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Full-Time Travel Essentials
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items As a full-time traveler, I've learned a LOT about packing smart for my lifestyle. This list may seem big but everything I included has a purpose and has continued to be useful over the past 2 years. Read through my notes to decide what YOU need for t...
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For The Plane
Organize Jewelry & Beauty
Packing/Clothes
My Fav Suitcases/Bags
Travel Comfort
Don't Get Robbed
For The Plane
Gotta be prepared for an easy flight
The ONLY travel neck “pillow” you need. It wraps around you like a tight scarf with built-in support. Your head isn't going anywhere
trtl Pillow - Soft Neck Support Travel Pillow
Beauty and medical-grade disenfectant. Prevent pimples, freshen up when you feel gross, and even disenfect your seat!
Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray 1 oz
Everyone's obsessed when I show them this phone stand. I keep it in my purse at all times. It's compact and holds your phone sturdy.
MOFT Phone Tripod Stand Selfie Stick Seafoam
Organize your meds for the flight without worrying about the hinge on traditional pill organizers breaking.
3 Color Portable 6-Compartment Pill Organizer
I don't have this yet but I'm INTRIGUED because I like that it attaches to the head rest. I've been really happy with my trtl neck scarf but this is one of the cooler neck support items I've seen
SARISUN 360° Travel Pillow with Eye Mask
I don't travel with this but I've used it in the past and it is really nice to rest your feet. Helps take pressure off your back
Airplane Foot Hammock with Adjustable Strap
Do not skip compression socks!! They are necessary. Every time I don't wear mine I regret it
LEVSOX Cotton Compression Socks 20-30mmHg
Organize Jewelry & Beauty
Keeping beauty, jewelry, and toiletries organized is a whole thing. It's taken me FOREVER to figure out a system, but I finally have.
This is the only solution I've found for traveling with earrings and necklaces. I used to just put them all in a bag and hope for the best. All the organizers on Amazon suck because they get bulky quickly and then don't close. These are thick reusabl...
GSXRB PVC Anti Tarnish Jewelry Bags 100pcs
These are the BEST bags. They're flexible, you can see inside, and they're lightweight so you're not lugging bulky organizers around.
6-Pack Mesh Makeup Bags Travel Zipper Pouches
It's really hard to find a set of 6 bottles that are big enough for a few weeks of product. All the other toiletry bottle kits on Amazon are either too small or only have 4/5 bottles. This kit holds a LOT.
Quatish 6 Pack 3oz Leakproof Travel Bottles
The pouches are sturdy so my sunglasses are protected even at the bottom of my bag
Double Eyeglasses Case Soft Zipper Pouch
You might think this is unnecessary, but I end up needing more earring backs constantly.
iBayam Silicone Earring Backs 1200 Pcs Clear
The double thread is a game-changer, plus they're vegan, cruelty-free, and have charcoal for teeth-whitening.
The Humble Co. Floss Picks 200 Ct Charcoal
I use these for two reasons: pimple patches and q-tips/cotton rounds – they are the PERFECT size container
AKOAK Clear Polypropylene Mini Storage Box, 4-Pack
Self-explanatory for the makeup girlies who have ever been in an Airbnb with terrible lighting
FUNTOUCH Rechargeable Travel Makeup Mirror 72 LED
Water flossers are life-changing, especially if you have a hard time flossing every night. I take this with me everywhere, and I specifically upgraded to this one because it has UV sterilization.
KIWIBIRD Mini Water Flosser Travel Cordless
This was my first splurge for my makeup and skincare. ✅ Pros: the bigger size holds everything - makeup on one side, skincare on the other. You never have to unpack all of your products, it folds open which is perfect for limited counter space. ❌ Con...
the bronze traveller
Packing/Clothes
Pack swimsuits/underwear in them, or just use them to separate delicates in the wash.
BAGAIL Mesh Laundry Bags for Delicates 5Pcs
Keep your dirty shoes away from your clean clothes! These bags are plastic and fold up really small, so I keep a bunch of these in my suitcase just in case I buy new shoes while I'm traveling.
COIDEA Waterproof Travel Drawstring Shoe Bags, 5 pcs
I've used this same laundry bag for 2 years now and it's perfect. It zips up really small when you're not using it and it holds a LOT. The handles make it easy to carry all your clothes to a laundromat.
2 Pcs JHX Travel Laundry Bags with Handles
Compact, super lightweight, and hold a lot. I got them because I kept buying bulky reusable grocery bags then leaving them behind in every Airbnb.
BeeGreen Foldable Reusable Grocery Bags 6-Pack
You only need one adapter for 6 electronics and you don't have to deal with a long power strip cord taking up room in your bag.
TROND Travel Power Strip 5ft, 3 AC & USB
I don't LOVE this cord organizer, but I've tried so many and it's by far my favorite. I use it for cords, battery packs, external hard drives, and SD cards.
FYY Travel Cable Organizer Bag Pouch Brown
Necessary for literally every single bag I own
Apple AirTag 2nd Gen 4 Pack - Key Finder
Replacement batteries for the Air Tags, I always keep these in my carry-on just in case
Duracell 2032 Lithium Battery, 4 Count
My Fav Suitcases/Bags
I'm loyal to my suitcase now, but I've been experimenting with carry-ons and daily bags. These are my current favs
I HATE clamshell suitcases, I'm convinced they don't hold very much. This is a trunk-style, hard-shell, expandable suitcase that holds SO much. I got rid of all my other suitcases after I got this one
Hanke 24" Hardside Expandable Luggage TSA
I wanted a light-weight, durable carry-on bag and this has been great! I pack the outside pockets full of shit and nothing every falls out. Plus I can fit all my toiletries, makeup, electronics, laptop, cords, etc. in the main compartment without it ...
BAGGU Small Cloud Carry-on
I've used this daily for 2 years. The zippers lock to the bag so you won't get pickpocketed. It holds a lot for a small bag, and it doesn't look too touristy because it's a Lululemon dupe
Anti Theft Fanny Pack Travel Waist Bag
Travel Comfort
Sleeping in random beds is a gamble, so this is how I make them feel more cozy. Plus, I'm not willing to sacrifice my hair and face because of shitty pillowcases.
Blissy 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase White
A cheaper alternative if you don’t want to splurge on Blissy
ZIMASILK 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase Queen
I love ice. I need ice. I frequently travel to countries that don't drink water with ice. So I bring my own ice trays that are lightweight and flexible.
Ice Cube Trays Set of 2, 15 Silicone Molds
Massage guns are never going to be LIGHT for travel, ya girl is in her 30's and my muscles need help, especially after long travel days! This is the most compact, affordable massage gun I could find.
arboleaf Mini Deep Tissue Massage Gun
Don't Get Robbed
Must-have items to stop pickpockets so you can enjoy your trip
We all need a cute going-out purse. This one is cute, light-weight, and has a lock for the zipper so nobody can get in. This is the only purse I travel with
Vantamo Crescent RFID Half Moon Clutch Purse
Obsessed with this bag. Light-weight, water-proof, lockable, holds a lot, and looks like the Lululemon crossbody bag except it's more protective.
Black Anti Theft Fanny Pack for Travel
This wrist strap has the best phone attachment piece (it's made of medal). Every other wrist trap I've tried (at least 5) have broken eventually but this one is holding up
saxsion Self-Locking Phone Lanyard Black
Lock your phone to the inside of your bag
ClutchLoop Anti-Theft Phone Tether with Locking Carabiner
Lock your zippers on any bag
Zpsolution Zipper Clip Theft Deterrent
Some people prefer the cross-body phone strap instead of the wrist strap!
2 Pads Adjustable Phone Lanyard + 2 Patch Tabs
I ONLY use this for flying. It's very touristy and bulky for daily use, but for flight days it holds everything and has a ton of compartments.
Travelon Anti-Theft Metro Waist Pack