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!

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 local library and they become immediately available on my device.

 

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

Raise your hand if you’ve ever shopped too much on vacation and then couldn’t zip your bag closed.

 

By adding a duffel bag to your carry on, you’ll always have a Plan B. This makes it easy to stash your new treasures for the trip home. Plus, it’s great to have handy for other duffel bag needs.

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!

This moisturizer is called the “Jet Lag Mask” and it’s incredible. Super hydrating but not greasy.

 

I apply it to my face right before and then after my flight. It is invisible and doesn't leave any sort of cast on the skin.

 

It’s the best product I’ve found to fight the dehydrating effects of an airplane!

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!

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.

Sorry if I sound like a broken record but: planes are dehydrating.

 

This is my favorite lip balm. I always keep one in my bag.

Sunscreen is a must-have on planes. UV rays on planes are even more intense than on land.

 

I slather this on my face, neck, and the backs of my hands. 

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.