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Travel Essentials (many destinations)
17
items I have indicated in the products what trip I used this on.
Trips:
-8 day trip to Barcelona and other parts of Spain. Traveled in late April
-7 day trip to Costa Rica (Late April)
Trips:
-8 day trip to Barcelona and other parts of Spain. Traveled in late April
-7 day trip to Costa Rica (Late April)
Sections
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Europe (Spain)
Items for all travel destinations
Costa Rica
Europe (Spain)
These items were great specifically for travel to Spain/Europe
I just spent 8 days in Spain and walked over 15K steps daily. I found these shoes to be so comfortable and cute! Perfect for my wide foot, a great alternative to other brands that don't come in wide.
(Spain, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
Women's KEEN KS86
These pants were so comfortable for a warm 65 degree day. Great pockets, fit a cell phone and change comfortably without falling out. I picked my pair up at Costco (no longer available), seems to be available at Walmart.
(Spain, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
G.H. Bass & Co. Ladies' Chino Pant
I brought a thin puffer coat from Uniqlo, but they no longer make out without a hood, so I cannot recommend the new one. I have used Patagonia products in the past so am willing to recommend them.
(Spain, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
Patagonia Nano Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket - Women's - Clothing
I brought an old linen scarf on my trip, too old to find a link. This one looks nice!
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
Beige 100% European Linen Scarf
Great travel plug converter as it folds up and has USB-C and USB plugs as well as outlets.
(Spain, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
HANYCONY Foldable EU Travel Plug Adapter
This T-shirt is a great layering piece. It is mostly cotton with a tiny bit of stretch, which is flattering to the body. I believe it says that it’s cropped, but if you have a short torso, it actually hits very nicely at the waist or hip. This is a s...
(Spain trip, late April)
(Spain trip, late April)
Mini T-Shirt | UNIQLO US
Items for all travel destinations
I brought this backpack in 17L with my camera gear. Love the feature that slips over my carryon bag.
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
Moment Everything Backpack - 17L & 21L - Olive / 17L
My Samsonite 4-way roller bag worked great. Mine is no longer available so here are a few ideas.
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
Hardside Luggage & Hardshell Suitcases
I have had this set of compression cubes for over two years and they are still brand new after many travels. I will use them compressed at times and also without compression. The bag for shoes is really handy for wet clothes or dirty clothes.
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
BAGSMART 6 Set Compression Packing Cubes
I travel with camera gear and I like to throw this everyday sling into my luggage for days when I don’t want to bring my backpack. This sling can also be transformed into a belt bag and it’s quite comfortable. I have brought it along on several trips...
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
Everyday Sling
I do love these smartwool low ankle socks. I have several pairs and I made to wear them during our trip. Sometimes these can be found at discount stores like Sierra Trading. I seek out thin merino wool socks as padded ones make it too bulky for me. I...
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
Run Low Ankle Socks
Headphones are a must if you enjoy listening to music from your device on flight or train ride. I prefer this style of headphone instead of in the ear pods. These headphones are comfortable and they hold their charge very well. They are not noise can...
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
(Spain, Late April)
(Costa Rica, Late April)
OpenRun
I picked up the set of three mesh pouches in the first image at my local Sierra Trading store. They seem to be last year‘s models so I am adding this year‘s mesh bags as well. I used these bags on my latest trip to Costa Rica to store small items su...
Travelon Set of 4 Gray Mesh Pouches 9.5x12.75
Costa Rica
So first of all I have to say I am NOT an Amazon affiliate but I have to share this sun hat because it was so helpful in keeping me protected from the sun in Costa Rica. I really liked that I could order a size that fits my (large-ish) head. I believe its marketed to men, but please, its 2026, anyone can order it too.
Oversized Sun Hat with Size selection
Just got back from a trip to Costa Rica and I needed higher SPF. This one did the trick. I have very sensitive and reactive skin, this one was perfect.
Ultra Sheer® Dry-Touch Oxybenzone-Free Sunscreen Lotion
My husband gifted me a Coolibar beach cover up for Christmas a year ago and I really put it to the test on my trip to Costa Rica. It was very helpful to have the sun protection and it kept me cool. The hood is key too, to keep the sun off your head. ...
Women's Beach Cover-Ups | UPF 50+ Sun Protection | Coolibar
So lips need SPF too. There are many tube style SPFs out there and they all taste like chemicals. Its really not pleasant to taste SPF chemicals. This NIVEA one has a slight taste but its the best of all I have tried. If you find a better one, please let me know.
NIVEA Smoothness Lip Care SPF 15, 6 Pack