10 Travel Items I Can't Live Without

I used to hold my phone during flights to watch TV shows. Not ideal! It hurt my neck.

This little phone holder is now a permanent resident in my carry-on bag. On almost every flight, someone nearby asks where I got it because they want one too!

When I look into my travel bag and see a jumble of cords ... I feel stressed.

This handy little organizer has eliminated that problem. Plus, now I never wonder where my charger is.

I always travel with a reusable water bottle, but I'm picky about the style. I can't risk having it open in my bag and soaking everything inside!

That's why I love this Owalla option. 30oz, locks shut, and easy to clean.

Have you ever forgotten to bring a travel adapter when traveling internationally?

I avoid that easy mistake by always storing one of these in my carry-on! That way, I reduce my chance of accidentally forgetting it. 

Not just for travel days, this little charger has been a lifesaver on multiple occasions. It’s so slim, it fits easily into even my smallest bag.

I love that I’m never caught with a dying phone!

I put AirTags in my luggage, passport holder, and wallet. That way, if I ever misplace one of these items, I will have real-time updates on its location. This is especially important if an airline ever loses a checked bag!

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Small investment that can prevent a major travel headache!

Have you ever been in the customs line to re-enter the United States after a great trip abroad?

Isn’t it astonishing how a 2–3 hour line can make that beautiful vacation feel like a distant memory?

Global Entry is now a travel non-negotiable for me because it also includes TSA PreCheck. It has saved me hours as well as stress. Plus, so many credit cards offer reimbursement for this benefit!

As a book nerd, my Kindle has been life-changing. I used to pack multiple books for vacation (heavy and space-consuming).

Now, my whole library in one place. Also important to note, I can borrow Kindle books from my library.

No more time-consuming trips to the library while in the rush of travel prep!

I used to find that my ankles and feet swelled up on long flights.

Now, I always try to wear compression socks on flights. Not only does it prevent swelling, it more importantly prevents blood clots. These are effective, comfortable, and affordable.

I used to think packing cubes were silly. But once I tried them ... I realized their value!

They keep my outfits organized and help me separate clean from dirty throughout my trip. A real game-changer.