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I live out of a suitcase every other week: travel essentials
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items For the last three years, I’ve traveled for work for a week or two at a time and have finally nailed down my essentials for life on the road and in a hotel.
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Travel Essentials
I never travel without this pillowcase and a backup! I have the Charcoal set. Washes and hang dries nicely. Gentle on my skin and my hair. I didn’t believe the hype at first, but I won’t go back to any other pillowcase.
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My favorite duffel bag, hands down. The perfect duffel for travel as a carry on and can double as a gym bag. I have this in black. Sometimes I put it inside my suitcase to have as a spare bag. I have the regular sized and plan on purchasing the large...
Luka Duffel
Game changer to keep your hair healthy and out of your way while doing your make up. I bring mine on the road with me so I don’t have to use hotel towels on my head.
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This make up bag is bigger than I expected, but it can fit both my makeup and toiletries. Very sturdy and high quality with zippered compartments and a mesh pocket.
Makeup & Toiletry Bags
I have this exact Blender Bottle in multiple colors; easy to throw in my duffel or suitcase for hydration or shakes on the go.
BlenderBottle Pro Series Odor-Resistant Shaker Cups
Absolute game changer for doing laundry on the road. Takes up hardly any space in your suitcase and no messy detergent spilling all over your luggage. Rip a sheet in half for a smaller load, double up for a larger load.
Earth Breeze
Expandable hard shell suitcase with 360 wheels. More affordable compared to other name brand suitcases; I have the large size in black.
Hardside Luggage & Hardshell Suitcases
I take this cooler with me on every road trip. Good zipper quality, keeps all of my prepped food and beverages cold. Easy to wipe down and clean. Comes with a chapstick tube of emollient to keep the zipper in good shape.
Hopper Flip® 8 Soft Cooler
Game changer for keeping my suitcase organized. Good zipper quality and storage; I have 2 sets of these that have kept their shape for over 5 years. I like that you can see through part of the cube so you know what you packed.
eBags Classic Medium 3-Piece Packing Cubes
Heats up quick and doesn’t water stain clothes. Fits nicely in my carry on, duffel or suitcase. Easy to clean. I’ve had this one for years and it’s still going strong.
HiLIFE Portable Handheld Clothes Steamer 240ml
Perfect for anyone who ends up packing their whole closet for travel. Your clothes will stay wrinkle free as long as you fold them nicely. Comes with a hand pump to remove the air and seal tight!
20 Pack Vacuum Storage Space Saver Bags
I never thought I needed AirTags until I loved having the peace of mind that I can always know where my luggage is. These make a great gift as well!
AirTag
A pack of 100 compressed toilet paper tablet aka this will last you forever. All you need is one little tablet and a few drops of water to get a full-sized moist cloth. Pretty durable and easy to pack in a suitcase.
Portawipes Coin Tissues 100 Pack with 2 Cases
Sponges that are dried out and compressed until you add water to use them! I use these to remove make up primarily.
50-Count 100% Natural Cellulose Facial Sponges
I’ve had my OG Stasher for almost 10 years when the company started. Easy to store cut up fruit, veggies, meat or leftovers. I toss these into my Yeti Cooler when I’m traveling. Dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe.
Stasher Bags
Cannot and will not sleep without my rain sounds at night for years now. Small enough to take with you on the go. Adjustable volume knob. Plug it in and it’s ready to use.
Homedics SoundSleep White Noise Machine
I love listening to music while I get ready or shower. Super easy to throw this speaker in your suitcase. Good battery life and sound quality for the size of it.
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A must have whether you’re flying or walking around a city or somewhere that kills your phone battery. Lightweight, compatible with multiple devices and has a USB port. You can plug this directly into the wall as well
VEGER Power Banks & Wireless Chargers
I have a set of these compression packing cubes alongside my regular ones to save space in my suitcase. If you fold your clothes properly, these will flatten and keep everything nicely organized.
Packing cubes
A must have; a lot less cluttered than putting my skin and body care in plastic bags and hoping they don’t leak everywhere.
TRANOMOS 10 Pack Silicone Bottle Covers
Portable lock for hotel rooms to add an extra layer of security if you’re traveling solo.
Portable Door Lock for Travel & Home Use
I hate to admit how much I like this hair dryer. My hair dresser introduced it to me and it’s an investment piece for someone who is looking to take care of their hair and blow dries their hair frequently. I have long and fine hair and it dries it qu...
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Versatile stackable containers that I personally use for protein powder, creatine, and other supplements. Dishwasher safe and the top part is a funnel which I love. I throw this in one of my duffels or gym bag.
Ysglory 3-Pack Protein Powder Storage Container
I have sensitive skin so I opt to not use hotel towels when removing make up or washing my face. These are gentler than wash cloths and don’t harbor bacteria like towels too. I usually will split them in half to get double the use!
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Calling all solo road trippers, this is a game changer if your car battery dies and you aren’t able to find someone to jump you. This doesn’t require another person or car. Make sure this is compatible with your vehicle before buying!
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Healthy Travel Snacks
Easy 15-17g protein per pack. Eat solo or with crackers, toast or veggies like celery or bell peppers. Great to throw in your carry on or suitcase.
Tuna, Salmon & Premium White Chicken Pouches
Variety of flavors and an easy 10 g of protein. Simple ingredients.
Meat Sticks | No Sugar, Gluten-Free & High Protein Sticks
My favorite packaged overnight oats. I throw these in my Yeti Cooler; my favorite flavors are apple cinnamon and blueberry. I’ll top with almond butter for healthy fats.
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Almond butter packets to go. Easy to pair with a piece of fruit, celery, or spread on toast.
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GoMacro bars are one of the few bars that actually taste good. They are heavier in carbs than protein, so I’ll eat them if I’m on the run and need something higher calorie and satiating. I like the oatmeal chocolate, banana nut, coconut butter + choc...
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Protein Bars