush | Smooth, Damage-Free Styling
Takes my medium-length hair from sopping wet to dry and blown out looking in about 15 mins flat. I carry the hair dryer attachment and the smaller barrels in a separate bag.
Dyson Airwrap™ multi-styler and dryer
I pack and unpack my suitcase on this so I don’t have to use my bed. It’s also nice to put one in your guest bedroom.
Luggage Racks
These let me easily slip my shoes and boots on and off, and they don't get loose. I want them for all my shoes.
Bread Elastic Shoelaces – Tie Once, Slip On
I love these for hanging up my pants for storage, and for hanging them while I steam them
Pant Hangers
Lifesaver for long walks through airports and wherever else, so you don't have to lug a bag. It also fits under the airplane seat.
Backpack Trolley Wheeled Cart with Strap
Must-have for helping you look put together in very little time. The reservoir holds a lot of water (I use bottled water) for batch steaming all your clothes. It's great for getting wrinkles out of your clothes in minutes, and works well for delicate...
Conair Turbo Extreme Steam Handheld Steamer
Essential for keeping the germs out. Just make sure you wash it frequently to prevent mold build-up in the mouthpiece areas.
Owala: FreeSip
Your shoes are dirty, and they shouldn't just be getting everything else in your luggage dirty.
Shoe Bags / Travel Accessories - Amazon.com
Tech Accessories
I always leave room (and weight) in my bags for these because they make working more comfortable. They're also nice for working in other areas when you can't/don't want to be at your desk.
My favorite keyboard for travel; it's so quiet with the Blush switches. It fits perfectly over my MacBook Pro's keyboard, but not quite on my Lenovo's.
NuPhy Air75 V3
Love this for the low price point and not having to hear the sound of my mouse clicking. Your colleagues and the people around you will appreciate you for this.
M330 Silent Plus Wireless Mouse - Quiet Clicks | Logitech
Great for carrying my charging cables and accessories.
Shop All Pouches | Aloha Collections
Great for blocking out noise and taking calls discreetly while in busy settings.
AirPods Pro 3
I used to carry around a pocket tripod for FaceTime calls and photos/videos, and this has been such a great solution for me. I've had it for a year and a half, and it still works perfectly. I love how compact it is and it doesn't take up room when I'...
MOFT Phone Tripod Stand Selfie Stick iPhone
I need these for the plane, and they help me with noisy distractions throughout my travel day to keep me sane. The noise cancellation works great, and they're comfortable on my ears for longtime wear. I like how easily they connect and switch between...
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Wireless
These are very durable and the different colors help me identify them more easily. I always have several that I carry with me.
Anker Silicone USB-C cables
I love how lightweight and portable this laptop stand is. Everyone asks me about it. It's been very durable and folds down flat to store easily in any bag. It helps bring my laptop up to eye level so my neck and shoulders don't hurt. I bring it to me...
Oripura Laptop Stand – Design Within Reach
My favorite find! It's so lightweight and great for charging my watch on long flights. I love that I can just throw it in my bag.
Anker MagGo UFO 3-in-1 MagSafe Qi2 15W Charger
Travel Outfits and Accessories
Products I've found perfect for layering, comfort, breathability (keeping me from sweating and smelling badly), durability, and comfort.
Packable and keeps me warm without taking up too much space.
Shop Women's Vests | UNIQLO US
So comfortable for changing into after a long day.
Women's Joggers & Straight Leg Sweatpants with Pockets
My favorite travel outfit for warmer destinations.
Sporty, Athletic & Active Dresses
Lightweight and quick drying, which is great for packing to work out in the hotel gym or going on a hike/run outdoors.
Women's Running Shorts, Tops, Hoodies & Apparel
Great thin socks for dress shoes, and they're machine washable. I hang them up to dry. They quality is excellent and I always get a lot of compliments on them.
3 Pairs Floral Lace Sheer Ankle Socks
Lightweight and quick drying for those long travel days
Patagonia Capilene | REI Co-op
Look smart while feeling comfortable.
Wide Leg Elastic Waist Trousers - Black - Beyond Yoga
Looks more put together than jean shorts
Mid Rise Pleats Status Shorts - Khaki - Beyond Yoga
These look like the Hoka Recovery Slides I love but can't find on sale anymore. I saw that they were recommended by a podiatrist.
KuaiLu Womens Recovery Sandals Plantar Fasciitis
My favorite casual dressy sneaker ever. No break-in period, and the comfort of a Birkenstock footbed. I have a wide forefoot with bunions and they have a wide width that fits me well. I can travel all day long with these and my feet don't hurt.
Women's Birkenstock Bend Sneaker Suede - Zappos.com
My favorite everyday shoe for spring/summer, since I don't need to wear socks with them. They're butter soft throughout and fit my bunion-y, wide forefeet well without hurting them. They have more support than the average flats.
MEXICO 66 TGRS | Onitsuka Tiger Official Website
I put these in my checked bag for very cold places and just fly with a vest or light jacket to make it easier
Shop Women's Lightweight Puffers | UNIQLO US
Elevated athleisure
Women's Pants: Wide Leg, Trousers & Dress Pants
What's in my everyday carry tote bag
I like a good tote because it's helpful for quickly tossing things in to get ready for the TSA line. It's also nice for setting my drink inside if I need an extra hand.
Lightweight and packable bags I always carry with me
Baggu
Lightweight and affordable, and they have models that fit my small nose bridge
goodr sunglasses
Easy to throw everything inside, and low profile/soft enough to squeeze into any space. I wish it had more structure, but I love the other features enough that I can deal with it for now.
Shop Tote Bags (Splash-Proof®) for Women | Beach & Travel Totes
My favorite hand sanitizer! They smell great, are refillable, and are small enough to fit in my pocket. I have one for every bag I carry.
Noshinku Refillable Hand Sanitizer 3-Pack
Lightweight and durable bags for keeping my small things organized
Pouches and Cases - BAGGU
Fits more than 3 cards (some cash and business cards, too), durable, and MagSafe! I don’t ever lose it.
Moft Wallet - Amazon.com
I like a tote with a zipper so I can easily throw everything inside, then zip it up for the TSA line
Leather Tote Bag | Portland Leather Goods
Toiletries/Dopp Kit
Pro tip: Don't overfill your toiletries, or they'll leak/explode due to the altitude pressure.
Easy to pack and fits a lot of toiletries. The shape makes it easy to fit in a lot of spaces without being too bulky.
Dopp Kit | Compact and Organized Travel Bag
Lightweight and easy to pack; charges last a while, too.
Philips One Electric Sonicare Toothbrush & Travel Case
Makes my hair appear invincible, even when I'm traveling to humid places!
Dream Coat Supernatural Spray | The #1 Anti-Frizz Treatment
My favorite to finish my styling for soft and shiny hair. It smells nice and subtle, too.
SMOOTH.AGAIN
Like a big hug for my hair after a little air dry and smells amazing
YOUNG.AGAIN
Great for skincare products like lotions and essences.
3pcs 20ml Sterile Airless Pump Bottles Travel
Very gentle but effective face wash
Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser
HSA/FSA approved and great for long travel days.
The #1 reusable menstrual disc in the U.S. - Flex
Great for keeping makeup and toiletries organized. You can also use these for organizing other small items and accessories.
Travel Makeup & Toiletry Organization at The Container Store
Great option if you're hiking/camping or your lodging doesn't have clean towels
Matador Nanodry Towel | REI Co-op