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1. A lightweight, waterproof travel backpack with a shoe compartment, a wet bag, a laptop pocket, *and* a USB charging port. It's also surprised thousands of reviewers with how many outfits they can pack in it, which is especially ideal for those who don't like traveling with big suitcases!
Check it out in this TikTok.
Promising review: "I don’t check luggage; no matter where or how long I’m going for. I recently took this one with me on a 10-day trip as my under-the-seat bag — it held a laptop and charger, iPad, a hard back book, all of toiletries, a small travel bag that had a few bathing suits, a pair of flip flops and water shoes (bottom of the bag has a zipper with a separate section) and a small purse. After security, I added a 1 liter bottle of water and a bag of snacks. It has multiple compartments and the main one unzips fully so you can pack it like a suitcase. I’m never traveling without this; it made traveling through the airport and up the small aisle of the airplane much easier and saved my shoulder from the usual strain of a shoulder bag." —Francine Ramos
Get it from Amazon for $22.89+ (available in two sizes and 23 colors).
2. A practical tray table cover so that all the necessary knickknacks for your flight are within easy reach. Perfect to store your water bottle, headphones, book, tissues, snacks...oh, and lip balm (because we all know how dry the weather can get during chilly szn)! Now you can just place your bag overhead and kick your feet out while having everything right in front of you.
Check out this TikTok of this tray table cover in action.
Promising review: "I bought this for a trip I had planned after reading about it on some 'things all travelers should have' listicles. And it did NOT disappoint. For reasons, I have trouble using the tray tables in cattle class but also tend to be juggling a ton of things simultaneously on cross-country flights. This easily stored a 20 oz. bottle of soda, snacks, my phone, earbud case, and Switch Lite (and carrying case!), with additional pockets to spare. I’m never traveling without it again." —L. Melloy
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
3. A small, but oh-so-powerful wireless charger — it'll come to the rescue after your phone's battery has been drained from posting all those IG stories with your besties at brunch. Now you'll have more than enough battery life to take those selfies *and* call your Uber afterward to go back to the hotel for a nap.
Check out a TikTok of this portable charger in action.
Promising review: "I have one of these that I originally used for travel but now keep in my purse all the time. The great thing is that you insert it directly into your phone when needed and then it's just a little extension to the bottom of your phone. No cord needed, no big blocky thing (or thin blocky thing) to attach and worry about while you go on using your phone. I love it — never travel without it and if I can't find it I immediately buy another one! I charge it overnight while I charge my phone." —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in five colors).
4. And a compact 3-in-1 foldable magnetic wireless charger that'll take care of charging up your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once without having multiple cables spread across your hotel nightstand. No more having to make a checklist of allll the chargers you'll be needing – just take this baby and you're all set!
See it in action on TikTok.
Promising review: " This charger was the perfect thing for our cruise. It was compact enough to fit in a back pocket and kept my watch, phone and AirPods charged all day with a single charge. I will never travel without it and may have to get some as Christmas gifts." —Dragon Wold Travel
Get it from Amazon for $33.99+ (available in nine colors).
5. A super handy luggage scale — once you have it, you'll never travel without it. Especially if you'll be traveling back with presents, and you know your luggage will be much heavier on the way back! This lets you know how much it weighs so that you don't have to worry about awkwardly stopping in the middle of a busy airport to re-distribute weight. Plus, reviewers rave about how accurate it is!
Check out this TikTok of it in action.
Promising reviews: "I would absolutely recommend this for anyone who travels, especially internationally, because of all the extra costs for going over in weight. We were among the few people in line who didn’t need to rearrange our luggage at the airport to meet the weight requirements in Milan. So easy to pack and take with you." —Addison
"This little device was well worth the money spent. It saved us a lot of money on our flight home since we knew the weight was over and could pre-purchase the overage in the app instead of paying double at the airport. I’ll never travel without it!! Very easy to use." —Michael Ellis
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four colors and also as a two-pack).
6. A luggage drink caddy for anyone who considers Starbucks as essential as going through TSA when it comes to the airport. This sticks right on top of your wheeled luggage and has two pockets so that you can place your drink, phone, snacks, or whatever else you need out of your hands but within easy reach!
Reviewers say it's ideal for a suitcase that can roll on four wheels! If you have a suitcase that has to tilt while it rolls, just be careful if the drinks are open at the top.
Check it out in this TikTok.
Promising reviews: "This cup holder is perfect! It helps me a lot! Last time I took a plane with a suitcase and a cup of coffee, I dropped and spilled my drink everywhere when it was my turn to check my passport and ticket. It was a nightmare! This time, I bought this cup holder to do me a favor! I don't have to worry about where my cup and phone are! I can free my hands to do other things. I love it so much! Hope you love it too." —Philip
"Something so very simple and yet something that I will never travel without again. Highly recommend." —Baby K
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in 25 colors and patterns).
7. A Trtl neck pillow with soft fleece support that might actually make a restful nap on a plane possible (Imagine that!). Its ergonomic design keeps your head from nodding back and forth to help avoid aches and strains. Plus, it's a lot more stylish than a bulky neck pillow.
Unlike the regular U-shaped pillows, Trtl Pillows are machine-washable and fast-drying.
Check it out on TikTok.
Promising review: "This product has changed my life forever! Was recommended this pillow from a friend. I will never again travel without it. I sleep on every single flight I take whether it is 20 minutes or 12 hours. I have been blessed with the ability to fall asleep the moment I step on to an airplane and stay asleep for the entire duration of my flight. Simply give it one good wrap around your neck and secure with the velcro and not only do you have a neck and face support pillow at your service, the wrap also provides some comfort for airplane germs. I will recommend this to everyone I know and repurchase in the future 100%!" —Kaitlyn Evangelista
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in five colors).
8. And a cooling, memory foam contoured sleep mask for when all you wanna do is catch some Z's on your flight but your neighbor with a reading light or open window has other ideas. 🙄 This puts no pressure on your eyes and completely blocks out light while still allowing you to freely blink, so that you can get some beauty sleep before you land!
Check it out in this TikTok.
Promising reviews: "The BEST BEST BEST and most comfortable sleep mask I’ve found. Night shifter for years, and have tried everything. Many other sleep masks have some qualities but not all. This one is AMAZINGLY SOFT, VERY THICK, plush, high quality material, quality stitching that won’t come apart like so many others that are cheaply made, and it’s EXTREMELY COMFORTABLE even though it’s a good price. Very impressed and pleasantly surprised." —Amazon Customer
"I loved it so much, I bought a second for my boyfriend! We both travel so much that sometimes you end up in a hotel room where the blinds still let in light, and this blocks it out without compressing your eyelids where it feels like you’re being forced to keep them shut. I love that the compression contours around your eye so that you can open your eyes without feeling like you’re restricted. I love it so much I sleep with it at home now and I never travel without it!" —Jordann
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in seven colors).
9. And a set of super-comfy wax earplugs because they'll let you finally be able to nap on your car or plane ride (despite your friend's constant snoring). They block out noises by comfortably molding to the shape of your inner ear! Perfect for when you're sharing a hotel room and you just. need. some. sleep.
Check them out in this TikTok.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Emma Lord swears by these and raves: "The moldable silicone of Mack's Earplugs contours easily to the shape of your ear to block out noise much more effectively than other foam or plastic varieties, and the noise reduction is so good that if I pair them with a white noise machine (or just like a white noise loop on Spotify) I genuinely don't hear noises from outside my room. Not only that, but once they're in place, they stay locked there until you decide to pull them out.
Granted, I can still hear my alarm and, like, if the fire alarm went off or something, I'd definitely wake right up. But noises that are distant and loud are pretty easily canceled out by these."
Promising review: "Easy to use, convenient, they allow oneself to sleep at any type of noisy venue, even on the side of a highway. How about when you are trying to sleep at an elegant plush expensive hotel but the noise of the air conditioning or the freezer does not let you fall asleep? I never ever travel without my Mack's plugs!" —Louis
Get 12 pairs from Amazon for $12.99.
10. A handy RFID-blocking travel wallet, which can store so many of your usual travel and wallet contents, you'll think Hermione cast an undetectable extension charm on it. It can store your passport, boarding pass, three credit cards, a slim card, your ID, a ticket, your phone, your coins, a key, a pen, and...I think that's it? This is great for keeping everything together, especially for a multi-destination trip!
Check it out in this TikTok.
Promising reviews: "I needed a new travel wallet, and this holds everything I need all in one place, and it still closes nicely and stays flat! I can fit my boarding pass, passport, ID, credit cards, money, checked baggage tickets, receipts, and more in it, yet it doesn’t bulk up or look like an overstuffed mess. It's just amazing. The description says it only holds US money, but I just used the boarding pass flap to hold all my Japanese Yen, which are larger. I didn’t use the zippered pocket for coins as I much prefer a separate coin purse for that sort of thing. I definitely recommend to anyone who travels a lot!" —Anthony Luu
"I purchased this wallet for my recent trip to Orlando to keep my cash, credit cards, ID, boarding pass, itinerary, etc. It held so many items I was shocked! I saved so much space in my purse by using this wallet. I will never travel without it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in 35 colors).
11. A transparent TSA-approved toiletry bag that you can use for your liquids and makeup. It allows airport security (and you) to easily identify its contents so that you're at your gate with your Starbucks in hand in no time.
Check it out in this TikTok.
Promising reviews: "These were a terrific addition to my travel equipment. They successfully got through airport security in four rigorous inspections. I will never travel without them again." —Smiling grandma
"This bag held surprisingly more than expected. I put tiny travel jars for my skincare creams and other small toiletries in it with room to spare. I definitely feel like it was easier to pack and was also easy to grab out of my bag for security. It feels sturdy with nice, thick vinyl. The double zipper moved easily, and I was pleased that it opened completely for ease of getting the items I needed out of it." —M Tate
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 11 colors).
12. A set of packing cubes if traveling thrills you, but the packing process that comes with it...doesn't. These compact containers will let you maximize the amount of space in your luggage and the number of outfits you're taking. It's a win-win!
Check them out in this TikTok.
Promising reviews: "These were perfect to pack for a trip to Europe. I rolled 14 dresses into the big cube! They are roomy and fit a lot! I’ll never travel without them!" —Kerry Thomas
"Was influenced from a TikTok video to buy these. Overall they made my packing experience the best it’s been in years. The cubes are perfect to organize your underwear, bathing suits, etc. into its own cube. Had an extra bag I used for shoes which came in handy." —Ashley Jalynn
Get a set of eight from Amazon for $16.98 (available in 13 colors).
13. Or a set of more versatile packing cubes that come in varying sizes to accommodate different suitcases. It also includes a bag that has two separate compartments that let you separate the dirty clothes from the clean ones (or for your shoes and socks!).
Check them out in this TikTok.
Promising review: "I have seen the packing cubes all over TikTok and thought I would give it a try. I packed 10 days of outfits in two medium pouches. I took it all out and packed my clothes in my suitcase alone. The cubes are so much better. I used the two medium and my boyfriend used the large and small. We got 10 days of clothes each — in one carry on suitcase. They even allowed for enough room to put two pairs of Sandler and a pair of slides. I will never travel without these cubes again." —Amazon Customer
Get a set of six from Amazon for $39.99 (available in 29 colors).
14. And an AirFly Pro wireless transmitter if you're tired of having to use wired headphones during your flight. With this, you can easily connect to your seat TV screen with your AirPods and enjoy your selection of movies and TV shows without any annoying wires in the way.
It also comes with a USB-C charging cable, travel pouch, keychain holder, quick-start guide, and a manual. Traveling with a family member or friend? They can also sync their earbuds to this gadget!
See this TikTok of it in action!
Promising reviews: "I have been reading about this product for months. I was so excited to purchase it and it did not disappoint. I will never travel without it!" —Bryan Brooks
"Ever since I purchased my wireless Bose earbuds, I always hated having to use another set when I was on an airplane with the seat-back entertainment system. I tried many different models to connect the system to my Bluetooth headsets until I came across this one, and it is amazing! It seamlessly connects to my headset, very clear and reliable audio, and it takes the stress away from having to carry several headsets! Thank you!!!" —Ryan Malloy
Get it from Amazon for $54.99 (available in three styles and two colors).
15. A hands-free (rotating!) phone mount to use with your tray table, chair arm, luggage handle, or really any flat surface! They can dare to delay your flight again — you'll just sit back and munch on your trail mix as you stream your favorite show hands-free.
See it in action on TikTok.
Promising review: "This little item is fantastic. Able to hold my phone for watching videos while flying and is so versatile I was able to clip it in multiple ways to adjust for tray up, tray down, etc. Best money spent on a travel accessory ever. I will never travel by plane again without this little but incredible accessory. Plan to buy them for family Christmas presents next year for everyone." —CGL
Get it from Amazon for $10.38 (available in three colors).
16. A travel-friendly blanket-slash-pillow if you're constantly chilly on airplanes. This soft (and super cute, might I add) creation will let you stay warm and cozy on your next flight without having to take up extra space — it turns into a portable pouch that you can clip to your backpack or carry-on! With this, a restful snooze on your flight might actually be possible.
Check it out on TikTok.
Promising reviews: "This blanket was the best for traveling to Europe this summer! It kept me warm in the airport and on airplanes. The blanket and case are easy to throw in the wash and they are very soft! It comes with a clip to clip onto your backpack or purse." —Ashton Moore
"Never travel without it! It is easy to store and conveniently attaches to handle of a carry-on. It’s soft and great size. My four-year-old loves it!" —Cindy Fisher
Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in six colors).
17. A set of Sea Bands for anyone who gets motion sickness on long car rides, plane rides, or really anything that moves. It applies acupressure to each wrist and helps relive nausea and vomiting so that you can finally enjoy your much-deserved vacay.
Reviewers swear by these nonmedicated bands for nausea relief: they've used them while traveling on airplanes, boats, and cars and for morning sickness during pregnancies. Read more about acupressure and nausea at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Check the bands out on TikTok.
Promising review: "I was getting ready for a 5-hour car ride (where I was the passenger) and also had a research paper to write. I was panicked knowing I wouldn't have enough time to ride for five hours and then write my paper once I arrived to my destination, and writing in the car was NOT an option. I even get pretty significant car sickness when playing on my iPhone for a few minutes in the car. I bought these bands and wore them, totally skeptic about their power. I am now a believer!! I rode in the front seat with my head down, laptop on my lap, and typed for 5 hours without getting sick once. SO thankful for these, I will never travel without them! I'm also very excited about the possibility of reading books, doing work, and everything else entertainment-wise in the car I've previously not been able to due to motion sickness. Get these sea bands!" —Courtney Perry
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.51.
18. A rechargeable foldable travel mirror so that you can glam up with proper lighting, even if you're in a dark hotel room. This is also super useful if you're traveling with a group of people who all need the mirror in the morning. Let them hog the bathroom mirror — you've got your own. 💁♀️
It has three light settings (white light, warm light, and natural light) for your beauty routine. Just gently tap the switch on the screen to change brightness levels. Need to charge it? No worries, because it comes with a USB cable too.
Check it out in this TikTok.
Promising review: "This mirror is awesome! Easy to use and easy to charge and has three different settings for lights including warm, cool and neutral. Whichever lighting hue you choose also can I be brightened or dimmed depending on preference. I brought this while on a bachelorette trip and all the other girls on the trip with me were dying over this and borrowing it to use. Can’t recommend this gadget enough for the makeup lover who travels and can’t bring their professional, at-home vanity set up everywhere they go! I truly will never travel without it now. It’s even helpful if you’re ever doing a full face while riding passenger. Just buy this already!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $30.99 (available in four colors).
19. A water-resistant cosmetic bag for anyone who can't help traveling with dozens of beauty products. It comes with four spacious compartments that'll help keep everything organized and a hook so that you can hang it behind a door or on a closet rod (Hello, extra counter space!). With this, you'll have your entire beauty routine nice and spread out without even having to unpack it at all!
Promising reviews: "I saw this on TikTok and purchased it for my trip! Got back home and use it in my own bathroom. I love it that much! Best Amazon purchase I’ve ever made!" —Amazon Customer
"WILL NEVER TRAVEL WITHOUT IT. I am mad that I didn’t purchase this sooner. I was able to fit the toiletries for my entire family into this easily. The hook makes the items easily accessible especially when switching hotels/houses and traveling frequently. I would purchase this again!" —Elisa D
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and 12 colors).
20. A blister-preventing balm so that putting adhesive bandages on the blisters on your feet at the end of long walks or hikes becomes a thing of the past. This balm magically becomes an extra layer of protection between your skin and your shoe so that you can continue exploring new landmarks worry-free.
Promising reviews: "This worked wonders! I will never travel without it again! I forgot to wear it the first day of vacation and got a blister; the second day I put it on over my blister and walked all day without pain. I didn’t get another blister after wearing this every day for two weeks and walking over five miles a day." —Lisa Massaro
"Saw this product on a TikTok review, and thought to give it a go. I definitely say it causes new shoes to be less painful however if you apply a lot it can be a little transferable on shoes. Overall though I think this product is definitely worth it and it does make a different with new shoe wear!" —Mich Elle
Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (also available as a two-pack).
21. A portable white-noise machine to help soothe you after a long day of being a tourist with the fam. It'll block out the sounds coming from the elevator, the ice machine, and anything else with a vendetta against a good night's sleep. Plus, parents swear by it for their little ones!
Check it out in this TikTok.
Promising review: "I will never travel without it. Since I've purchased this, I've used it numerous times already. Easy to plug in and charge, and has great sound quality for how tiny it is. I used to have to carry around my white noise machine because that is what my kids and I are used to sleeping with now, and I'm so happy that I can now just throw this down in my bag for easy travel. Love it!" —Sydney
Get it from Amazon for $25.28+ (available in two styles).
22. A refillable travel perfume atomizer because having your favorite eau de parfum with you on vacay is a MUST. Whether the actual perfume bottle's ounces exceed TSA guidelines or you just don't want to deal with bringing it for a short trip, this little container is the perfect solution!
Here's how to fill it up: press the bottom of the atomizer against an open perfume bottle and keep clicking until the atomizer is filled up. Each atomizer holds up to five milliliters of perfume and is small enough to fit in a backpack, carry-on, or purse.
Check it out on TikTok.
Promising reviews: "Here we are again, another TikTok made me buy it! These are absolutely awesome and just the right size for your purse. The best part for me is the size considering my mom has a huge perfume collection that I can now take some samples of. These are definitely worth it and easy to use." —Kylie hefner
"I received one of these from my daughter as a gift, but had to purchase several for gifts. I never travel without this! Easy to load your favorite perfume right from the bottle, each one holds enough perfume for several days. Perfect for your purse too! Clever idea, great gift for the traveler or anyone who uses perfume!" —Standupsister
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $7.55.
23. A small compact jewelry box so you can stop throwing your shiny accessories into plastic bags and having them come out all tangled afterward. Plus, it has a cute lil' mirror and can easily fit in your carry-on without taking up too much space.
Check it out in this TikTok.
Promising review: "I will never travel without this. This changed my life! So much easier to pack rings, necklaces and whatever else in one place. Necklaces don’t get tangled, rings have a holder and I have even fit bracelets, hair clips, and pins in there as well. My only critique is that the movable dividers do not stay in place so I never put anything in that section that can’t be jostled a bit in transit." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 11 colors).
24. A compact travel razor that will take up almost no space in your checked luggage — perfect for touch-ups when you're on your way to a beachy destination!
Check out this TikTok of it in action.
Promising reviews: "I love travel razor! I go on a lot of trips for work and pleasure, and I like to keep my toiletries organized and minimal. This is a perfect size for my toiletry bag. The handle is big enough that it doesn’t interfere in the use of the razor, and the case is a great bonus. I’ll never travel without this again." —Joanne
"I bought this originally for traveling, but quickly switched to using it at home as well. I feel like you have a lot more control when your hand is closer to the blade, I cut myself way less with this than a regular razor. Also the case is great, not just for the plane, but also so much better than those dumb flimsy suction cup hooks they give you. Blades seem to last longer because they're slightly more protected." —Lena V
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
25. An inflatable wedge pillow if your head is constantly rolling off of your airplane seat's headrest — lean on this instead! You can place your head on its comfy top and rest your arms by looping them at the bottom. Now you can catch up on some much-needed Z's until you reach your destination.
Can't sleep while traveling? No worries, because this gem also doubles up as a back rest *and* seat cushion for optimal comfort.
Promising reviews: "Just received this and so far so good! Inflates within mere seconds and the same to deflate. Seems really supportive and comfortable. I was influenced by a TikTok review so I’m assuming it’ll be a gem on flights!" —Katelyn
"This allowed me to sleep in comfort in spite of being crammed in like sardines on the flight back from Bangkok to Chicago. Never travel without it! Wish this had been invented years ago!" —Scholzie3
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.