Traveling should be fun, not a hassle. As a person who travels a minimum of 5-6 times a year, when I hadn't made enough research, travelling and packing especially was a TRUE headache. With travelling more and seeing my misses and hits, I wanted to share my experience with more people so I can make it easier for you too. These essentials are my personal tried-and-true picks to make your j...
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Packing Superstars✨
Comfort Must-Haves 🪽
Hygiene Essentials🫧
Skincare & Beauty Picks 💄
Tech & Gadgets 🎧
Food & Hydration ☕️
Packing Superstars✨
Let’s start with the basics: keeping your stuff organized is half the battle.
These are life-changing. You can separate your tops, bottoms, and undies. No more digging through chaos.
Packing Cubes : Travel Accessories - Target
Perfect for bulky stuff like jackets. They squish everything down and save SO much space.
Ziploc Vacuum Seal Bags - Target
Lightweight, durable, and fits perfectly in overhead bins. Bonus: it rolls like a dream.
Great for day trips or extra shopping bags. Folds tiny, but opens up big.
Travel - Baggu
Keeps all your products in one place and hangs on any bathroom hook for easy access.
Travel in Style with Our Hanging Toiletry Bags for Women - bagsmart
Compact and doubles as a portable washer. Perfect for trips over a week.
Laundry Mesh Bag - Target
For chargers, cables, and earbuds. No more tangled messes in your bag.
Storage Bag - Anker US
Comfort Must-Haves 🪽
You’ll thank yourself later for packing these. Travel is exhausting, but these keep you feeling good.
I'll always keep recommending this, not your average neck pillow; it wraps around like a scarf and actually supports your head.
Trtl Travel Neck Pillow
Amazing for long flights. Helps prevent swollen feet and keeps circulation going.
Compression Support Socks
Super soft and blocks out all light. A lifesaver for flights or naps on the go. I especially recommend the Mavogel one.
Eye Masks For Sleep
Essential if you’re staying somewhere noisy or sitting next to a loud crowd.
Mack's Ear Plugs
Compact but cozy. Perfect for cold flights or chilly evenings.
Travel Blankets
Foldable and perfect for planes or hotels. Keep your feet comfy and germ-free.
RockDove : Women's Slippers
I never thought I’d need this, but it’s a game-changer in hot destinations.
Mini Pocket Fans
Hygiene Essentials🫧
Because feeling fresh while traveling is non-negotiable.
Sleek, battery-powered, and comes with a little case.
Quip Toothbrush
Perfect for those no-time-to-shower moments. Makes your hair smell and look fresh.
Batiste : Mini Dry Shampoo
Gentle but effective, especially after a long day.
Neutrogena : Face Cleansing Wipes
Compact, smells amazing, and doesn’t dry out your hands.
Touchland - Hand Sanitizer Spray
Space-saving and eco-friendly. Plus, it smells divine.
Shampoo Bars and Solid Shampoo - Ethique
Natural, aluminum-free, and comes in yummy scents.
Mini Deodorant | Travel Size | Native
Perfect alternative to tubes and takes up no space.
Tablet : Toothpaste
Skincare & Beauty Picks 💄
Travel shouldn’t mean neglecting self-care!💋
Easy to apply, no spills, and gives your skin a little glow.
Supergoop! Glow Stick SPF 50 Sunscreen and Highlighter
Hydrating with a tint of color. Perfect for dry airplane air.
Lip Glowy Balm in Fun Flavors | LANEIGE
Lightweight and has SPF, so it’s perfect for daily use.
CeraVe Face Moisturizer with Sunscreen, AM Facial
Feels SO refreshing after hours of travel.
Evian Facial Spray
Covers up those jet-lagged under-eye circles in seconds.
Radiant Creamy Concealer - NARS Cosmetics
Small, lightweight, and has everything you need.
Instant Face Beauty Kit | Charlotte Tilbury
Tiny but works just like a full-sized razor.
Venus Mini Extra Smooth On The Go Women's Razor
Tech & Gadgets 🎧
Stay connected and entertained with these essentials.📱
Lightweight and charges your phone 2-3 times.
Anker 313 Power Bank (PowerCore 10K)
The classic, compact AirPods. Honestly I prefer them to my Sony Headphones since these are smaller and also have noice cancellation, but I'll list those too.
Apple Airpods Pro 2 With Active Noise Cancellation
Blocks out airplane noise and sounds amazing.
Sony Wh-1000xm5 Bluetooth Wireless Noise-canceling Headphones
Works in every country and has USB ports for charging multiple devices.
EPICKA
A whole library in your hand. Plus, it’s easy on the eyes.
Kindle Paperwhite : Tablets & E-Readers
Great for taking photos or videos without asking a stranger.
Mini Tripods for Phones & Cameras | JOBY
Pop this in your luggage, so you never lose track of it.
Tile Mate - Bluetooth Key Tracker & Finder
Turn any hotel TV into a smart TV.
Discover Roku Express: HD Streaming Device for TV. Low Cost.
Food & Hydration ☕️
Because hangry and dehydrated is not a vibe, even less during a long uncomfortable flight.
Saves space in your bag and keeps you hydrated.
Collapsible Water Bottle
Compact and handy for eating on the go.
Humangear Gobites Trio Fork, Spoon And Knife Travel Utensils
Filling, tasty, and packed with protein.
RXBAR : Protein Bars
Great for rehydrating after long flights or hot days.
Liquid I.V.
Keeps your coffee hot or your iced tea cold.
All Insulated Travel Mugs - Contigo
Eco-friendly and perfect for packing your favorite snacks.
