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1. An in-flight phone mount that can attach to the back of the seat in front of you *and* to your suitcase, so you'll be prepared to binge your favorite show for long flights or during those layovers that never seem to end.
Promising review: "I travel for a living and fly often. I regret not buying this in the beginning when I started traveling. I can clip it to the back of the seat in front of me and also on the windows. It is small enough to fold up and fit in my pocket. This is random but related — if you are sitting in an exit row on an airplane you cannot clip this to the window until the plane is in the air — other than that they do not care it is clipped to the window during the flight. Highly recommended." —Chrissie Jo
Get it from Amazon for $12.97 (also available in a set of two).
2. A Trtl neck pillow that's less bulky than a traditional neck pillow so it'll easily fit in your carry-on and you won't have to worry about unpacking and repacking your whole bag when you want to take a mid-flight nap.
Promising review: "I am a terrible flyer who recently took the red-eye from Dubai to Chicago (15 hours). The Trtl pillow was a mini lifesaver! I was able to comfortably rest my head on the support and felt warm enough to actually doze off....a rare accomplishment for this skittish flyer. The Velcro works wonderfully with regards to adjustment, and I liked wrapping the fabric around my mouth and nose. Sort of felt cozy...even if I did look like a ninja in a neck brace! Overall, this product has changed the way that I fly, and I am so thankful for this invention and the opportunity to support a small company with big ideas." —S.Viruly
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in four colors).
3. A travel-sized tube of Soap & Glory hand cream made with shea butter and almond oil because planes are extremely dry, and you don't want to deal with flaky, itchy skin on your trip.
4. A digital travel scale, so you don't have to dread getting your bag weighed at the airport only to find out it's 56 pounds and not 50, and then you have to carry your ginormous size-10 platform sandals in your purse the whole flight. (I may be speaking from personal experience here.)
Say goodbye to overweight fees since this scale can hold up to 110 pounds. It also features a blue LED backlight for those early morning travels.
Promising review: "For years we used a regular scale. We would weigh ourselves then attempt to lift the bag and step on the scale. Not easy sometimes. But with this scale you just attach to the handle and lift. Weight is easy to read on this scale. Don’t know how we lived without it." —Karen
Get it from Amazon for $20.99.
5. An affordable pair of wireless Bluetooth earbuds that come with a charging case because nobody wants to be tethered to the back of the seat in front of them and have to unplug from their movie every time someone in the window seat needs to get up to use the bathroom.
Promising review: "These are the first pair of wireless buds I have purchased, previously using only the single over ear type pieces. I expected to have difficulty pairing, but these paired first time super easy. The volume and sound is significantly better than my old style. Nice little charging and travel case, and a variety of sizes of silicone buds to fit your size/preference. Update — after using these a few weeks I am still very pleased with this earbuds. Good value for the price!" —J. L. Hoover
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in five colors).
6. And an AirFly Pro wireless transmitter so you can actually use those headphones on the in-flight TV because this is the place where you can binge literally hours of reality television and nobody will bat an eye (although, I do this on the ground as well).
Promising review: "Worked beautifully on a recent eight-hour flight from New York City to Frankfurt! Really easy to pair with my Bose noise-canceling earbuds and charges quickly. The sound quality was excellent. I'm so excited about this product that I'm going to buy one for each of my family members!" —emily p murray
Get it from Amazon for $54.99.
7. A cushioned sleep mask with contoured eyecups that's basically like your own personal blackout curtain. This thing will also ensure that you don't have too much pressure on your eyes while you snooze during your flight.
8. A super lightweight and compact external battery so you don't have to worry about any of your devices dying mid journey and having to read a book like a nerd (just kidding).
Promising review: "So far so good. I've used it a couple of times and I've been able to charge my iPhone 6S at least three times with one charge. I really like how the light tells you how much power is still left. It's also pretty small so it doesn't take up a lot of space. Update: I’ve had this for like two years now. Still works great! I’ve taken it on so many trips. I’ve been able to charge my iPhone, and GoPro batteries all with one charge. This thing has been a great purchase." —Sway
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in four colors).
9. A tri-fold travel wallet with tons of slots, so you can keep your passport, credit cards, IDs, and vaccines cards safe with RFID-blocking tech while you're out jet-setting around the world.
The wallet has a passport pocket, boarding pass compartment, three credit card slots, an ID slot, a slim card pouch, slim pocket, a ticket slot, a cellphone pouch, a coin zippered pocket, key holder, and pen holder. The all-in-one holder could also arguably be considered a cult-favorite travel product.
Promising review: "Guys, I'm beyond happy with this. I've been looking for a passport and ticket holder for a while but had never found the right size until I decided to try out this one. Besides, the material feels high quality and long-lasting, the red color is even better in person and it's wildly pretty." —BazantSol
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 34 colors).
10. A hands-free luggage drink caddy because you have spilled one too many iced coffees in the middle of the terminal trying to juggle your bag, boarding pass, and airport snack.
Promising review: "This is an amazing travel accessory! When are you trying to juggle your hot beverage with a water bottle, your phone, and a boarding pass this is a handy, easily stash-able, uni-tasker to have. Fits perfectly on my carry-on bag and larger rolling bags as well." —Pirate
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in 33 colors).
11. A waterproof toiletry bag that is as magical as Mary Poppins' bag because you can fit basically anything in it. Plus, it has a rotating hook so you can hang it on the back of a door or in the shower for convenient access wherever you're staying.
Promising review: "We are a family of seven and this held all of our bathroom supplies for a weekend trip. This is a must-have for traveling. The best feature is it being able to hang up on a robe hook or the back of a door. It frees up hotel sinks and keeps you well organized." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors).
12. A mini white noise machine that can double as a Bluetooth speaker if you have trouble falling asleep in new environments and need a little extra help blocking out street noise.
Promising review: "I travel a lot for work and need some kind of noise to cover up sounds from the hallway in hotels. This little device is the best one I've found. I've found one of the sound options that sounds just like an AC unit that puts me to sleep in an instant. The sounds on this little guy are the best ones I've heard. Buy this for travel and you won't be sorry!" —KJ
Get it from Amazon for $34.95.
13. A transparent leak-proof toiletry bag so going through TSA is a breeze and you don't have to worry about taking all your skincare products out to switch them into the see-through plastic bags they supply at the security line.
Promising review: "I travel very frequently and had never heard of a liquid travel bag like this before. I was a little worried because the back is not see-through, so I brought a 1-quart plastic baggie as backup just in case. But everything I needed fit perfectly and I had no issues in TSA/China security. So far I have been through MSP, IAD, NKG, and PEK airports using this pack already and it's a life-changer! I will never again have to worry about having to scramble to buy baggies just for liquids, and it is much more durable." —Courtney Swanson
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 11 colors).
14. An in-flight foot hammock that can mount to the seat tray, because even though first class might be a bit out of your budget, you still deserve to lean back and enjoy a little ~luxury~ moment during your flight.
Promising review: "This was a lifesaver on a recent nonstop flight from LA to Paris and back. Not only was the footrest super comfy and easy to use, it really made the long flight bearable. At the end of the flight, my feet and legs were not swollen at all like they usually are after a long flight. I like to kick off my shoes during long flights and when I put my shoes back on, they fit like they normally do, no swollen feet, ankles, or legs. I will never fly again without this footrest." —Dawn Sullivan
Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in three colors).
15. A roll-on blister-preventing balm that'll help prevent blisters, so you don't have to dread breaking in that new pair of shoes you got for your vacation!
16. A pack of two stainless-steel tongue scrapers with travel cases so even when you're jet-setting, you can make sure your breath doesn't reek of garlic, egg salad, or onion rings. (Just PLEASE go to the airplane bathroom to use this. DON'T be the person scraping their tongue in their seat for everyone to bear witness to.)
17. A leak-proof collapsible water bottle if you always need some type of emotional support water bottle on you but can't seem to fit your giant Nalgene in your carry-on.
Promising review: "I bought three of these for a trip to Europe. They are very light to carry, easy to fill, and convenient for travel. I am very pleased with this purchase! It saved a lot of money to have the water bottle with us all day long and just fill up rather than having to buy new bottles of water." —M. Jennings
Get it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in eight colors).
18. A three-pack of pill organizers with eight compartments to keep your pills, vitamins, and supplements straightened out while you're not at home with your regular routine.
19. An all-in-one universal wall adapter so you don't have to frantically try to find a store to buy a new charger when traveling overseas.
Promising review: "Probably one of the best $13 I spent on anything. If you travel a lot, especially internationally, this is a must have because you have every kind of adapter on one plug and don’t have to worry about constantly buying a certain adapter every time you travel to a different country. This has it all." —Abby Santiago
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in four colors).
20. A 50-count of laundry detergent sheets that dissolve in water, so you can wash your clothes when you're traveling or on a camping trip with ease and not have to deal with bulky liquid detergent pods that might explode in your suitcase and ruin your whole trip.
21. A pack of 12 pairs of moldable silicone earplugs that are super comfortable and great for sleeping, swimming, and traveling — all things you most likely will be doing during your summer vacation.
22. A trusty stain-removing pen for when you sit next to a toddler having a tantrum and happen to be in the line of fire as you get splattered with applesauce. With one of these on hand, you can easily clean yourself up.
Promising review: "This product works great and the three-pack is a good deal, whether you want to label each one for a specific use or share with members of the family. It is easy to use and doesn't take long to dry. I keep one in my purse and of course it is a must-have when traveling." —DeeNicole
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $7.74.
23. An ingenious collapsible coffee cup for the beverage goblins who always need their cup of coffee on them but don't want to waste precious luggage space on a clunky thermos.
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Stojo is a small biz founded by three New York dads who wanted a better way to get their convenient coffee fix without all the waste. Now they make stylish collapsible essentials in a variety of sizes and colors, including bottles and food storage containers!
This is of the first zero-waste swaps I made and I've never looked back. If you buy to-go coffee – whether you're jet-setting or just grabbing a mid-day pick-me-up — this cup is a must-have. So long as you remember to bring it, it's all the convenience of to-go coffee with none of the waste. Sometimes the threading on the cap can be tricky, but if you take the time to line it up properly it's leakproof and, when you're done, it collapses down teeny tiny and can be tossed back in your bag. Oh! And the 16-ounce version comes with a straw, so all you iced coffee lovers can get in on the action, too.
Get it from Amazon for $15.
24. A compact travel-themed card game for you and your travel buddy to pass the time on long flights and get hyped about your upcoming trip. What's more, is you don't have to worry about losing any tiny pieces!
Promising review: "Gameplay involves visiting countries and collecting photos — something akin to Mille Bornes. My kids (10 and 13) both love it and we always take it on trips. The game can be made as long as you like. Play is quick, competitive, and interesting. Highly recommended." —M. D. Zink
Get it from Amazon for $19.93.
25. A customizable fleece blanket that can fold into its own little travel bag, because you don't want to die of hypothermia when the person sitting next to you has their AC on full blast.
26. A packing list notepad so you don't accidentally forget to pack deodorant on your next hiking trip or a bathing suit on your beach vacation. If you've ever left behind an essential on holiday, this is for you.
27. And finally, a waterproof phone pouch so you can bring your phone with you to the beach, pool, or waterpark without having to fret about damaging it. *And* you can finally use it to take pics underwater! Time to prove that mermaids are real!
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.