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"Wow, why didn't I think of that." —you while reading this list
Promising review: "I purchased this for a trip to Cuba where I needed to carry all of the money I needed for that week in cash. Although I am not typically worried/normally cautious when traveling, the idea of carrying that much cash on me made me nervous. Traditional money belts/fanny packs just didn't seem like a fit for me. I was worried they would become uncomfortable in the hot sun. This security belt was perfect. It allowed us to carry most of they money for the trip hidden within the belt and carry in my purse on the money I needed for that day. It also worked like a breeze with no issues getting through security. I'm not sure how much I'll use this in the future, but it was perfect for our needs of a trip to Cuba." —fendi
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
Get it from Nordstrom for $38.
P.S. This also works just as great in cars for road trips!
Promising review: "Wow! A product that does what it says it will! I’ve found that the easiest way to be distracted during a flight is to watch movies. But holding up my phone for hours is frustrating. Enter Airhook. It's easy to use (I experimented with it before the flight) and held my device securely. There are less expensive phone holders, but they didn’t look like they’d hold the device if the seat back was jostled (i.e. the passenger in front of you suddenly reclines their seat). My only complaint is that it doesn’t store flat, so it takes a bit more space in my carry-on. A minor inconvenience. Otherwise, I’m very pleased with this purchase." —Wilson Moses
Get it from Amazon for $27.95.
These are made with natural tee tree oil, peppermint, ginseng, and oil and come individually wrapped, so they're super easy to stash in your carry on.
Promising review: "I purchased this product for a recent trip to China so that I could freshen up between flights and also so that I could clean-up as needed. I predominantly used these to wipe my body between my long-haul flight and my connecting flight to a local destination. This was a nice alternative to a shower when one simply wasn't available. It just made me feel cool, refreshed, and slightly de-scuzzed. I'd recommend them for this purpose. As they are perfumed, I wouldn't recommend using them as a toilet wipe for fear of throwing off a critical pH balance for women, but as an overall body cleaner, they are great. :)" —Magdalene Sikora
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $11.99.
All it is is a hood attached to a vest you wear under *any* jacket to protect yourself (and your hair) from whatever the weather has planned.
Promising review: "I am headed to Europe this summer with just a backpack. This is a great way to pack light but still be ready for unexpected showers. It is easy to put on and will pack up well. I love this product." —Krista
Get it from The Grommet for $24.95.
^ Yes, that is me sitting in a pool in Hawaii holding my Kindle over the water without fear or stress that if it falls in, it will break. Truly living my best life.
I've been an avid Kindle user for the past four years, but when I saw the new version, I knew it was time to upgrade. The main selling point is the fact that this one is waterproof. So waterproof, in fact, that it can be in up to 2 meters of fresh water for more than 60 minutes. Plus, it's lighter, has more storage, and the battery last for WEEKS. I took this on vacation with me and was so impressed. I was able to sit on the ledge in the pool and read without worrying about getting the device wet. And I even put it in the water to test, and it still works perfectly. Plus, I used it every day and didn't have to charge it the whole time I was on the trip. That gets a big gold star in my book.
Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (Available in 8GB and 32GB and in blue).
And it last for a long time! It will provide about 1,000 gallons of safe drinking water.
Promising review: "This thing is no joke! I took it backpacking in Maine's Bigelow range. When I ran out of the water I brought, I was A-OK with this. On top of one of the lower peaks, I drank from the most disgusting-looking crevice filled with brown scum. I thought, this is going to be safe, but taste horrid. WRONG. IT TASTED LIKE THE FRESHEST SPRING WATER, better than any tap. I'm from Maine, and I've tasted plenty of water right from mountain springs, so take my word for it. One note: it can be a little challenging to use at first. You have to start by soaking it; if it still doesn't work, blow into it a bit. Get one for your outdoor adventures, and one for your bug-out bag, which everyone should have in case of natural disaster." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $17.47.
This is seriously one of the softest suits I own. I love the bright colors, and it seriously fits so good. When I took it out of the package, the top looked a bit small to me (like I couldn't possibly fit in it!!), but when I tired it on, it fit perfectly and held everything in place. So far this summer I've only worn this to relax by the pool, but I can tell that it would also be great for water activities because I wouldn't be worried about it going anywhere.
Get the suit from Left on Friday: the top for $85 (available in sizes XS-XL and in three color ways) and the bottom for $85 (available in sizes XS-XL and in three color ways).
Promising review: "The best thing for traveling ever!! I have to have espresso every morning and most small hotels and gas stations don't have espresso coffee so this is perfect! Easy to use. The cleaning takes 30 seconds, just rinse with water and let it dry." —joanna alvarez
Get it from Amazon for $38.94.
Promising review: "This is awesome for travel, hiking, or camping. I took this with me to Belize for a month, and everyone there wants one now. It's completely lightweight, the hard plastic is easy to clean, and I would recommend to anyone—even for everyday use if you just want to use for loose tea or french press coffee. I LOVE it!" —Dragonfly88
Get it from Amazon for $7.86.
The slide is inside the sneaker and is easy to slip out and on your feet, so you can wear the sneakers on the plane or to walk around exploring and then transition to the slide when you head to the pool or the beach.
Get them from Goats for $110 (available in sizes 5-11 and in black and white).
Promising review: "This is an amazing product. It's so simple but works incredible to prevent swelling and pressure on legs while flying. I just flew the first leg of an international flight and used it, and I am on a layover now and had to pause to write this review. I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!! It easily attached to tray table, and I adjusted to my desired height. It is like a hammock for your feet. You just prop them up inside the thing/swing/hammock - which is very cushiony - and your feet are hoisted up comfortable. I'm a big girl and weight is no issue. DEFINITELY MUST HAVE ON ALL MY FLIGHTS NOW. This thing is great!!" —Queen
Get it from Amazon for $19.97 (available in black, purple, and blue).
Promising review: "This is a perfect bag for lots of travel and comes with a shoulder strap as well as a belt! The bag fit my phone, my passport, some cards, cash, and small hand sanitizer. There is an option to choose your belt size in which I chose a M that was a bit large for my 29” waist line. The clasp held strong for my whole week of travel. I used both the shoulder strap and belt which worked well!" —Ariana
Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in three sizes and six colors).
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $49.95.
Promising review: "Well this is the coolest thing ever! I travel quite a bit, and I usually don't take a bottle with me because they are big and bulky, and I usually loose it! This collapsible water bottle is a perfect traveling accessory. It stays collapsed until after security, and then i fill it up for the trip. It's a good size and fits in my side compartment in my travel backpack and the cap screws in securely so i don't have to worry about it opening accidentally and spilling all over the place. I follow the instructions on how to clean it and it works just fine." —M. Lyons
Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in eight colors).
Reviewers also say this is great to have during/after a natural disaster, including a hurricane.
Promising review: "I bought this for camping and road travel to keep electronics charged. I tried it out on a camping trip, and even in partial shade, it charged my smartphone enough to keep the charge level at full despite texting." —Amy K. Jones
Get it from Amazon for $139.99.
All you have to do is press the button and say what you want to say, and then release the button to hear it in either Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, or Japanese.
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $199.
Promising review: "This two-in-one travel straightener has both a flat iron and a curling iron feature. It is small, compact, and easy to carry. Most importantly, it is rechargeable (dual voltage), so you can use it anywhere outdoors and don't have to worry about the power situation." —eudora
Get it from Amazon for $44.99.
Promising review: "I recently purchased this blanket for a family vacation to Florida, and everyone LOVED it! It's lightweight, big enough for the whole family to lay out on, and the sand rolled right off. One of the things I loved most about it is that it rolled up super compact and light so it was easy to pack! When you are going to the beach with kids, you drag along a lot of equipment! It was nice that this was easy to pack and travel with. Fun fact: if you have one of those canopies to bring to the beach, this blanket fits perfectly under it!" —Megan
Get it from Amazon for $29.85+ (available in blue, pink, and white/blue).
Promising review: "I bought two of these for friends who ski and snowmobile together and with family. The phone cases are really well insulated. When they are able to get reception in the mountains their mobiles work perfectly because they have been protected. The colors are bright and easily seen in the snow. And there's room for ID." —Helen
Get it from The Grommet for $19.95.
Promising review: "I bought this bag for a trip and it worked like a charm! The quality of the material is outstanding, and the folding aspect made it extremely easy to store after I got home. I highly recommend this bag." —Caroline R.
Get it from Scout for $54 (available in eight patterns).
Promising review: "This is a wonderful travel mat. It folds and fits in a carry-on with no problems. Any light creases from travel fall out quickly. The grip is amazing, and the mat is easy to clean. Being a travel mat, it does not have much padding, but as a travel mat, I didn't expect it to. It works great on hotel room carpets. A few others have complained about the rubber smell. It was more faint than other new mats I have purchased in the past, and it went away quickly. I have taken multiple trips with it, and it is working well. I have had no issues with it at all." —V. Dellone
Get it from Amazon for $38.39+ (available in purple and gray).
It folds up so small that it was awarded a Guinness World Record in 2014 for most compact stroller. It can hold kids who weigh up to 55 lbs. and only weighs 9.5 lbs.
Promising review: "'What stroller is that?' The daily question we got during our recent trip to NYC. Great for folding quickly to get down subway stairs and on the plane. We didn't have to check it at the gate. I highly recommend it!!! My son is is 2 years old and big for his age (41 inches and 37 pounds). He fit comfortably in this stroller and even fell asleep a few times in it...in the middle of the NYC hustle and bustle! Oh and my husband LOVED it too!" —Jenna
Get it from Amazon for $199+ (available in four styles and eight colors).
Promising review: "I purchased this recently for a trip. It's a great compact roller. It's easy to use and carry with you. I was pleasantly surprised at how well the sticky sheets work! A bonus that it looks cool. I plan to keep it in my purse or car now!" —brittpro
Get it from Target for $6.99.
Promising review: "I have two of these, and they are amazing. The loop goes around the door handle and two thin metal prongs go in the crack of the door. If the door opens even a little, the prongs are separated, and it lets out the loudest, most obnoxious wailing sound in the history of the world. It's great for a single girl traveling on her own!" —Kelly
Get it from Amazon for $10.71 (available in blue and purple).
Promising review: "With three weeks of international travel coming up, I purchased these to combat swelling in my feet during the flights. I had noticed swelling after three hour domestic flights, so I was worried about what almost 30k miles would do! I wore these on every leg of the trip and never noticed any swelling — even after the 10-15 hour flights. They are very comfortable, too!" —J. Beaty
Get them from Amazon for $12.95+ (available in sizes S-XL and in 18 colors)
Check out our full review of these compression socks here.
Plus, it has a stretch silicone flap to wrap around a bag, bike, or stroller to secure it.
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $49.
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