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1. A digital luggage scale so you will never again have to face the embarrassment of stepping to the side of the ticket counter to open your suitcase on the floor and transfer some of your clothes into another bag, or risk paying the (expensive) overweight fees.
Promising review: "My mum had one of these which I borrowed on my last trip abroad. Thank God I did. This little scale really helped me out for the return trip. I realized that my checked luggage was too heavy and was able to rearrange some stuff between the suitcase and the carry on luggage, and ensure compliance with the weight requirements. When I got to the airport and weighed the checked luggage, the weight was EXACTLY what had been recorded by the scale earlier, which allowed me to avoid excess baggage fees... or worse, having to rearrange items IN the airport. Loved this gadget so much I order one for myself and another for my friend who has recently been bit by the travel bug. Would definitely recommend." —Sheri Ann George
Get it from Amazon for $9.89+ (available in six colors, two versions, and a two-pack).
2. An Alleyoop 4-in-1 makeup brush that eliminates the need to pack multiple brushes because this bad boy does it ALL. It has a makeup sponge, eyeshadow brush, eyebrow/eyeliner brush, and blush/blending brush. We love a good multi-tasking tool. 🙌🏼
Alleyoop is a woman-owned small business that creates compact beauty products that typically have several functions.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this travel makeup brush and sponge combo! It's so convenient for when I'm on the go and need to touch up my makeup. The bristles are soft and the sponge is great for blending. Plus, it's compact and fits perfectly in my purse. I highly recommend it!" —Mary G. Murphy
Get it from Amazon for $28.
3. Away's popular The Carry-On so you can skip the bag check lines while still having enough room for allllll the clothes you want. (It fits 5–7 outfits and has a laundry compartment!) Plus, the TSA-approved lock will make sure no one is able to sneak a peek inside your bag.
Promising review: "I was in Rome and Florence, Italy for nine days, and the Away Carry-On was just perfect. From being able to charge up my iPhone at the airport or on the train traveling from Rome to Florence, it worked perfectly. Stylish and very versatile. It also kept my belongings packed beautifully, plus the perk of a laundry bag for my dirty clothes. Getting through security was a breeze, plus the added compliments of how beautiful it was. You have a customer for life. I was very happy and impressed." —Keith H.
Get it from Away for $315+ (available in nine colors and optional personalization, for an additional charge).
4. A collapsible water bottle that won't take up like half the room in your backpack, but still saves you from having to buy an $8 disposable water bottle when you get to the airport.
Promising review: "This is perfect for airport travel or traveling with kids. I keep it folded until I pass security then fill it at the water fountain at the gates. Can dump it out and close it up when you're done. Definitely worth it!" —MP Lee
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes, four colors, and multi-packs).
5. A pocket-sized, refillable travel perfume atomizer you easily pump from your normal perfume bottle to make sure your signature scent can go everywhere you go.
BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly has this and says, "^ That's me pumping my signature perfume into one of these travel atomizers I've been using for about a year. As the reviewer down below mentions, it's great to just throw in your purse on the reg for a fragrance re-up throughout the day. As you can see, it's about the size of my thumb and therefore takes up very little room. Plus! It's smaller than most rollerball travel fragrances you can pick up. This first one is working so well, that I just have the other three in storage. But if this one bites the dust this summer during travels, I'll be OK about digging into my stores to use one of the remaining three...especially at this price point."
Promising review: "These little bottles allowed me to take four different scents with me on my trip. I was about to take one big glass bottle, but I was worried that it would break, so when I saw these, I read reviews and took a chance, and I'm glad I did. I love it!" —QueenFrecklez
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $8.65.
6. A TSA-approved travel toiletries pack so you can toss that grungy old plastic baggie you've been reusing for the past who knows how many trips. This will easily hold all your toiletries and the silicone bottles make it easy to get every last bit of your product out.
This set includes a high quality plastic bag, four bottles (two different sizes), four jars (two different sizes), two spray bottles, two product spoons, one funnel, one cleaning brush, and one page of labels.
Before buying this I had just a hodgepodge of random travel size products and a bag that didn't really fit any of it. I wanted to find a cohesive set, all of which actually had a place to go. Enter this guy. Not only is it all matching, but the variety of bottles, jars, and spray bottles is super convenient for all kinds of different products. The labels are also really helpful for making sure you don't end up conditioning your hair with body wash. The bottles are incredibly easy to fill because the openings are super wide and you can easily pour directly from the full size bottle.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this travel set!! First of all it looks great, clean, classic. Not only does it come with bottles and jars and spray bottles, it also comes with a spoon, a funnel, a cleaning brush and a page of labels. They thought of everything. The larger bottles for shampoo etc, are made of silicone, so you can squeeze the product out. My favorite thing about this set is the size. It fits into luggage so easily." —Funnymom
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
7. A neck pillow that you can actually fill up with your clothes (up to three days' worth!) so you don't have to worry about your luggage getting over-stuffed or being charged for an extra bag. Checkmate, airline luggage rules.
Check out a TikTok of the neck pillow in action.
Promising review: "I hate checking a bag when I fly. One bag, that's my game plan. With this neck pillow, I can pack several days of base layers (long sleeve top and tights), leaving extra room in my carry on bag for my camera or souvenirs. It straps onto my suitcase when I'm going through the airport, so it's close at hand." —CeCe Bee
Get it from Amazon for $49.95.
8. A facial moisturizing stone so you don't have to worry about transferring your lotion into a container and praying it doesn't leak during the flight. Plus this is just pretty freakin' cool — nourishing ingredients like blue tansy and tamau oil are packed into a solid ball that'll help reduce facial redness and scarring.
When you rub it (on clean, dry skin), the solid melts into a silky, lightweight oil.
Promising review: "Love this moisturizer. This leaves my face feeling silky and smooth without feeling greasy. Perfectly balanced. And I love that I can take it traveling without worrying it will leak all over the place." —Lynn A.
Get it from Sephora or Kate McLeod for $68 (also available in a refill size).
9. And a solid hair conditioner bar you can easily throw into your carry-on without worrying about if it will make it through TSA, or more importantly, through the flight without exploding all over your clothes.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly has this and says, "This is me on a week-long trip to Croatia last year with three city stops that I did a carry-on only for, knowing I had a tight layover in Amsterdam and would be riding two ferries. But, um, my hair had to look good for wonderful sunset photo ops such as this (the bar is Buza Bar in Dubrovnik, go there!). So I packed a shampoo bar by another brand that I felt pretty meh about and this wonderful new go-to bar. Here, I used hotel shampoo (it was pretty fancy, NGL), this shampoo bar, and my roommate's Moroccan Oil curl cream. The bar is basically foolproof. You rub it directly on your wet hair after rinsing out your shampoo. I normally wash my naturally curly hair once or twice a week but on this trip was taking daily dips in the sea, so I washed my hair 5x over a week. Because of this, I let the conditioner sit for a few minutes, though you probably don't need to do that if you're washing your hair your usual amount on your trip. Each bar is supposed to last 200 washes and it might do a little less for me, but I know this'll be good for many future trips!"
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
10. Annnnd a botanical bar of soap made of plant-based and organic materials with a delicious scent so you know you'll actually like the way you smell when you're all fresh and clean. And since it's a bar, you can easily toss it in your luggage without worrying about it making a mess.
Get it from our Goodful shop for $8 (available in three versions).
11. A game-changing car seat organizer designed with pockets to hold a tablet, cups, snacks, toys, or anything else you may need during your drive. Can someone design one of these for a passenger princess in the front seat?
Promising review: “Can't go on car rides without this. I hate living in a city where I have to drive around 20–40 minutes to or from daycare because it is closer to work. However, this makes my daughter's rides more manageable. She watches Frozen and I get through traffic! She even places her little shoes in the big storage pocket and pacifier in the little mesh pockets.” —T. Khansari
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
12. A jewelry organizer with designated spots for all your necklaces, earrings, rings, and more so you don't have to worry about opening up your bag to see that your three necklaces have tangled into one giant (and unwearable) one.
Promising review: "I saw this recommended on TikTok and bought it on a whim. I never knew a jewelry organizer would be so useful! I absolutely love this organizer and think everyone should have one!!" —Savana Bishop
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in two sizes and nine colors/patterns).
13. A glare-free Kindle Paperwhite so you can read allllll of the books you want on your vacation, without having to pack an entire suitcase to bring 'em along. Plus, this bad boy only has to be charged once every few weeks (!!!) and is waterproof so you don't have to fear the pool or ocean.
Check out the new Kindle Paperwhite in action on TikTok!
This version of the Kindle is incredibly versatile: You can see your screen even in the sun, and you can customize your fonts, size, and layouts.
Promising reviews: "I am in love this with this Kindle. I debating which one to get for awhile and then decided on this one because it is waterproof and can be read in the sun. I love being at the beach and outside during the summer so it was a must have for me. So far I have read more and had access to so many more titles than having a hard copy book. The lighting is just bright enough so that it doesn't hurt my eyes and is great for reading at night. The battery life has been great. For anyone contemplating getting this, it is worth it." —jennifer
"I LOVE Kindles, and this one is no exception. The warm light is in the pictures as yellow, but it also goes the other way to an ice blue! And the touch response is miles better than the older Kindle; a tap is almost instantly registered. If you are on the fence, just try it! You have my permission and recommendation!" —ErikJuun
Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in two storage sizes and three colors).
14. Alleyoop 4-in-1 pen that will allow you to fix your eyeliner, lip liner, brows, and highlighter wherever you are and without having to bring along alllll those full-size containers. Remember those fun pens you had growing up with four colors in one? Yeah, this is that, but with makeup. 🤯
Alleyoop is a woman-owned small business that creates compact beauty products that typically have multiple functions.
Promising review: "This pen is amazing. I travel a lot for work, and it's so nice to just have to grab this rather than four different pieces of makeup. The less things I have to remember, the better!" —Rachel B.
Get it from Alleyoop or from Amazon for $25 (available in three color combos).
15. A JetKids ride-on carry-on suitcase with so many functions it will absolutely change the way you fly with kiddos. It has wheels so they can pull it or the option for them to SIT ON IT (!!) and ride it if their little legs get tired. Then, once you get on your plane, it transforms into a leg rest so they can stretch out and take a full-on nap. I mean, come on, that's awesome…where's the adult version?!
It's recommended for kids ages 3–7 and fits most standard economy seats. Plus, it has an adjustable strap so you can carry it over your shoulder, a top handle, and a mattress inside that can be removed and used while in the flight. Parents have even used this product while in the airport waiting for the flight to keep their kids comfy and happy.
Promising review: "Traveling with a toddler is always a challenge but comfort is key and this little magic package makes the airport trip that much smoother. We can store small toys, pillow, and one throw blanket for our family of three. Great idea and great buy. We will be using this until it breaks." —TifferTheTrend
Get it from Amazon for $229 (available in five colors).
16. A set of vacuum seal bags perfect for overpackers (guilty 🙋♀️) who just cannot seem to narrow down their clothes selection even when the suitcase literally will not close. With these you can easily shrink down your clothes to a more manageable size…so now you can pack even more stuff LOL.
Promising review: "A must have so you don't have to ask the staff for the vacuum, and the bags are thick and high quality. Highly recommend for traveling saving you a ton of space. Great for at home too but a definite traveling need." —Samantha Garvey
Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four sizes and four quantities).
17. A travel backpack designed to open up fully (like a suitcase) so you can easily access everything inside instead of desperately trying to shove your hand all the way to the bottom. AND it actually holds a 40-ounce water bottle. 🙌🏼 This is the personal item of your dreams!
I have been searching for the perfect travel backpack for a long time. I had found some I liked, but the zipper broke and it wouldn't fit my water bottle, so I needed to find a replacement. This bag has it all — it fits a 40-oz water bottle, it has straps to tighten the sides and make it not as bulky, it opens all the way for easy access so you don't have to shove your hand all the way down to the bottom, it has a ton of small pockets for everything you could ever want, and has a padded laptop sleeve. I was able to cram SO MUCH stuff into this thing, and it saved me the hassle of TSA pulling everything out when they pulled it aside for deeper inspection.
Promising review: "This is a great bag. Exactly what I was looking for. It's lightweight enough yet sturdier than expected. I like the fact that it's rip stop material. The zippers are heavy duty. The adjustable water bottle cage is a great feature. Even has a cinch strap in the event it's a taller bottle. The storage pockets are very usable and multifunctional. The laptop sleeve is well padded without being too thick. I bought the version that comes with three packing cubes so if my bag is opened at customs they don't have to touch all my personal items and things won't fall out. I bought this for all kinds of travel; weekends at the coast, a week in Mexico and possibly even a two week trip to Europe next year. That's the plan. There are straps with buckles on either side so the bag can be compressed if need be or you can tether a jacket or travel blanket to the outside. I'm very pleased with this item." —SLR
Get it from Amazon for $49.35+ (available in five colors and with or without packing cubes).
18. A mini contact lens kit that stores everything you need to refresh your eyes without having to bring full-size versions. And since this is all conveniently in one compact kit, you'll always know where everything is *and* you can bring it to your seat to take out your contacts mid-flight so you don't take "red-eye" literally.
It comes with a solution bottle, tweezers, stick connection, lens holder, and mirror.
Promising review: "Great product for the price!! Super cute!! Small and perfect for traveling, in your car, purse, or pocket!! The tongs have a super soft silicone type grip on the ends so they won't hurt your lenses. I am very impressed!! I would recommend to everyone!! Great product, great price!! Will purchase again!!" —Loni H. Rhymes
Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in three colors).
19. A sturdy, lightweight eight-compartment pill organizer to save some space in your bag by not having eight bulky pill bottles rolling around.
Promising review: "My husband and I travel a lot and take a number of prescription drugs. It was always a hassle accessing our medication when needed, so I purchased this organizer to make things easier. I used a label maker and labeled each little compartment and it has performed wonderfully. I highly recommend this organizer to anyone who travels and needs medications throughout the day." —Jacqueline
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $6.97+ (available in three color combinations).
20. A shoe bag designed to fit at least three pairs of shoes so you can keep them all consolidated and organized without worrying about how to perfectly arrange your suitcase so none of the shoe dirt touches any of your clothes.
Promising review: "You can totally fit three pairs of shoes in this! (Size 6.5 female shoe, fit heels, wedges, and sandals.) I bought two and will absolutely be buying more for my husband. 10/10 would recommend! I travel frequently, and I always overpack; this helped cut down space and stress immensely!" —Taylor
Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in nine colors/patterns).
21. A mini 2-in-1 hair tool to help you achieve that salon-like style without bringing a bunch of tools that'll take up a whole chunk of your (already limited) suitcase space.
That's right, it's both a hair straightener *and* a curling iron! And it has a carry-on bag. It can be used anywhere because it is dual-voltage! All you need is an adapter and you're good to go!
Promising review: "I bought this in advance of a big trip to Asia, because I was worried about blowing out my other curling iron and straightener, and this was perfect. You obviously need to purchase an adapter in order to plug it into international outlets, but it doesn't require a converter which is awesome, since the converters are the ones that get super expensive. I also have super thick, straight hair, and have been through, almost literally, 20 separate curling irons in my life in an attempt to find one that actually works on my hair, so I was a little skeptical of this guy, but it works great! This guy will be a new staple. And it's reasonably priced, so it's a win-win!" —Katy B
Get it from Amazon for $59.95 (available in two colors).
22. A super-soft Trtl neck pillow designed to put an end to the head flop that can wake you from even the deepest sleep. The unique design comes up much higher than traditional neck pillows to help give you that extra support you've been needing.
I am a notorious vehicle sleeper — planes, trains, cars, you name it, I'm asleep almost immediately. And while I can sleep almost anywhere, it's not exactly the most sound sleep since I frequently wake up from the typical head bob situation. I also often end up with neck pain from not having proper support. I just tested this out for the first time and it truly changed the game. I actually felt like my head was supported in a comfortable position. I had some of the best travel sleep I've ever had with this!
Promising review: "Small and sturdy. Keeps your neck positioned up instead of lolling off to the side. You will wake up refreshed and not sore (in the neck anyways); airplane travel is stressful, but this little gem makes it bearable. Kudos to the creator! First time I actually slept comfortably on a plane. Other neck sleepers don’t compare." —Judy M.
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in four colors).
23. A quick-release vegan leather travel belt so you can securely attach your carry-on to the top of your suitcase so it doesn't come flying off while you're running to get to your gate.
Cincha Travel is a California-based small business that specializes in adjustable travel belts made out of vegan leather. The brand donates 100 airline miles for each purchase, which are used to reconnect separated migrant families. You may even recognize this from Shark Tank!
Promising review: "I just returned from my first trip using my Cincha, and it was fantastic! My backpack stayed on top of my roller bag instead of me carrying it, or falling off. And it was so easy to pop on and off the roller handle when I needed to. I highly recommend!" —Cheryl
Get it from Cincha Travel for $39.99 (available in 17 colors/patterns).
24. A ridiculously soft hoodie combining everything you'd want in a sweatshirt to keep you warm and cozy during your flight, with a built-in sleep mask to help you block out your neighbor's overhead light that they seemingly refuse to turn off even though everyone around is trying to sleep.
Pond LA is a California-based woman-owned, Asian-owned independent product design studio that produces in small, handmade batches from fabrics sourced in Los Angeles.
Promising review: "Wow! I am so obsessed with this sweatshirt. It has made traveling, long car trips, and just wanting to be able to snuggle up and nap on the couch so much easier and nicer and I have convinced all of my friends that they absolutely need a sweatshirt like this for when they travel! I highly highly recommend it." —Alexandra M.
Get it from Pond LA for $102.40 (originally $128; available in women's sizes XS–XXL and other colors here).
25. A stroller so lightweight and compact that it can literally fit into the overhead bin on a plane (!!) so you can keep it with you for your whole journey. I may not have kids, but I do recognize the struggle of having to worry about it getting damaged coming out at baggage claim.
It folds up so small that it was awarded a Guinness World Record in 2014 for the most compact stroller. It can hold kids who weigh up to 55 pounds and only weighs 9.5 pounds.
Promising review: "This is a must-have for all parents with toddlers, especially if you are going on a trip. We went to a place where they do not recommend a stroller because it’s too bulky and gets in your way. Well, using this was not a problem at all. People were amazed how this thing works, and it’s really handy. Very easy to fold. Very light and not space consuming in your trunk! Love it so much!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $149.99+ (available in three styles and two colors).
26. An AirFly wireless transmitter because finally someone understands that pretty much nobody has wired headphones anymore and the ones they hand out on the airplane just aren't cutting it. Now you can connect whatever headphones you have via Bluetooth and start your movie marathon — no, we won't judge that you're on your third movie of the flight, what else are you supposed to do?!
I always get annoyed about the concept of wearing wired headphones that are stuck in my ears for a long flight. I knew the only way I was going to be even reasonably comfortable on my recent 8-hour trip was if I was wearing my over-the-ear headphones, but of course the problem with that is that they use Bluetooth. Thankfully, I've been writing about this product for awhile so I figured this would be the perfect opportunity to give it a try. It is honestly the perfect answer to being able to use your own Bluetooth headphones. I would absolutely recommend these to anyone going on a long flight!!
Promising review: "You don't know it yet but you need this. A friend recommended this and I decided to try it. It works well in flight. Huge improvement in comfort and sound quality over the airline's headphones. Also used for various tours when traveling. Again far more comfortable than the typical tour listening equipment." —PJ14
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in three variations and two colors).
27. A mini steamer so you don't have to decide between wearing wrinkly clothes and figuring out how to use the hotel iron.
Promising review: "I travel constantly for work, and I would hate to use the irons at the hotel. I bought this on a whim right before my most recent work trip (I'm telling you like three days before I left). I didn't have much hope for it as I had another steamer at home that was AWFUL. This steamer? AMAZING. I was genuinely shocked, when the wrinkles from one of my most difficult shirts just came out effortlessly. I was so excited I steamed ALL of my work shirts in ONE GO. It was very unlike me to actually be motivated to continue to steam my clothes. PLEASE BUY. I am never going on another work trip without this machine. PLEASE BUY IT. Worth every penny." —J Ortiz
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
28. Or The Nori Press that is the perfect love child of a standard iron and hair straightener. Don't worry about all the wrinkles your clothes will inevitably have since you just shoved them all into your suitcase at the last possible second.
Nori is a woman-owned small business based in Connecticut hoping to make your life easier with this all-in-one travel iron and steamer.
Promising review: “I am not an iron girl, but this product sold me. It is so easy to use. The Nori is portable, so I take it with me everywhere. It has helped me to look sharp at weddings and weekends away. At home, I can refresh my dresses and shirts before starting work and going out. I would highly recommend this product to everyone who might be thinking of a change. No more heavy irons and dry cleaning for me. Thank you Nori!” —Elizabeth M
Get it from Nori for $96 (originally $120; available in five colors).
29. A Montessori busy board with a variety of zippers, buttons, laces, and buckles so your toddler can stay entertained and occupied during the flight (😌🙌🏼). Once you land, it folds up and has handles so you can easily take it with you.
Promising review: "Absolutely love this busy board! We bought this to keep our 1-year-old distracted on a 3.5-hour airplane ride. She absolutely loved it and couldn’t stop playing with it. We tied it to the seat tray so it didn’t slide all over. It is easy to carry, fits into a backpack no issue, and I love that it is all one piece — no tiny pieces to misplace!"—LEG 585
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in seven styles).
30. A pair of tall compression socks perfect for anyone whose feet tend to swell on long flights. Just throw these on before you fly and you're ready to hit the ground running as soon as you land.
Read more about compression socks and swelling on long flights at Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: "I've purchased these for my trip to Russia, which is total 24 hours of travel. It's a 12-hour flight to Turkey and then a nine hours layover and then connecting flight to Russia. Let me tell you that when I did it last time, my feet were the size of an elephant's. These socks worked great. I took them off when I arrived at my parents' house in Russia and my feet looked semi-normal! No painful swelling or cramps! I used to spend the first night after the trip crying from aches and cramps, but this time it was NOTHING! No pain at all. I wore them again on my return flights to US and got the same great result." —Natalie
Get them from Amazon for $18.57+ (available in three sizes and 13 colors).
To learn more, check out "Nurses, Athletes, Pregnant People, And Travelers Swear By These $20 Socks."
31. A next-level iPhone-charging passport holder that'll not only keep your passport, phone, and other important documents all in one ~compact~ place, but can also charge your phone so it doesn't die mid-flight even though you were busy scrolling TikTok the whole time you waited to board.
LovieStyle is a small biz based in San Diego making travel-friendly, 2-in-1 charging accessories.
Promising review: "Love love love this passport holder! Loved it when I got my hands on it. But I absolutely FELL IN LOVE with it when I took it on my first trip and completely forgot my phone charger. I was shocked and happy to discover the battery these come with has an adapter connected to it! Love love love. If I could give more than five stars I would." —Megan Rineheart
Get it from LovieStyle on Etsy for $41.99 (available in 12 styles).
32. Tide sink packets packaged with the perfect amount of detergent for a much-needed sink wash because you've already sweated through all your shirts and you're only halfway through your trip.
Each pack comes with three packets. And, because they *are* liquid, they'll easily slide into the side of your toiletries bag. I've packed these on international trips to much success!
Promising review: "Loved the convenience. Nice for traveling and washing some items to re-wear. Great smell. It's a little pouch but you can wash several items with one pouch. I always take these when I travel." —Lucy
Get six packs from Amazon for $6+ (available in multiple quantities and two scents).
33. A pair of elastic band sneakers comfortable enough for all your long walks exploring, and super easy to slip on and off for TSA.
FYI, if you have Amazon Prime Wardrobe you can give this a spin before you buy it!
Reviewers say these are super comfy.
Promising review: "These shoes are so comfortable and well-made. They fit true to size, in my opinion. They fit perfectly. I just wore them traveling. They were the perfect airport shoe — easy on and off. And again, very comfortable for walking and standing for a while. Great shoes, great price!! I highly recommend!!" —Justin D.
Get them from Amazon for $22.79+ (available in women's sizes 5–11, regular and wide, and a variety of styles).
34. A car baby monitor so you can stop fiddling with mirrors or wrenching your neck to see your baby in their car seat while you're at every stoplight…that would make for one sore neck after your eight-hour road trip.
PSA: It goes without saying, but please keep your eyes on the road.
Promising review: "This camera is a new mommy must-have. I was using a mirror and constantly was readjusting it and relying on my mirror to see his mirror and it was stressful. I knew there had to be something better when I ended up driving at night with my 2-month-old to the hospital and he was freaking out and I couldn’t see him so I was pulling over to check on him every few minutes and it was a nightmare. This camera has been my saving grace. I was hesitant at first reading reviews saying it’s not night vision but mine automatically switches even in parking garages to night vision. I love that I can see my baby and not have to fix a mirror. Or turn my head to see fully what’s going on with him in the back. I really really recommend this for peace of mind!! —Jennifer K
Get it from Amazon for $28.98.
35. A compact travel adapter to ensure you're actually able to charge all your devices when you get to your destination and don't have to buy a super overpriced charger in the airport because yours only works in America 😩.
It accepts plugs from more than 150 countries! It has a side for American-type, British-type, European-type, and Australia-type inputs.
Promising review: "This unit is not too large so it fits in carry-on or backpack very easily. I like how I can use this for other traveling abroad, as well. You just push out the correct plug part that is needed in the other country. I also really liked the options of USB ports on there to plug in our phones the same time as the computers. It did everything we needed it to do." —DKMese
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three colors and two versions).
36. A luggage cup holder that'll help keep you hands-free while running through the airport trying to reach your destination while also protecting your precious (and only thing keeping you awake) coffee.
Perilogics is a small business based in New York that sells creative, functional and practical everyday products.
Promising review: "I purchased the drink holder for my suitcase. This was something that I didn't realize I needed. It held my coffee without leaning over. The quality is good for the cost." —sustaitajennifer1
Get it from Perilogics on Etsy for $14.97 (available in two colors).
37. A waterproof car trash can so you don't have to worry about a pile of wrappers, juice boxes, and other miscellaneous trash piling up in the backseat of your car.
Promising review: "By far, this is the best trash can for a car I’ve had in my life! And yes, I have tried others! I have a small SUV, and this is large enough to collect the trash from receipts, napkins, and apple sauce pouches from my kid, and it straps to the back of my console so it’s in easy reach! The snaps on the side keep a trash bag in place, but if there is a spill it’s very easy to clean! And the lid keeps everything inside if it happens to get kicked! I definitely recommend!" —Kristi
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (also available in a larger size with a lid).
38. A hands-free (rotating!) phone mount you can use whether you're traveling by bus, car, train, boat, or anything else. It clips on to any surface so you will be able to keep up with the Kardashians (or the reality show of your choice!) no matter how long your journey is.
Promising review: "I bought this nifty gadget about six months for a multi-leg, ultra long haul trip and it more than held up the entire duration. I was able to finagle it to fit the tray tables on different planes and like others, I find the height just nice when clamped onto a stowed tray table. It also works on my roller carry-on handle during layovers. However, I find myself using it a lot outside of travel too! Work-wise, I've clamped it onto my office desk shelving to hold my phone at eye level beside my computer. At home, I simply clamped it to a deck of cards and it turns into a versatile stand that I can place on any flat surface. Heck, I've been using it to hold my phone comfortably at eye level while watching videos in bed. It's extremely well-built and I find myself fidgeting with it all the time. Thus far it still feels solid and I don't anticipate breaking it any time soon. Even if it does break, I'll be happy to buy another one or two of it!" —Earendil
Get it from Amazon for $12.97+ (available in three colors and a two-pack).
39. A hanging toiletries bag that will not only keep you organized while you're traveling but will prevent the hotel sink from becoming cluttered with all the beauty products you just *had* to bring on your three-day vacation.
J-BeautyLife Accessories is a California-based Etsy shop that specializes in travel bags, cosmetic bags, and jewelry.
Promising review: "I finally found a great travel bag. This one is perfect. Plenty of spaces to keep things separate, happy pattern, appears very durable." —karen t.
Get it from J-BeautyLife Accessories on Etsy for $14.59+ (available in two patterns and with or without personalization).
40. An Apple AirTag to digitize anything so you can find the location because IDK if you've been seeing it but checked bags are getting lost left and right, so now you can check to see where your suitcase is (and if it even left your departure airport).
41. A car vent dip clip so you don't have to worry about fumbling around or spilling while trying to dip fries or nuggets into your fave sauces when you stop at your third fast food restaurant of the roadtrip.
Saucemoto is a small business founded in 2017 with a goal of designing and manufacturing world-changing products.
Promising review: "Where have these been all my life?!?! These are the BEST! Idk how many times me or my kids have dropped sauces while in the car and had a mess to clean up. These take all that hassle away. I gave one to my daughter, and her friend asked her, 'Where does your mom find all the cool stuff?'" —may
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors and also available as a four-, five-, or six-pack).
The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.