Packing the right travel accessories can make all the difference.
There are so many great products available to make packing and traveling easier. From TSA approved carry-on toiletry bags to extension cords for your cruise cabin, check out all the products that are commonly forgotten but make traveling easier. Here are some of my must-have items for flying, cruising, and exploring.
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Never lose a piece of luggage again! Drop an AirTag in all of your checked bags to keep track of them no matter where you are in the world.
Link to Purchase: Apple AirTag
TSA has strict rules on what you can and cannot fly with. This toiletry bag is perfect for a stress-free travel day.
Link to Purchase: Toiletry Bag
Don't be the person trying to repack their luggage at the check-in desk because your bag weighs too much. Avoid that problem with this luggage scale!
Link to Purchase: Luggage Scale
Opens like a suitcase for easy packing, but with the convenience of backpack straps. This bag is the best kept secret for traveling without checking luggage.
Link to Purchase: Carry-On Backpack with Packing Cubes
Staying organized while traveling can be difficult. This handy pouch makes it so much easier to keep all of your electronics in easy reach.
Link to purchase: https://amzn.to/3tm329I
This neck pillow can be twisted in many different directions to provide you the most comfortable option for that in-flight nap.
Link to purchase: Neck Pillow
Many cruise cabins only have a few outlets in the cabin. Regular power strips may be confiscated on a cruise ship, so it is important to pack one that is cruise approved.
Link to purchase: Power Strip
Cruise ship cabins are small and sometimes lack usable storage. An over the door shoe organizer can be used for shoes, but its also a great place to store sunscreen, toiletries, and other small items.
Link to purchase: Shoe Organizer
Most cruise cabin walls are made from metal, so magnetic hooks are a great way to add extra storage!
Link to purchase: Magnetic Cabin Hooks
Luggage tag holders will help make sure that your luggage makes it to your cabin in a timely manner.
Link to purchase: Luggage Tag Holder
Your key card serves as your room key, on board payment method, and entry on and off the ship. Keeping your key card in a lanyard around your neck will help you keep track of it while out exploring.
Link to purchase: Key Card Lanyard
Cruise ships will have drink dispensers located around the cruise ship. The cups available are usually pretty small, so I love taking my own tumbler to fill up and carry around the ship.
Link to purchase: Insulated Tumbler
Towel clips are a life saver on windy days. There are many different kinds available, but I love these flamingo ones!
Link to purchase: Towel Clips
Cruise cabins are incredibly small. And there is nothing worse than being trapped in the cabin after someone has torn up the bathroom. Avoid the awkwardness with this before-you-go spray.
Link to purchase: Poo-Pourri
A hanging toiletry bag serves a dual purpose providing storage and organization.
Link to purchase: Hanging Toiletry Bag
This hamper folds flat for easy packing, and will fit even in the smallest corner of the cruise cabin. This is a must-have for my personal trips.
Link to purchase: Pop Up Hamper
Traveling with small children poses some unique challenges. This car seat folds up for easy transportation and storage when not in use.
Link to purchase: Diono Radian Carseat
This car seat travel bag is the best way to transport your car seat on a flight if you plan on checking the bag at the gate. The wheels make it super convenient to transport through the airport.
Link to purchase: Car Seat Travel Bag
Travel days can be hard for everyone, but especially young travelers. This suitcase gives little feet a break while also making it easier for Mom and Dad to keep an eye on the kids.
Link to purchase: Ride-On Suitcase
Travel days routinely have a ton of "hurry up and wait", which is extra hard on kids. Keeping a tablet with downloaded movies and games can help young ones entertained and happy during the down time.
Link to purchase: Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Tablet
For the person who loves reading and traveling, gift them with a light e-reader that is easy to read in direct sunlight. And the best part? This reader is waterproof - perfect for reading at the beach or in the pool.
Link to purchase: Kindle Paperwhite
Nothing is worse than a dead phone during a long travel day. Avoid that problem with this portable charger.
Link to purchase: Portable Charger
Giving a nice set of luggage to the travel enthusiast in your life is a great way to provide them with a practical gift that they will use for years to come. This is the set that I personally use, and it has held up for over 5 years now!
Link to purchase: Samsonite Omni PC
Capture all of your adventurous travels with a GoPro! This is the item that all travelers want, but won't buy for themselves!
Link to purchase: GoPro HERO12
Stay safe and stylish with this crossbody bag, the perfect travel companion to keep your valuables close at hand.
Link to purchase: Anti-Theft Crossbody Bag
Keep all of your identification documents close at hand and protected with a passport wallet!
Link to purchase: Passport Wallet
Document your travels and make future plans with a push pin travel map!
Link to purchase: Push Pin Travel Map
This travel backpack comes with a stuff sack for easy transportation, but expands out perfectly for day trips.
Link to purchase: Travel Backpack