41 Travel Products To Make The Journey Easier

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Anti-pickpocketing clips to keep your zippers in place and immune to sticky fingers. You'll still have to be alert, but maybe you can now stop hugging your backpack like a baby while you waddle through town.
A refillable soap dispenser that turns almost any disposable water bottle into a portable sink. This'll be super helpful at playgrounds, gas stations, or other places where hand sanitizer is simply not enough.
A viral "Soft" perfume in a convenient rollerball style so you can still smell good, even if your carry-on bag doesn't have room for an entire fragrance bottle. Reviewers compare this $5 scent to caramel, lemon cupcakes, warm vanilla scones, and cotton candy.
A luggage strap to hold extra essentials like jackets, hats, and additional bags. Just clip on the heavy-duty carabiner and suddenly gain an extra hand while traveling. So simple, so reliable, so genius!
A *foldable* wide-brim hat because aren't you sick of having to buy a new one on every vacation? This paper straw fedora rolls up neatly, so you can bring it on all your future warm-weather adventures.
A set of Tide sink packs if you're adamant about only bringing a carry-on but also adamant about not wearing dirty socks. Now you can wash your clothes in the hotel sink and avoid wasting valuable vacation time at the laundromat.
A convertible duffel bag with a garment bag lining so you can carefully pack your nice dress or suit without *shudder* having to fold it. You don't have to lug around a separate garment bag *or* arrive at your next shindig in wrinkly finery — you're welcome!
A pair of spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers so food can actually make it into your toddler's mouth instead of, say, the car floor. The BPA-free, dishwasher-safe cups have handles and soft flaps that allow for easy grabbing.
A crossbody bag designed to keep your water bottle upright and in arm's reach while you're out exploring. And don't worry about having to bring another bag: There's also a front zippered pocket to hold all your nonhydrating stuff.
A teeny-tiny umbrella that will take up so little room in your bag, you'll be like, "Why not?" It won't stand up to a monsoon, but you can count on it for unexpected drizzle or harsh sunlight (UPF 50, baby!).
A Cincha travel belt so you can take a load off your tired shoulders. The Shark Tank-famous strap attaches your tote, backpack, or weekender to the top of your wheeled suitcase. Unlike a run-of-the-mill belt, this one has an elastic slip that fits securely around most trolley handles, so it won't fall as you run to catch your flight.
A hair tie keychain that fits up to three elastics and takes up exactly zero bag space because you can clip it anywhere. Bon voyage, annoying indents on your wrists!
A satin-lined Hairbrella perfect for the rainy season. It'll keep your hair protected from rain, humidity, and anything else that's out to ruin your perfect hairdo. When the sun reemerges, the Hairbrella folds up neatly into a pouch small enough to throw in your bag.
A set of packing cubes that will bring peace and order to your messy luggage. They provide space for enough clothing to last a 14-day vacation!
A 2-in-1 hair tool capable of both curling *and* straightening so you only have to bring one device on your next trip. AND it's dual-voltage so you can bring it abroad. Great hair knows no borders.
Or a foldable hair dryer so you can have your most essential hair tool nearby without sacrificing your entire carry-on. Reviewers say this dual-voltage gadget works just as well as the full-sized version.
Snack containers with four compartments so you can set yourself up with one of those "cheese boards" they offer in first class. Fill 'em up with cheese cubes, salami slices, veggies, hummus, candy, or whatever you'd like! It's your adult Lunchable to customize however you see fit.
A portable espresso maker so you can enjoy a nice hot drink while enjoying the view (whether that's from on top of a mountain or a motel room).
A gel lint roller designed to fit in the palm of your hand, making it easy to throw in a bag for quick refreshes. It's reusable (just wash the lint and fur off), making it way more convenient than a paper roller, too.
Freshees, disposable toothbrushes that come with lil' bubble of minty gel, plus a flosser and toothpick — a one-stop shop for freshening up your breath on the go! The gel has an anti-foaming formula, so you don't need to spit or rinse after brushing.
A bendy pillow capable of contorting itself to meet your ever-changing needs. Neck rest? No prob. Pillow to keep your face off the gross bus window glass? Of course!!! Round pillow to make sleeping on your cousin's floor more bearable? Almost!
A cocktail tin with everything you need (syrup, bitters, mixing tools, etc.) to make an amazing drink — just add an airplane bottle, and you're basically an in-flight bartender.
An airplane window tray to hold your drinks and phone when you want to keep your tray table up or free to hold your laptop. Time to play Stardew Valley for 13 hours! :)
A pack of Neutrogena makeup remover towelettes sooo much easier to pack than a giant bottle of cleanser. They're compact and won't leak all over your stuff, so you might as well throw a bunch in every bag.
A TSA-approved 16-piece travel toiletries set with a whole slew of different mini containers for every toiletry you can think of. It comes with pre-printed labels and little spatulas to make transferring your various goos a lot easier and more organized.
OR! If you're packing full-sized toiletries (fancy), LeakLocks Toiletry Skins you can pull over the tops of your bottles just like a— never mind. Like that thing we're not thinking about, these will protect your luggage from unwanted spills.
Orrr travel bottles with built-in pumps for an elevated showering experience. They come in a grippy travel case to keep them secure. Your fancy shampoo and conditioner deserve nothing less.
An LED neck reading light to illuminate your current vacation read without bothering the sleeping people around you, whether it's on a plane or in a small hotel room.
A teeny-tiny razor for travelers who like to shave on the move. The kit comes with an extra five-blade razor and a travel case.
A portable USB-C phone charger so you can watch Law and Order: SVU for the entire trip without Stabler and Benson having to come figure out why your phone died. The slender design is meant to fit flush with your phone, so you don't have to worry about a cumbersome device getting in the way of traveling.
A travel-sized Bounce wrinkle release spray to freshen up clothing after it spent a few hours jammed in your suitcase. The 3-in-1 formula straightens out wrinkles, deodorizes, and removes static with just a few spritzes. More than a hotel iron could do, thank you.
A roll of aloe wrap perfect for anyone who gets a lil' too excited on vacation and forgets the sunscreen. The hydro-gel wrap is infused with aloe vera, green tea, and vitamin E to help soothe and moisturize sunburnt skin and prevent excessive peeling. Just slap these forbidden Fruit Rollups wherever needed and marinate for 20-40 minutes for best results.
A school-inspired 4-in-1 makeup pen with everything you need — eyeliner, highlighter, lip liner, and eyebrow filler — so you can free up some space in your bag.
A digital luggage scale so there are no surprises when it's time to check your bag. Nothing more annoying than having to wear three sweaters and two hats while carrying an extra pair of shoes onto your flight.
A wireless transmitter that'll connect your AirPods (or any other wireless headphones) to the headphone jack on the flight so you can get access to the free entertainment without having to use those tinny-sounding earbuds they offer during flights.
A set of Sea Bands for anyone still working on getting their sea legs. They apply pressure to a specific acupoint on your wrist, which many reviewers say is the key to a successful, barf-free boat trip.
Tower 28's daily facial spray designed to balance skin pH and help minimize irritation, redness, and flare-ups. It's perfect for giving your skin a reset after many hours locked into a stale-aired metal box with 300 or so people. It's the next best thing to the hot washcloths you've seen get passed around at the front of the plane.
A seat extender that'll let your little one stretch out and even take a nap. The hammock-like device unfolds from a travel bag and buckles onto the chair and tray table arms. Oh, to be tiny enough to lie down in a single airplane seat.
A tray table cover so all your snacks, books, devices, and other essentials are within easy reach. Not everyone can afford a fancy seat with extra storage room in the armrest, but anyone can get creative.
An in-flight foot hammock that hangs on the arms of your tray table so you can kick your feet up and pretend you have the ability to stretch out. Many reviewers (especially the vertically challenged) say it helps with soreness and swelling on long flights.
Or an inflatable footrest you can adjust to three different heights to create a more comfortable seating arrangement. It can be compressed and fits into a drawstring bag so you don't have to worry about it taking up all the space in your backpack. Speaking on things you don't have room for, reviewers say it's easy to blow up and deflate without a pump!