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1. Noise-canceling headphones to help shut out the world. With these Sony headphones, you get great sound quality and the power of instant silence with bass-boosting tech that will drown out all the fussy babies and chatty neighbors on your flight. It even comes with its own carrying case and you get 40 hours of battery life.
2. A wireless phone charger in case your phone gets wet. Just a little drop of water can ruin a trip if it gets into your phone's charging port. Consider this your Plan B when your phone just won't charge the normal way. This one is a good option because it packs flat.
3. A travel pillow for extra comfy long-haul trips. The ergonomic shape and memory foam material sets this pillow apart from the rest. It hugs your neck so you can feel supported and get a little sleep even when you're sitting upright.
4. A Travelon anti-theft bag to protect yourself against pickpockets. The main compartment locks, so you can be sure that no thieves will get the better of you when you're out in the crowds. Other anti-theft features include a cut-proof strap and RFID-blocking pockets to protect your passport and credit cards.
5. A leather passport wallet with extra pockets. This RFID-blocking wallet has room for your passport and any extra cards or tickets you might need while traveling.
6. A hanging toiletry kit to keep your stuff high, dry, and organized. With one super roomy compartment and multiple exterior pockets, this bag has lots of places to stash makeup and nighttime essentials on your trip. The lightweight material is water-resistant and you can hang it up to keep your bathroom clutter-free.
7. A mini power bank because you never know when you're going to find your next outlet. This one is super compact (perfect if you're going out for the night with a small bag) and comes in tons of fun pastel colors.
8. A small Venus razor that comes with its own travel case. Razors are a pain to pack, but this case protects it from damage (and from getting your other stuff wet) so you can just chuck it in your toiletry bag and be on your way. You can also buy razor head replacements so you get more trips out of it.
9. An AeroPress coffee maker for smooth coffee wherever you go. Easy to use and even easier to pack away, this plastic coffeemaker is lightweight and brews a fantastic cup of coffee. You will need to have the specific filters to use it, but these fit inside the tube for easy packing.
10. TriggerPoint massage balls that'll help minimize travel stress. At the end of a long travel day, sometimes you just need to give your busy muscles a little self-care. You can use these ergonomically-designed tools to roll out any tension at the end of the day.
11. A Welly first-aid kit for quick fixes. More than just bandages, this cute tin comes with single-use packets of hand sanitizer and antibiotic ointment, which will save you a trip to the pharmacy when you need to deal with a cut or scratch in a hurry. It comes with 18 bandages, three antibiotic packets, and three hand sanitizer packets.
12. A portable hard drive to back up files on the go because your travel photos are too precious to lose. This 500GB ultra-portable drive is fast, sturdy, and it won't take up a lot of room in your bag.
13. A Camelbak water bottle so you can stay hydrated on a flight, car ride, or boat trip. Pack this durable vessel in your bag if you want to avoid feeling sluggish or thirsty during your travels.
14. A Bose micro speaker that's small enough to take anywhere. Perfect for days at the beach, this tiny speaker is waterproof, super sturdy, and good for six hours of tunes. The sound is impressive and there's a strap so you can hook it onto your backpack, bike, or whatever else you've got.
15. A face stick for SPF on the go. Keep it close to avoid sun damage when out and about all day. It's literally pocket-sized, so you can have it on hand with you no matter what you're wearing — plus this brand has a yummy banana smell.
16. Travel adapters that won't take up space in your luggage. Universal travel adapters can be bulky, but if you're going to Europe, the Middle East, Africa, or the Caribbean, all you need is one of these bite-sized gizmos for your small electronics. They come in a pack of three so you'll have spares, too.
17. A sewing kit with foldable scissors. For fashion emergencies (or any occasion that calls for last-minute scissors) this TSA-compliant kit is good to have. The design keeps the blades covered so you don't have to worry about it damaging anything else in your bag or stabbing you unexpectedly.
18. A quirky luggage tag in case the airport or airline loses your luggage. If your checked luggage goes MIA, you want to make sure it's marked with something recognizable so employees know what to look for. Bonus points if it's something globally-recognizable like a famous character.
19. A digital luggage scale so you'll know exactly how much your bags weigh. It will save you lots of money in overweight baggage fees and it's worth taking with you in case you go wild with souvenir shopping.
20. And a folding travel toothbrush so you don't have to cram a full-sized toothbrush into a cosmetics bag. This little tool folds in half, so you'll have more room for your skincare, hair, and shower essentials.
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